This trending gray hue is a bold neutral that delivers equal parts drama and sophistication.

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Charcoal paint colors are among this year’s hottest home decor trends.

thanks to its broad appeal.

Poppy Seed on the wall behind a leather sofa, oversized painting and other eclectic furniture

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Additionally, Behr chose the deep charcoal shade ofCracked Pepperas their2024 color of the year.

So why is charcoal such a popular choice right now?

Charcoal paint colors deliver the depth and drama of black while possessing a certain degree of softness.

Cracked Pepper used on built-in shelves and desk in a home office

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Pair it withwarm whitesand neutrals that have a green undertone to bring out the dark shade’s mossy notes.

This shade lends itself to themodern farmhouse aestheticsince it pairs well with whites, wood tones, and neutrals.

Brick wall painted in charcoal shade called Rock Bottom with a styled wooden console in front of it

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Charcoal color on walls and window trim behind an oatmeal-colored linen sofa

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Staircase wall painted in Grizzle Gray

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Wall with decorative molding painted in charcoal and a teal sofa in front of it

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Dining room with wood table, gray chairs, and modern chandelier painted in Black Widow

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Hopper Head used on the walls, ceiling and trim in a bedroom with orange bedding

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Walls painted in charcoal shade called Galeforce with a wood end table and floral arrangement

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Charcoal gray paint color on a home exterior with white trim

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Home exterior painted in Mostly Metal

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