Schluter trim strip and grout colors--match?
HU-655806221
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Edited: These are surround tiles for a white bathtub. Would you match the grout to the background color or the veining color?
And would you match the Schluter trip strips to the grout color?
I have the Mapei grout sample kit but do not have Schluter samples.
This won't be a modern bathroom.
Thank you
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7 months agolast modified: 7 months agoTallulah B
7 months agoI prefer darker grout for maintenance. I think if it’s light enough bleach might be an option though. You should be able to buy both colors and set up a sample board to decide which you prefer. That’s what I did for mine. I ended up not going with what anyone on here recommended and am much happier for it.
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