Today’s seemingly endless options of paint colors make it easy to create a beautiful focal point or mood in your home. Or is it? Along with all these choices, it can be hard to know where to begin. Standing in front of all the paint color options at the paint store can be overwhelming.
So, where do you begin? Here is a list of some of the top Pantone ®color choices trending now that are sure to spark your inspiration.
Lilac Gray
Lilac Gray is a modern approach to the neutral gray. The lilac blend warms up the color, making it more cheerful yet subtle.
Mustard
Looking for a bold pop of color for an accent wall? Look at Mustard. A great alternative to yellow or gold for creating rich accents.
New Blues
There are endless blue colors available. When you are looking for something more subtle, soothing, and classic, you will want to check out the New Blues. Gray-blue, charcoal blue, ice blue, or pale powder blue are all great options for the more updated traditional look.
Soft Clay
Soft Clay will bring the mood of Miami into your space. Similar, but lighter, than a terra cotta, caramel, or burnt orange it is an excellent alternative to beiges or browns. It will create a sunny feel with casual elegance.
Hazelnut
Hazelnut creates a warm and inviting look in any room. Perfect for any space that needs to brighten up by catching more light. This color is ideal for bouncing light, making the room seem larger than it is.
Mushroom
Mushroom is an update to the more traditional mousy browns and rust colors from the ‘70s. This color has a timeless appeal and is gender-neutral. It is an excellent color paired with natural furnishes.
Pewter
This is a beautiful blend of gray-beige. This color is ideal for providing a vibrant accent wall to a room with all white walls. Pewter is a great color to use throughout your entire home.
Night Watch
Night Watch is an updated version of hunter green. This color is best suited for larger or well-lit rooms. The intensity of this color can overpower the smaller spaces, making them appear smaller than they are.
Using Your Paint
When it comes to picking your paint, you need to consider what you want to use it for.
Ceilings
You can change the whole look of a room or space by painting the ceiling. You can make the ceiling appear higher, brighter, or create visual interest by painting the ceiling.
Accent Walls
Create more interest, more drama, and depth to a room by picking a wall you want to stand out with a bolder color choice.
Sections
Make a room look bigger, or the ceiling look higher by merely painting contrasting sections. For example, paint the ceiling and a section of the walls a darker color and paint the rest of the walls a bright white.
Doors
Painting doors is a great way to change the look of a room without the long-term commitment of painting an entire room. It is a perfect accent to any room, plus it will help hide stains or signs or everyday wear and tear.
Getting Started
Now that you have your colors picked out, it’s time to dig in and get started!