Hexagon tile flooring with black grout coordinates with the subway tiling that frames the white bath. A peach-patterned shower curtain adds a pop of color above a peach-inspired bath mat.
27 Ways to Update Your Bathroom with White Tiles and Black Grout
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Published: December 16, 2022
Updated: December 1, 2023
Can you name a more classic color combination than black and white? Unlikely. White tiles with black grout are a popular look being championed by modern farmhouse fans not only for their striking interior appeal but also for the ability to conceal dirt – what’s not to love?
Goodbye, white grout – white tiles outlined with black grout create a rustic and more distinctive tiled space that accentuates the color and pattern of the tiles. Tiles can often be overlooked as merely a functional feature but with a black-and-white color duo you can show off your tiles so they become an interior statement. Subway, hexagonal, or herringbone: whatever style you choose, white tiles with black grout will finish the look off perfectly.
Ready for your new tile love affair? We have compiled some gorgeous examples of white tiles with black grout to help you feel inspired.
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White hexagonal floor tiles outlined with black grout cover a splash room with a subway-tiled shower and black metal hardware. A white shiplap wall adds a rustic feel behind a distressed white vintage bench topped with a towel and potted eucalyptus.
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White upper and lower cabinets with black hardware line this neutral kitchen with rustic touches. A white subway tile backsplash with black grout lines the white countertop. A black and white kitchen island stands on wooden flooring topped with farmhouse decor.
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A white decorative tiled wall with black grout features a black and white vintage sink with gold hardware. A wood and white blanket ladder rests beside it near a black-framed mirror under a wall sconce. A potted plant stands on a concrete floor in this modern bathroom.
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This kitchen presents ivory cabinets mounted on white herringbone backsplash with black and white granite countertop equipped with white apron farmhouse sink. Rich rustic wooden kitchen hood mounted above stainless steel oven range. Champagne printed rug is laid on rustic wood floor.
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White and black coffee bar sign is mounted to a white subway tile black grout wall. White and wood canisters with coffee maker are placed on the beige and brown kitchen countertop.
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White upper kitchen cabinets featuring festive foliage are mounted above a white subway tile backsplash with black grout. A white countertop displays glass jars, a ceramic butter dish, and a tin of utensils.
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Square white tiles sit below a gray wallpaper wall in this modern bathroom. Black grout coordinates with the black hardware of the white sink vanity and the mounted wall mirror. A beige waffle cloth towel hangs on a white door.
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A neutral bathroom showcases white herringbone tiles with black grout and mounted wood-edged round mirrors. A wooden double sink vanity with a white top displays toiletries, a potted plant, and a candle. Hanging bulbs provide modern lighting.
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A modern farmhouse kitchen features a white and wooden stove hood vent above a herringbone backsplash of white tile with black grout. White upper kitchen cabinets flank the stove hood on either side below rustic signage. A granite countertop sits below the white subway tiling.
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A white farmhouse kitchen features a butcher block island with white tiles and contrasting black grout to coordinate with a counter backsplash. White lower cabinets with black hardware stand near a ladder shelf and a metal mug rack on a white shiplap wall.
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A modern bathroom features a wooden sink vanity under a rectangular mirror. A white peg hook fixture displaying hung towels also acts as a shelf for black framed artwork. White tiles with black grout surround the shower space.
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This bathroom features a wood door beside a white tiled wall with black grout. A black round mirror sits above a white sink displaying hand soap and a potted plant. Stained wooden flooring covers the space and is topped with a tall potted plant.
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A minimalist bathroom showcases white subway tiles with black grout in a walk-in shower that complements the black framed glass door. A wire waste bin sits below hung towels on a light greige wall. Marble tiling provides neutral flooring.
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A white bath sits below white subway tiling with black grout with a wooden bath board placed across the bath. Patterned monochrome floor tiles sit under a black mat near a white shower curtain with black tassel edging.
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A gold-framed painting hangs on a white wall and is surrounded by tiles with black grout. A clawfoot bath with gold hardware stands on black hexagonal tile flooring near a tapestry rug. A glass globe pendant light hangs over the space also including a wood and white sink vanity.
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A wooden stool is topped with a ceramic vase containing evergreen branches in this bathroom. White tiles with black grout surround the bath and shower with a textured white shower curtain. Black and white patterned tiles provide modern flooring.
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White hexagon tiles with black grout are surrounded by upper and lower white kitchen cabinets with black hardware. A stainless steel microwave sits above the oven, while a white countertop displays a potted plant, stacks of cookbooks, and coffee-making accessories.
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A combination of subway tiling and white penny tiles with black grout surrounds a bath and shower space with a striped shower curtain. A white wall provides natural lighting with a window and beige linen roman blind. Wooden stools with decor sit on a black herringbone tiled floor.
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This compact laundry closet features a lot of detail in a small space. Subway tile and shiplap walls surround white laundry machines beneath wood floating shelves. Wire baskets are joined by white towels and decorative pieces.
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A gray open-concept living room and kitchen combo feature white cabinets with granite countertops. Festive touches including evergreen trees and woven tree ornaments sit on open white corner shelving. White tiles and black grout create a neutral backsplash.
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A white tile, black grout kitchen wall displays a vintage sign above a window. Wooden floating shelves display rustic decor above black lower cabinets with a white countertop. A lit Christmas tree stands beside the counter.
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A wood sink vanity with a quartz countertop provides a modern farmhouse feel with black hardware. A large rectangular black framed mirror hangs on the wall over the unit. A white tile black grout shower provides a modern feel.
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A modern kitchen displays a wall featuring white tile with black grout and wood and metal open shelving. Decor such as Rae Dunn crockery, a weighing scale, plants, and baking accessories sit on the shelves. A black frame window sits above a white countertop.
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White upper kitchen cabinets hang above a subway-tiled backsplash. A white countertop displays Christmas decor such as a small evergreen tree. Rae Dunn crockery and a mug tree also feature in this modern farmhouse kitchen.
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White lower cabinets with a white countertop stand on stained wooden flooring with a textured neutral rug. A white subway-tiled wall with black grout displays wooden open shelving with baking accessories. A wooden door frame leads to a hallway.
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A black kitchen island with a white countertop stands over stool seating on stained wooden flooring. White tiles are outlined with black grout on the backsplash under the white upper kitchen cabinets. Rustic signage and bar pendant lighting add modern farmhouse touches.