If you’re looking for a design element to magically transform your space, all you need is a swipe of paint. But with so many colors in the spectrum that can tie a room together and create a beautiful, unified space, why choose plain old white?
Ruth Mottershead, Little Green’s creative director, says the color (or lack thereof) seems to be falling out of favor. “Now more than ever, we’re seeing a need to surround ourselves with soothing, calming colors that are not only easy to live in, but also add warmth and tranquility to our living environments,” she says. . “This is reflected in the growing popularity of warm, natural neutrals, as a clear change from the cool bluish grays that have been so popular in recent years. I chose a rustic color tone.
Are you ready to take your walls to the next level? Here are some neutral paint colors that aren’t white.
light gray
Mottershead says her favorite little green neutral is French Gray Pale. “It’s a great alternative to white and can be used in almost any interior space. With a touch of blue and red, this neutral is what you would call a neutral colour. It’s neither too warm nor too cold, and is very suitable for a variety of lights and spaces. We can be flexible.”
Interior designer Kate Dawson says Benjamin Moore’s Metro Gray is another paint to consider. Dawson says it’s a nice neutral with a bit of warmth. A cooler toned option is Sheep’s Wool. “I like working with a lot of blue,” Dawson says.
Colors inspired by stones
According to Mottershead, colors inspired by nature are another great alternative to white. “Natural stone colors such as Portland Stone, Bath Stone and Clay are becoming increasingly popular, as these warm neutrals are perfect for bringing comfort to your home throughout the seasons and creating a peaceful living space. ,” she says.
Additionally, Patrick O’Donnell, international brand ambassador for Farrow & Ball, says that stone-inspired colors such as Stony Ground are a better choice than white, especially when it comes to painting trim. Masu. “One of our all-time classics, Stony Ground has a rustic feel that makes it perfect for trim,” he says.
O’Donnell suggests pairing this color with darker shades like deep greens or muted blues. “It works just as well as a stand-alone color on walls that off-white can’t match, bringing warmth and neutrality to any space,” he says.
light pink
Pink is a big trend these days, but it’s not a neutral shade. However, the right shade (such as Farrow & Ball’s Setting Plaster) can be considered neutral, O’Donnell says. “This most elegant pink, with just a touch of brown to avoid a saccharine look, is a good friend for decorating,” he says. “It’s perfect for bathrooms, flattering skin tones while bringing a cozy charm to poorly lit spaces.”
pale yellow
Bright yellows aren’t neutrals, but creamy pale yellows like Farrow & Ball’s Tallow are gorgeous neutrals. “This pale creamy yellow with a hint of pink blush is a great trim color. Often overlooked as a more muted neutral color, tallow brings nostalgic charm to any space and pairs well with tones of yellow or terracotta. They work particularly well together,” O’Donnell says.