Hex tile really does have that classic charm—nice pick. I’ve worked with both the tiny mosaics and the larger formats, and you’re right, those grout lines can be a bit of a hassle to keep spotless. On the plus side, smaller tiles can help with slip resistance, which is a bonus if you’re thinking about safety or accessibility. If you went with a lighter grout, it might show less dirt over time, but I get wanting that crisp contrast too. Either way, it’s a timeless look that’s worth a little extra maintenance in my book.
Either way, it’s a timeless look that’s worth a little extra maintenance in my book.
Couldn’t agree more about hex tile’s staying power. I once did a remodel with matte black hex and a soft grey grout—looked stunning, but I’ll admit, the cleaning was a bit more work than I expected. Still, the slip resistance made it totally worth it, especially for families with kids. Sometimes the practical perks outweigh the extra elbow grease.
Yeah, I hear you on the cleaning front—matte black hex looks killer but it does show every bit of dust and soap scum. Still, you can’t beat that combo of style and safety. Worth the hassle, especially if you’ve got little ones running around.
Funny you mention the cleaning—when we did ours, I was obsessed with getting those matte black fixtures and hex tiles too. Looked amazing for about a week, then the water spots started driving me nuts. Still, I’d do it again. We spent around $14k all in, mostly because I couldn’t resist splurging on the tile and a better shower door. Sometimes I wonder if it’s overkill, but honestly, the peace of mind with non-slip tile when my kiddo’s in there is worth every penny.
Still, I’d do it again. We spent around $14k all in, mostly because I couldn’t resist splurging on the tile and a better shower door.
I get the appeal of those matte black fixtures—they look sharp, no doubt. But honestly, after dealing with water spots and fingerprints in a couple of my rentals, I started leaning toward brushed nickel or even chrome. Less maintenance, and they still look modern enough for most buyers or tenants. $14k sounds about right if you went high-end on the tile and glass, but I’ve found you can get a solid, safe bathroom for a lot less if you’re willing to compromise a bit on finishes. That said, I totally get splurging for peace of mind with kids—sometimes practicality just wins out over budget.
