Designers are partial to these gray paint shades, which are anything but gloomy.
Gray paint colors are perennially at the top of thelist of popular shades, and for a good reason.
Additionally, sample paint chips and the finished result often vary greatly.
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To help you choose the best gray paint color for your space, take these factors into consideration.
Undertones are the warm or cool colors added to paint to provide complexity and nuance.
While they might not jump out at you initially, they often make a surprise appearance on the wall.
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“In darker rooms, grays take on a warmer tone and transform the atmosphere.”
In areas with lots of wood elements, tread carefully when choosing light gray paint colors with greenish notes.
“The green undertones in gray look very prominent when paired with wood.”
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This cozy color is perfect for living and common spaces that you want to be neutral but still inviting.
“Shades like this can anchor an entire room.
“Agreeable Gray checked all of the boxes for this space.”
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Wadden selected this color as a favorite, too, stating that Agreeable Gray is Sherwin-Williams’smost popular color.
“This one has all the things I love in a gray,” she says.
“It’s soothing, not too blue or too taupe, and itbrings warmth to the space.”
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“I love that it doesn’t have undertones that can turn it too purple or pink.
It’s a great basic gray that can go a little greige to coordinate with warmer colors.”
“Gray Owl is a beautiful true gray through and through.
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“I particularly like it in bedrooms for a clean and monochromatic palette of creams and grays.”
“We wanted to keep this kitchen neutral for the most part since we incorporated copper statement pieces throughout.
This color was a perfect option to keep it looking fresh and modern.”
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A new color from Sherwin-Williams, this gray paint offers relaxing, cool undertones.
“Mantra is anethereal blue-graythat’s reminiscent of a soft, efflorescent sky,” she says.
“It relaxes me just by thinking about it!”
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“Anytime we step foot into this room, it makes us feel good.
This reliable and ever-popular favorite gets top marks for versatility.
“It pairs well with textures and finishes, making it the perfect blank canvas for any space.”
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Ammonite No.
The highly versatile Coventry Gray can be used anywhere in the homeboth inside and out, she says.
Hardwick White No.
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Like a cozy cashmere blanket, this neutral gray brings sophistication with a touch of warmth, says Yeo.
Purbeck Stone No.
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For those drawn to the modern Scandi aesthetic,Purbeck Stonemakes a compelling argument.
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The stronger, deeper stablemate of Ammonite No.
Use it in a living room or bedroom for soothing surroundings that still deliver a neutral quality.
To lend a more modern look, the color expert suggests pairing it with black and white.
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When paired with soft blues and pinks it can add a charming effect.
We love layering this hue with darker grays for a sophisticated look, she says.
Newhart notes that Rock Crystal is a great safe gray for anyone feeling unsure.
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Elemental brings harmony and balance to areas of the home that serve as a retreat, she says.
The cool tone of Elemental pairs well with various shades of blue and darker grays.
Beetle Black No.
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“It makes the perfect backdrop for whites and brighter colors to pop.
Plus, its a cool color name.
Why not surprise your favorite gamer with a color-drenched Zombiegaming oasis?”
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“It blends with shades of gray, green, and brown, making it versatile in its appeal.
It’s just a warm, welcoming hue.”
“We love the depth and dimension that Englewood Cliffs paint adds to the space,” Stoffer says.
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This gray creates beautiful movement and interest, which is why it’s one of our favorites!”
Plummett No.
“It’s a soft, soothing dark gray,” she says.
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“It works beautifully on cabinets, in bedrooms, or in living spaces.
If you want something a little lighter, it also looks great cut by 50% with white.”
“It works wonderfully as a soft backdrop and really is dramatic when used on cabinetry.
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I have used it in kitchens, bathrooms, and offices.
It is the perfect neutral dark gray for any space.”
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Down Pipe No.
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For all its strength of colour, it is surprisingly warm, says ODonnell.
It makes a great dining room option and looks beautifulwhen teamed with caramel tonesin your other decorative elements.
With an ounce of warmth, its complex undertone keeps the hue fresh and intriguing, she says.
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Due to its versatility, Newhart has dubbed Wild Truffle one of her few regret-free paint colors.
The hue anchors a room of any style while accentuating warm and natural decor and furniture.
Aldred encourages homeowners to always be sure to “sample, sample, sample.”
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To sample paint like a pro, Wadden suggests painting a 3-foot square in the space.
“Look at it at different times of the day and in different lighting,” she says.
“The various tones emerge depending on the light.”
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With the right color temperature and undertones, gray paint colors can make a gorgeous backdrop for any room.
Cooler grays pair best with other cool tones like teal, navy, and purple.
(Also included in the warm gray category is the hugely popular gray and beige hybrid,greige.)
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