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The Best Gray Paint Colors to Add to Your Beige House – Welsh Design Studio

The gray craze has been around for a couple of years now, but perhaps you’ve resisted it all this time? You love your beige walls, and aren’t ready to repaint your entire house. But, now that you see the gray trend isn’t going away anytime soon, you’ve recently been flirting with the idea of adding a little bit of gray paint into your house. A gray accent wall, perhaps? What’s the best gray paint to pair with your beige walls? I’m so glad you asked!

With so many grays, where do I even start?

There are two kinds of gray – warm and cool. If you want to pair gray with beige, you must choose a warm gray. If you learn nothing else from this post, please remember this key point!

Cool grays tend to have hints of blue and purple, which does not work well with beige, while warm grays tend to have brown and yellow undertones, which can pair well with beige.

Here’s a great picture to help show the difference between warm grays and cool grays.

Source: Uptownstudios.net

So, where do you start? There are some beautiful tried and true grays that pair well with beige that I will share in this post. However, you must see these colors in your own house and next to your beige walls before you make your final selection. There is just no getting around this important step.

One method is to buy 3 to 5 samples of gray paint colors from the paint or hardware store, paint the samples in big rectangles on some foam core poster board (so it doesn’t warp when it dries), and prop them up against your walls for a day or two.

BUT, a much more convenient method is to buy peel-and-stick sample sheets from Samplize. Not only are they super easy to use, but when you add up the cost of paint sample cans (and the wasted paint you’ll have leftover), paint brushes, foam board, and your time…Samplize is a way better option!

Whichever method you choose, stare at your samples in the daylight, and at night, and eliminate the ones that just don’t work for you. Maybe one of them is looking too green at night, or another looks too blue in the daytime…you may even need to order another round of samples before you find the perfect shade of gray (see my seemingly endless search for the perfect gray paint).

Also, keep in mind that if you find a color you love but wish it was just a little darker, the paint store can make the paint lighter or darker for you. Just ask them to lighten the color by 25% or 50%, and give that a try.

What’s the best gray paint color to use as an accent wall with my beige walls?

Can you combine gray and beige in the same room? The answer is YES! There are several gray paint colors that work beautifully with beige. Here are some of my favorite shades of gray to use as an accent with your beige walls.

#1 Sherwin William’s Dovetail (SW 7018)

This is my personal favorite. I used this in my previous house, and more recently at a friend’s house for an accent wall. Both of the houses had beige walls, and Dovetail is just beautiful paired with beige. Definitely put this on your list of samples to try. Order a peel-and-stick sample sheet of SW Dovetail HERE.

#2 Sherwin William’s Gauntlet Gray (SW 7019)

This is a beautiful dark, warm gray option from Sherwin Williams. Order a peel-and-stick sample sheet of SW Gauntlet Gray HERE.

#3 Benjamin Moore’s Chelsea Gray (HC-168)

This is a tried-and-true shade of gray, that has been popular for many years. Great if you want a medium-dark gray shade with a touch of warmth to it. Order a peel-and-stick sample sheet of BM Chelsea Gray HERE.

#4 Benjamin Moore’s Briarwood (HC-175)

Briarwood is quite a bit warmer than some of the others on this list, but still looks gray. Because of its warmth, it is sure to pair nicely with beiges. Order a peel-and-stick sample sheet of BM Briarwood HERE.

#5 Sherwin William’s Urbane Bronze (SW 7048)

Dark, yes, but absolutely gorgeous! This is a fabulous choice for a dramatic look, and it has a nice bit of warmth to it to help it pair with other warm paint colors. Order a peel-and-stick sample sheet of SW Urbane Bronze HERE.

#6 Benjamin Moore’s Cape May Cobblestone (BM 1474)

Cape May Cobblestone is actually quite neutral for a gray, but it does lean slightly warm. This one will work really nicely with more neutral beiges and greiges. Order a peel-and-stick sample sheet of BM Cape May Cobblestone HERE.

What if you’re ready to paint all of your walls gray, but you’re not sure if you’ll like it?

Maybe you’re thinking about taking the plunge and painting all of your walls gray, but, after having beige walls for so long, you’re not sure if you’ll love the gray look. Well, the good news is that there are many, many beautiful shades of gray out there, so you’re sure to find one you love.

I searched and searched for the perfect gray paint in my previous home for quite some time until I finally found the right one for me. If you have been a beige person for years, I would highly recommend you take a look at the following colors. They are often referred to as “greige” paints…the perfect blend of gray and beige.

#1 Benjamin Moore’s Revere Pewter (HC-172)

This color is very well known in the design industry, and has been hugely popular for many years. It’s a beautiful neutral greige that is subtle, warm, and goes with everything! Order a peel-and-stick sample sheet of BM Revere Pewter HERE.

#2 Sherwin Williams Colonnade Gray (SW 70)

Often referred to as the Sherwin William’s version of Revere Pewter, this is what I have in my current home, and I love it. It looks quite gray, but has a warmth to it that keeps rooms from looking cold. Order a peel-and-stick sample sheet of SW Colonnade Gray HERE.

#3 Sherwin Williams Agreeable Gray (SW 7029)

Another very popular light greige…a little more on the gray side. This is a fantastic choice for a whole-house paint color, as well, and has a cult following. Order a peel-and-stick sample sheet of SW Agreeable Gray HERE.

#4 Benjamin Moore’s Edgecomb Gray (HC-173)

This is the most beige of the greiges I’m sharing here today, but it is a beautiful color, nonetheless. It might not be enough gray for you if you are making a change to all of your walls, but then again, it might just be the subtle change you are looking for! Order a peel-and-stick sample sheet of BM Edgecomb Gray HERE.

I want to go completely gray, what’s the best gray paint?

If you want to go more gray (with no hint of beige), consider Benjamin Moore’s Gray Owl (BM 2137-60). It’s a beautiful gray that won’t look cold on your walls, due to its green and yellow undertones. It’s simply lovely! Order a peel-and-stick sample sheet of BM Gray Owl HERE.

Another favorite is Classic Gray by Benjamin Moore (OC-23). It’s very neutral, very light, with just a hint of warmth (almost enough warmth to be considered a greige). Order a peel-and-stick sample sheet of BM Classic Gray HERE.

Trends come and go, but gray walls are going to be around for some time. If you’re ready to add some gray paint to your home, this list will provides you with a great starting point.

I want you to remember two key things from this post. Number one, the best gray paint to pair with beige walls/furnishings is a warm gray. Number two, be sure to sample the paint colors in your home before committing to one. Happy painting!

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Accent Wall Colors (Design Guide)

Welcome to our guide on using accent wall colors for the home including color combinations, matching furniture and decor.

Everyone loves to have colors around. When it comes to decorating your home, colors play such an important role. No matter how much you stock your home with expensive furniture and décor, sometimes the right use of a single color is all that you need to make your home look appealing.

Colors have the power to give your home its personality. The question is how well you are able to do it? Too much colorfulness might spoil the plan too, making the colors force sensory overload and appear overbearing. That’s why accent colors are planned and used carefully around your home in various elements to bring out the true essence of the color.

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How to Choose an Accent Wall Color

Accent colors are definitely one of the best ways to accentuate your home and give it much desired appeal. We often adore seeing accent colors being used in hotel rooms, fancy restaurants and homes but when it comes to using it in our own homes, we hesitate. It leaves us wondering about a lot of questions pertaining to the right colors, the right amount and the combinations. Using accent colors seems like a big commitment and it is, that’s why it is essential that you carefully select your accent colors to enhance your room’s overall color scheme.

The Accent Color Rule:

When you think of accent colors, you expect a sudden pop of color in your room. A lot of people think that the use of contrasting colors in the décor ends up causing visual disruption or separation. But the truth is, it does the exact opposite. When used correctly, accent colors give your home a put together look. The most risk free way of using colors is following the 60-30-10 rule. When you think of your living room, the color that you want to be the base color is the one that has the largest portion in the color palette.

60% of your room will hold this color, which mostly goes on to the walls. People preferably like it to be neutral tones like white, beige, cream or pastel hues of mints and aqua blues if you do not mind some colorfulness around.

30% of the color is the one that breaks the monotony of the base color and adds some appeal to your space. This color goes to the upholstery in the room.

The rest of the 10% of the color is what acts as the accent color. The accent color adds visual interest to your room and keeps the color scheme interesting even with its minimal usage. From the floral prints on the curtain to the rim of the flower vase, the accent color can be added with as much detailing to make it look well placed and subtle.

While this is the safest way of using an accent color in your home, you can amp it up a little bit by playing around with its amount. Accent colors can take up some portion of the base color too by being on one of walls or can even be used as the upholstery on the sofa.

When choosing the location of the accent wall, many interior designers first look to see if their are any architectural features in the room to highlight with color. For instance, this can be design features such as a fireplace, built-in bookcase, wainscoting, nook or other architectural element. Color can be used effectively to highlight the feature and make it standout, further enhancing it’s visual appeal.

Accent Wall Color Ideas

Accent walls have been the most popular methods of adding some color drama to living rooms, bedroom and even bathrooms. Using an accent color on the wall adds depth and personality to the room. For living rooms, accent walls can be just perfect.

The living room is where you spend most of your time entertaining guests and enjoying a good time with your family. Put in some extra efforts in making it an extension of your personality. For a peaceful yet stylish atmosphere, shades of green & blue as accents walls works the best for living room. Belonging to the cooler shades on the color wheel, greens and blues are popular choices to create a calm and relaxing set up in your living room.

However warm tones like shades of orange and yellow are also loved as accent wall colors for living rooms, since it brightens up the space and gives your space a chic look. Shades of red ranging from crimson, blush and scarlet to deeper tones like wine, maroon and marsala are super apt for spaces like kitchen and dining area. Red relates well with elements of food and dining, so spaces where you make food or serve food gets the right bit of drama with an accent wall carrying a shade of red.

When it comes to accentuating your bathroom walls, your choice of color can be totally versatile. Neutral color shades have been popular picks for bathrooms. But that doesn’t mean you cant add color here. While the base color usually is white, grey or beige, you can choose anything from blue, dark grey and black to lighter and brighter shades like yellow, mint green and aqua blue as accents.

Accent Colors For Furniture

Accent furniture is your way forward to creating a home that is impressive right at the first look. While a lot of people like accentuating the décor by popping some color on the walls, accent furniture is for those who are in for some serious color commitment.

Giving your furniture accent colors is not an easy decision, but when done rightly its something that would define your space and your personality. For homes that have mostly whites and off-whites in the decor, its quite easy to choose the accent furniture color. Since white blends well with every color, you can pick anything from a deep blue sofa in your living room to dark brown wooden finish dining table.

For homes with pastel colored walls like yellow, mint and powder blue, it would be perfect to opt for a dark shade of the same color for your furniture. Think an emerald green painted console table set against a fresh mint green wall. The layering of shades over each other is one of the best ways of creating a harmonious home.

If your home has darker colors on the walls like navy blue or marsala, your accent furniture can be in rustic white to make an impact amidst the dark walls. You can also make things a bit more fun by adding prints instead of solid colors. For example, a bright home with yellow walls can have an ikat fabric or floral print sofa in yellow and grey combination that is chic and impressive. Another option is to accessorize colorful prints with a throw blanket or pillows.

Best Accent Wall Color Combinations

A home with an accent wall undoubtedly strikes a classy statement. But what makes that happen is the right choice of colors. Getting an accent color for your walls or your furniture or other décor accessories needs to be a well thought decision. Colors tend to combine well with certain other colors and presents a home that is blended well.

Popular Accent Wall Color Combinations

Grey Walls – What accent colors go with gray walls is one of the most popular questions regarding color combinations.

A popular trend when using gray, greige, beige or other neutral primary wall colors of a light to medium shade, is to balance them with strong accent colors.

Grey walls and yellow accents are a very bold combination, which is loved by many décor enthusiasts. One of the best classic color combinations, subdued grey and attention-seeking yellow is for the ones who like a room design uniquely balanced.

A grey sofa with yellow throw pillows is a classic example of how the bright color can blend effortlessly with the neutral grey.

This contemporary living room features a light gray primary paint color combined with a rich green color with attractive results. Throw in some additional pops of color with such as yellow and green pillows and colorful artwork and you have a cohesive design.

Grey also works well with shades of blue to create a peaceful and relaxing home. For a more glamorous look, try combining grey with magenta.

Brown Walls – If you are looking out for accents in a home with brown walls, the shimmery gold is a popular pick. Brown being an earthy tone works best in combination with most royal shade itself, gold. Your accent in a living room or bedroom with brown walls could be anything from gold damask prints on one of the walls to a large ornate gold-bordered mirror.

Beige Walls – For homes with lighter beige walls, the accent color can be bold and poppy. Beige being a muted tone it can be balanced with shades of reds as accents or other strong colors. A living room with beige walls can be stylishly accentuated with a maroon sofa set and curtains for an elegant appeal.

Beige or tan wall paint also looks great when combined with a variety of blues including turquoise, teal, navy and a mix of yellow and blue.

Green Walls – Green represents being in nature, renewal and relaxation and a room of this color can be complimented by a variety of colors. Some of the popular combinations with green are white, gray, blue, pink and beige. One color you may want to avoid using with green is red as it’s closely associated with Christmas.

Blue Walls – Blue is one of the favorites when it comes to home décor. From carrying a cool undertone to offering a peaceful & calm atmosphere with its presence, shades of blue can be quite exciting to work on. A lot of colors blend well with blue but nothing like two cool tones coming together.

This blue room combined with a purple accent wall makes for an alluring design. Purple decor pieces such as the large area rug, bed accessories and throw blanket help provide pops of the color throughout the layout.

This kids bedroom showcases how you can use two types of blue colors to create an inviting design. A light powder blue is used for the main wall color with a dark navy blue accent wall that really makes the white molding and decor stand out.

This teen bedroom design pairs light blue painted walls with a pink accent ceiling. Other decor items further bring out the style of the room and give it personality. When matching pink and blue you can also use white, beige, gray and some greens with eye-pleasing results.

Another option would be to pair blue walls with green accents and see a beautiful color combination come alive. Think of an emerald green chesterfield sofa amidst rich blue walls! You can also pair blue walls with red for a rich combination. Blue represents water & calmness while red stands for passion, the combination of the two will be something to look out for. It could work great in a bedroom, where you would love to set up a private and intimate atmosphere.

Accent Wall Color Pictures

Here we share an assortment of accent walls for different rooms of the home for ideas and inspiration.

This interesting bedroom offers a roll up door to let in plenty of light. It’s got a primary white base paint for the walls with a bright turquoise green accent wall to give it plenty of character.

A reclaimed wood accent wall makes the perfect compliment to this cottage style kitchen with gray base cabinets and white upper cabinets.

This cheerful kids room features a gold paint color palette with a built-in desk and accent wall in a dormer window

This small living room space has a Nantucket fog accent wall facing a beige painted wall with an adjacent wall with a stencil for added effect.

A wall alcove can be an ideal place to create drama and showcase an illuminated stone accent wall.

This luxury living room has a stone accent backdrop that cohesively blends the colors of the wall paint with the flooring to create an attractive design.

Brick accent walls can give your living room a stylish appeal that can be matched with a wide variety of paint colors. While picking just the right color to match your brick may be a challenge a few of the best paint colors are mint green, mustard yellow, bright red, white and tan.

This elegant traditional dining room has a white wainscoting with a beige paint for the walls combined with a mocha brown accent wall. A white tray ceiling, chandelier and large picture window helps to brighten the space and offset the brown of the paint and in the wood flooring.

This modern kitchen is full of character with its gray cabinets and furniture contrasting against a bright purple accent wall and colorful decor.

This dining room pairs tan with a bright orange accent wall. Hung artwork helps to calm the orange theme and tie in the white elements found in the base molding and trim.

This kitchen boasts a variety of accent colors with its bright yellow paint above a stainless steel mosaic backsplash and next to a tropical green hallway.

This eclectic galley kitchen has beige tile walls with gray paint and a yellow accent wall. Recessed lighting throughout keeps the space well lit and further enhances the pop of color.

This modern kitchen features a blue glass backsplash that looks great paired with white and dark cabinetry.

An Asian inspired living room with a rich red accent wall that is offset by plenty of lighting, a bamboo area rug, cream color sofa and cushioned chairs. A wood room divider is positioned against the red wall, further highlighting its Asian design appeal.

This fun child’s nursery is painted in beige with a whimsical blue, brown and white checkered pattern. Color coordinated brown curtains, couch and dresser provide additional accent to match the overall theme.

This master bedroom offers a black accent wall contrasting against the off white color of the adjacent walls. Light wood flooring, recessed and drop lights help keep the black accent theme from becoming too overwhelming to the senses.

This cozy living room design is painted primarily in beige with a turquoise accent wall. A brick fireplace with a white painted mantel provides another nice touch that is warm and inviting. Want even more designs? Visit our accent wall ideas page for more creative ways to use color, texture and patterns to generate visual interest.

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Finishing materials

Wallpaper

Wallpaper is the most affordable wall decoration material, they hide uneven surfaces and light cracks. Wallpapers are plain, with a floral or other pattern in a contrasting color, liquid with gold threads and the addition of shiny crumbs. By density they are paper, vinyl and non-woven. If the walls are not smooth enough, you can apply glass wallpaper for painting and create your own design.

The photo shows the interior of the living room with non-woven wallpaper with decor that matches the curtains and textiles.

Wall mural

Wall mural in the interior on an accent wall in gray will suit with a pencil sketch, photograph, city, monochrome drawing.

Brick

Brick wall suitable for loft style and kitchen backsplash. Can be dyed or natural grey. It is better to limit yourself to brick finishing one wall and combine it with colored or white wallpaper.

Painting

Painting suitable for smooth walls in the kitchen, living room, bathroom and corridor. Latex, silicone, acrylic and modern eco-paints are suitable for an apartment.

The photo shows a plain interior with painted walls, white paintings and architraves, corner decorative lighting adds brightness.

Tiles

Used for decorating walls and floors in bathrooms and kitchens, sometimes with classic decor, frieze, puzzle pattern, mosaic.

Laminate

For additional noise insulation and unusual wall decor, laminate is used, which is an independent finish and is attached to liquid nails, kleimers or lathing.

Plaster

For the texture of walls, plaster is used, which does not absorb odors, is a durable material and effectively hides surface roughness. Suitable for interior art deco, minimalism, high-tech.

Decorative stone

Used for kitchen and hallway interiors, decoration in the living room or for creating panels. Lighter than natural stone and easily attached to the wall.

The photo shows the interior of the living room with an accent dark wall made of decorative slate and light plain wallpaper. Stone and fireplace harmoniously combine in a modern style.

Wall panels

Chipboard, MDF are resistant to moisture (with a wax coating), withstand the load of shelves, gray PVC panels have a high service life and fire resistance.

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Kitchen

Gray walls are the backdrop for any set. A white kitchen with a black dining table or countertop looks classically inviting. The interior can be diluted with any colors, decorate the wall with paintings, hanging plates and photo wallpapers.

Bedroom

Will look good with light gray walls, pink or pale blue textiles, white door. Furniture should be selected lighter or darker than the walls so that it does not merge into one gray tone.

The photo shows the interior of the bedroom with plain walls and floral wallpaper border, which is separated by a molding. Dark shades are complemented by milky colors of textiles and furniture.

Living room

Any style living room with gray walls will look good. Dark gray walls should be combined with a white ceiling and a light floor. It is combined with green, scarlet, beige, white companion color for decor items and textiles. The main role is played by curtains, which should be lighter or brighter than the walls.

Bathroom

Bathroom with gray walls should be well lit and match with white installation, shower room, lighter floor.

Pictured is a contemporary style bathroom with gray rectangular tiles.

Nursery

Nursery pairs gray walls well with yellow, red, pale pink, orange or light green decor. Striped paper wallpaper will do, along with white furniture and a colored rug.

Entrance hall

Entrance hall in gray is a practical option, suitable for MDF or PVC panels, stone trim, vinyl wallpaper, plaster. Doors can be light or dark brown.

The photo on the right shows the entrance hall interior with striped wallpaper on the walls and white and gray floor with decorative ornamental tiles. The white ceiling and mirror make the hallway brighter.

Choice of style

Loft

Loft as a casual and practical style combines brick, wooden floor and gray plastered wall, which can be plain or with large ornaments. Gray walls are combined with the same large sofa or bed, gray table. It is combined in a loft style with white, red, turquoise and yellow.

Scandinavian style

The style emphasizes practicality, respect for objects and a penchant for natural finishing materials (wallpaper, laminate, plaster). A light gray shade is suitable, which is combined with pastel colors. Furniture is selected as practical as possible in white, gray, beige.

Modern style

Modern style is most often performed in gray walls, which are complemented by paintings, a mirror, framed photographs. Uniformity, striped decor, clarity of lines are welcome. Curtains are selected Roman or long from a practical mixed fabric.

Classic

Classic in a gray interior does not look boring, the walls are complemented by molding, it can be tapestries, silk-screen printing, gold monograms, white flowers and patterns. The walls will become the backdrop for wooden furniture, a light sofa, emerald curtains, a golden lambrequin. The decor is portraits, landscapes, wall candelabra.

Floor color

Light floor

Light floor with gray walls looks organic, the floor dilutes the dark undertone of gray. A painted board, a light laminate, a parquet board made of light wood are suitable. If the walls are dark in color, then the floor can be golden.

The photo shows the interior of the office with light parquet and gray walls, which looks bright due to the wide window and practical Roman blinds.

Dark floor

Available in bog oak or wenge, painted in dark blue, porcelain stoneware for the kitchen and bathroom, laminate for the bedroom and living room.

Bright floor

Bright tile or sectional painted board, plain laminate floor to match gray interiors. Also, the carpet or track will add brightness.

To match the walls

The floor to match the walls will create a transition effect without borders and merge into one scale.

Ceiling color

Light ceiling

Used more often than others, decorated with molding, stucco, white plaster, paint, stretch ceiling are used for decoration.

Pictured is a modern interior with a flat white ceiling that echoes the white wood paneling, making the dining room pop despite the dark floor and black table.

Dark color

Suitable for a spacious room and high ceilings, as dark will make it visually lower.

Bright

Can be created in a plain or gray-white interior using wallpaper, panels, paint, stretch ceiling.

To match the walls

The ceiling will be a continuation of the walls and can be decorated with stucco.

Combination of gray walls and doors

It is recommended not to match the doors to the color of the walls, there should be a contrast in the interior, the architraves can act as a color frame for the door or be combined with it.

Under the dark gray walls fit light gray, white doors.
Black and white doors will fit under the light gray walls.

The white glass doors in the classic interior of the apartment match the wooden floor, tile floor and gray wallpaper with geometric patterns.

Furniture color

Furniture color can be of different saturation, all bright shades of red, green, orange and turquoise will do.

Cold blue and blue are best used as the color of puffs, small chairs. A gray sofa and bed will fit into a gray interior, complemented by bright pillows.

The photo shows a gray sofa in a modern living room interior with dark gray curtains and walls, the gloss of the picture and daylight fill the room with freshness.

Chest of drawers, wardrobe and shelves are best chosen in the same shade. White, mint, light gray, black, wenge will suit the interior.

Curtain selection

When choosing curtains, it is important to take into account the natural composition (linen, cotton), synthetic additives and the tendency of the material to fade. In length, they can be short classical, Roman, Austrian, rolled, long.

The color is selected based on the shade of the walls and the pattern. Cold shades, pale pink, lemon, lilac are suitable for a light tone. White translucent fabrics, bright tones of red, yellow are suitable for a dark tone. A neutral option would be beige curtains with a gray pattern.

Gray wall decor

Stone inserts, fabric panels, photos, 3D wallpapers, mirrors, bright flags and pompoms in the nursery, sconces, portraits in the living room, paintings and reproductions in the bedroom are used for decoration.

The photo shows the interior of the living room with wall decor: colored abstraction, shelves with souvenirs that make the walls brighter and remove monotony.

If the walls are plain, you can use 2 types of decor, if it is wallpaper with decor, then it is better to refuse additional accessories.

Combination with other colors

Grey-white

Combined more often than others in modern interiors, white adds space, suitable as a stripe color.

The photo shows a gray and white interior of a modern bedroom with color accents and white translucent curtains.

Grey-beige

Suitable for bedroom and living room, can be combined in patterns.

Blue Grey

Cools the room, suitable for bedroom, classic hall, boy's bedroom.

Grey-brown

Looks strict and stylish, shades complement each other.

Yellow-grey

Gives a combination of energy and calmness, suitable for nursery and kitchen.

The photo shows the interior of the kitchen-dining room in gray tones with yellow accents on the wall in the form of stripes and yellow chairs.

Grey-green

Calms and relaxes at the same time.

Grey-pink

Often used in modern style, decorating the nursery and bedroom.

Grey-blue

Suitable for Scandinavian and nautical style, used in hot rooms with white or blue curtains.

The photo shows a living room interior in a modern style with gray-white-blue patterned wallpaper.

Red-grey

Energizes the interior, red is an accent.

Gray Violet

Gives a magical combination balanced by calmness.

Grey-lilac

Suitable for nursery and bedroom, lilac reveals itself against the background of gray.

Grey-Turquoise

Used in Provence or Marine style.

Orange gray

Matches well, can be complemented with white in the interior of the hallway or kitchen.

Gray walls are a versatile finish that will fit into any interior and go with all colors.

Tan walls with grey accent wall

The Best Gray Paint Colors to Add to Your Beige House – Welsh Design Studio

With so many grays, where do I even start?

What’s the best gray paint color to use as an accent wall with my beige walls?

#1 Sherwin William’s Dovetail (SW 7018)

#2 Sherwin William’s Gauntlet Gray (SW 7019)

#3 Benjamin Moore’s Chelsea Gray (HC-168)

#4 Benjamin Moore’s Briarwood (HC-175)

#5 Sherwin William’s Urbane Bronze (SW 7048)

#6 Benjamin Moore’s Cape May Cobblestone (BM 1474)

What if you’re ready to paint all of your walls gray, but you’re not sure if you’ll like it?

#1 Benjamin Moore’s Revere Pewter (HC-172)

#2 Sherwin Williams Colonnade Gray (SW 70)

#3 Sherwin Williams Agreeable Gray (SW 7029)

#4 Benjamin Moore’s Edgecomb Gray (HC-173)

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