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Too much gray for the bathroom?

2 years ago

We selected gray floor tiles with gray cabinets for our bathroom and kind of regret it now. Should we try to redo the flooring now before they finish the job or continue with the job and hope that adding in the grout would make a difference? If we redo the flooring, what color should we use to match the shower and the cabinets?

Comments (28)

  • 2 years ago

    This is really stunning! If I were to change anything I would repaint the cabinet in white or cream. Top with white counter. Warm up with gold hardware, mirrors, etc.

  • 2 years ago

    Whoa! It’s way too early to be second guessing your choices & for anyone to be telling you to repaint brand new cabinetry! Take a deep breath. As Susan Davis said - this is really stunning. So, why suggest any changes. What color grout are you using on floor? The colors you have are neutral & you’ll be able to use any colors of paint on walls & for fabrics like towels, rugs etc that you want because of that. Don’t forget art. You haven’t shown the entire room so we don’t know about windows & natural light or light fixtures etc. IMO, anyone suggesting any changes based on the limited view you’ve shown is just nuts. The pieces you have shown look cohesive and very pretty so just press on with choosing your grout for flooring. For me, I’d choose a grout to match floor tiles.

  • 2 years ago

    I think it is an elevated, beautiful look. Probably more sophisticated than what I usually see on Houzz. All you have to look at now is just grey. But once you get your hardware and plumbing in you will start to see contrast of color and pops of texture and you'll be glad for the seamless beautiful background. Hope you share more pics as you move along.

  • 2 years ago
    last modified: 2 years ago

    Well... since I might possibly be ”nuts” - I will just offer you a few other options. ;)

    First, I will just say that it’s true that the room looks lovely - and you can certainly work with it, as is. And yes, with accessories, etc., you can vary all the grey. And grey is definitely an official neutral. :) But, a room full of grey, is a room full of grey. And if you are having strong second thoughts, I cannot say that I personally blame you. And most importantly, go with your instincts; go with your gut. It’s your space.


    So, if you like any of these specific looks, I can give you more info. I mocked up a few looks with waterproof LVP, as well as a cream, marble mosaic tile and a grey terrazzo look tile, that has some earth tones in it (the visual does not do the terrazzo-look tile justice). These are rough visuals, and you would of course need to see samples in person, in your space.











    ETA: I thought included the cream, marble mosaic, but I did not; and now, I can’t find it! But here are a couple of more looks, for you.







  • 2 years ago

    Thank you everyone for the feedback. I couldn’t attach videos before but have included videos of the bathroom now. If we keep the gray tiles I am also trying to figure out what tiles to use for the walls where the tub will be by the windows to avoid water splashing on the walls.

  • PRO
    2 years ago
    last modified: 2 years ago

    There are no videos. You don't need a video, just add more pictures. Where is the tub going, add a picture, or show the location on your 2 d plan of the bath. The plan with all the feet and inches for everything.

    If you are worrying on water "splashing" from a free standing tub to walls? It is TOO CLOSE to walls to BE a free standing tub.

    It's left of the vanity here? Looks tight.........very.



    What is the counter top material?

  • PRO
    2 years ago

    Choose either the shower wall tile or the floor tile do not add another tile to this mix. If ever again you do this type of space KISS I like 12 x24 porcelain tile for both bathroom floors and shower walls the same tile only smaller for the shower floor . I agree if water will spalsh from the tub you do not have room for a FS tub . It needs a min. of 12" around it all and even then to clean the wall behind the tub will require you to almost stand on your head to do so while standing in the tub. Please do not add a grout that makes this a bigger mess just match the tile .Once this is all finished add color with art, towels good LED lighting all 4000K , accessories and all the rest can be changed easily too.

  • 2 years ago
    last modified: 2 years ago

    Lovely, everything works

  • 2 years ago

    I like your pale gray flooring with gray cabinetry, it works!! Gray is a fabulous neutral in a bathroom. You can add colorful towels and mat to add color.

  • 2 years ago

    Paul F. will you pretty please stick around for a year or so while we build? Feel free to add horses or camels or whatever you like in odd places but I may need you. LOL

  • 2 years ago

    Yanni Guo your bathroom looks beautiful; very serene and well done. I wouldn't be change a thing. I would be tempted to use the floor tile around the tub.

  • 2 years ago

    My only change would be a white vanity. But…..this looks perfectly fine.

    i would try to get a color in there with towels and rug.

    Look into washable rugs with patterns. Not those solid bath mats.



  • 2 years ago

    I am going to order a larger version of this for a gray bathroom in my other home.



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    It’s from Wayfair. Washes well.

  • 2 years ago
    last modified: 2 years ago

    YanniI, I too would be temped to use the same color tile on the wall. I am a huge fan of monochromatic spaces. I find them very relaxing.

    If you are looking to break up the final look a bit, you don’t have to use pops of color. Even white or other neutral colors would work as accents in here.

    When staging my bathroom for resale, I painted walls, ceiling, shelving grey. Fluffy white towels and a small sucullent plant were the perfect pops of variation.





  • 2 years ago

    You’re having a classic Mid-Renovation Anxiety Attack. Congratulations! You’re normal. Most of us freak out mid-job no matter how confident we thought we were with our choices.

    This looks LOVELY! It’s very serene, which is a good adjective for a bathroom. Please follow @JAN MOYER’s request for detailed measurements and more photos. You will get more advice - and confidence - for your choices. So far, looking good.

  • 2 years ago

    I'm usually not a fan of gray but your bathroom is gorgeous! Don't change it! You can add a bit of color or texture with linens, art, fixtures, etc. But personally I think the monochromatic scheme works extremely well. Just add white towels.

  • 2 years ago

    The whole idea is - some people like monochromatic everything grey (etc.) and some people don’t. It’s great to reassure the OP that their choices are great. But if someone posts a dilemma here specifically requesting other possible flooring options - I have to at least make an attempt to assume that they are possibly interested in other flooring options.

  • 2 years ago

    Thank you all so much for making me feel better about our tile choices. Posting more photos. Now that I’ve had more time to process and get used to the tiles, I realized that since the bathroom isn’t too big anyways I can easily put a rug or two over the flooring to soften it.

  • 2 years ago

    Your bathroom is serene and beautiful. like someone else said, i dont even like grey and i think this looks great. dont worry!

  • 2 years ago

    Your choices are lovely, don’t change a thing! And if you have to tile around the tub, I agree, use the floor or the shower tile.

  • 2 years ago

    @freedomplace1 what software did you use to change the floor tiles in the pics so beautifully? Plz share, I luv how effortlessly you were able to see the impact without having to resort to changing the tiles

  • 2 years ago

    @Yanni Guo - do you mind sharing what tile you have on the floor? It looks great!

  • 2 years ago
    last modified: 2 years ago

    Hi @akshopping . Thank you! :) There are sites that have visualizer features, and for these visuals, that is what I used. In this case, I used the tools at Tile Bar and LL Flooring. Very user friendly.

  • 2 years ago

    Hi @AG! The floor tile is called corta gray from Floor and Decor.

  • last year

    I know it's been awhile, but how are you liking the corta gray? We are debating it and I feel like it's a bit difficult to clean, but I love the look of it. What grout did you use?

  • last year

    I would love to see photos of the finished bathroom.

  • PRO
    last year

    Honestly, your space already has a clean, modern base—don’t be too hard on yourselves! Gray-on-gray can feel a bit flat at this stage, but once grout, decor, lighting, and soft finishes go in, it usually warms up a lot. If you’re really unsure, you could swap the floor tile now, but that’s a big step.


    If you do change it, consider a warm light beige or soft ivory tile—it would contrast nicely with the gray cabinets and match the light tones of the shower, bringing in a brighter, cozier feel.