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30 Best Dining Room Paint Colors

Francesco Lagnese

Move over boring beige walls—brilliant, sumptuous color is back, and nowhere is there a better spot to experiment with saturation than the dining room. As the ultimate space for extravagant holiday mixers and everyday family dinners, your dining room needs to strike the right balance of comfort and refinement.

An unexpected coat of daring color on the ceiling or a splash of crisp white on the room's trim can be just the thing to perk up your dining room—especially as you may find yourself using it for far more than just mealtime these days. You might even consider yellow, one of Pantone's colors of the year for 2021 and a classic dining room paint color that has been favored for centuries, dating all the way back to Thomas Jefferson's dining room at Monticello.

If you're looking for a quick—and comforting—update, take a note from these world-renowned designers and try one of these dining room paint colors, from brilliant blue paint colors to calming shades and cozy warm hues.

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The Creamy White Dining Room

Mali Azima

In this Atlanta dining room designed by Melanie Turner, creamy white walls allow accents in metallic shades, caramel browns, and black to really shine. A Murano glass leaf chandelier (one of a pair) hangs over a custom parchment-wrapped table (J. Robert Scott). Chair fabric, Miles Redd for Schumacher. Credenzas, Jean de Merry.

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The Sage Green Dining Room

Julia Lynn

In the dining room of this Austin, Texas, home designed by Angie Hranowski, glossy sage trim, antiqued silver panels, and regal violet curtains form a dynamic canvas for conversation and antiques, like the hexagonal table (Fritz Porter) and walnut dining chairs (Blackman Cruz).

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The Limestone Dining Room

DOUGLAS FRIEDMAN

At this California estate designed by Ken Fulk, a hand-painted wall mural by Katherine Jacobus depicts the tonal beauty of rammed earth. Dining chairs, Bořek Šípek.

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The Chrome Yellow Dining Room

Laurey Glenn

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The Mural Dining Room

Emily J. Followill

A serene mural of Low Country marshland (Bob Christian Decorative Art) and reclaimed white oak beams accentuate lofty ceilings, a defining element of this 1,400-square-foot cottage designed by Beth Webb. The flooring is Belgian bluestone. Lanterns and table, English Accent Antiques

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The Lemon Dining Room

Stephen Karlisch

Designed by Cathy Kincaid, the lemon-yellow dining room at the 2020 Kips Bay Decorator Show House Dallas features a refined blend of traditional Dallas style and global influences, from the majestic plaster palm trees and the contemporary artwork to the Soane Britain Topkapi lantern hanging above the table. Kincaid took inspiration from beloved rooms by Alidad and Veere Grenney, working with her most-trusted craftspeople in the industry to create a one-of-a-kind dining room. The custom embroidered slipcovers on the dining chairs are from Kincaid’s debut collection with Penn & Fletcher.

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The Salmon Dining Room

Annie Schlechter

In this salmon-hued library of a New York apartment designed by Chiqui Woolworth, a mirrored English dining table doubles as a polished buffet for entertaining. Drapery fabric, Brun­schwig & Fils. Painted wood drapery tassels, Samuel & Sons

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The Candy-Striped Dining Room

DYLAN THOMAS

At his home in the English countryside, designer Richard Smith created the illusion of a tented ceiling with a custom trompe l’oeil treatment complete with candy-striped trim and corner poles. "It’s more flamboyant than our usual style, but it certainly gives our dinner parties a sense of occasion!" says Smith.

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The Cantaloupe Dining Room

David Tsay

The Dallas dining room of Kimberly Schlegel Whitman's home is painted Persian Melon (Benjamin Moore) to “look like the inside of a cantaloupe,” says Whitman. Copper and palm leaf artwork, Tam Van Tran

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The Sapphire Dining Room

Lesley Unruh

In this brick Georgian home designed by Shazalynn Cavin-Winfrey, lacquered blue trim (along with silver leaf-papered ceilings) reflect light from the roaring fireplace and antique chandelier. The walls are upholstered in velvet and the ceiling paper is by Brunschwig & Fils.

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The High-Gloss Brown Dining Room

Francesco Lagnese

At this Connecticut dining room designed by David Netto, the walls are painted Tanner's Brown by Farrow & Ball. The plaster cone hanging light is by Rose Uniacke and the wicker chairs are by Soane Britain.

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The Oxblood Dining Room

ANNIE SCHLECHTER

At this Hudson Valley, New York, home designed by Lynne Stair of McMillen, the dining room's walls, provide a warm foil for the nautical oil paintings. The room is furnished with a Georgian-style table and chairs.

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The Pale Peach Dining Room

Annie Schlechter

In Meg Braff's Long Island dining room, pale peach walls pick up the earthy shade from an antique carpet. Leafy green, found in the drapery and valence fabric (from Holland & Sherry) and the table covering (from Lulu DK) lends a lively accent. The antique caned regency chairs were grain painted to resemble tiger maple.

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The Prussian Blue Dining Room

Max Kim-Bee

In this New York City dining room designed by Ashley Whittaker, a classic blue-and-white palette takes a punchy turn with plum accents in the floral Muriel Brandolini chair back fabric and the leather seats upholstery. Silk curtains from Scalamandre plus an antique mirror from 1stdibs play up the room’s height.

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The Driftwood Dining Room

Brie Williams

Designer Matthew Carter's Harbour Island cottage dining room features deep brown walls that make for a saturated backdrop of his bright, beachy collections. Carter furnished the space with a harmonious mix of pieces from different eras and made in various textures, including with a laminate Parsons-style table (Andrew Gentile Antiques), rattan chairs (Palecek), and a Noguchi paper lantern.

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The Blue-and-Yellow Dining Room

Annie Schlechter

Inspired by the shades decorating drums used by members of the Williamsburg Fife and Drum Corps, designer Anthony Baratta drenched this Georgian dining room in a blue-and-yellow palette. The rug is from Capel Rugs; the plates and glassware are from Park Designs.

The walls are painted Damask Gold and Lafayette Blue, both from Benjamin Moore's Williamsburg collection.

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The Sunny Dining Room

Thomas Loof

Bright yellow-lacquered walls infuse a sense of exuberance into this Katie Ridder-designed dining room. The rattan chairs from Janus et Cie and pineapple-footed table further support the Long Island home's playful spirit. The painted floors were inspired by a Moroccan checkerboard tile pattern. The drapery fabric is from Harbinger, and the chandelier is from Avery & Dash.

The wall paint color is Sunrays by Benjamin Moore.

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The Icy Dining Room

Melanie Acevedo

Soft blues lend a relaxed feeling to the opening dining room in this breezy Bahamas home designed by Miles Redd. The ship centerpiece is a playful nod to the ships that pass by in the bay. Osbourne & Little fabrics cover the Design Within Reach chairs at the table. The painted wall grass cloth is from Phillip Jeffries.

The wall grass cloth is painted Polar Ice by Benjamin Moore.

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The Powder Blue Dining Room

Francesco Lagnese

Fresh powder blue hues illuminate contemporary art and the stunning view from the windows of this Mediterranean-style villa in Palm Beach. Designer Bunny Williams had the Stark sisal rug custom-painted in a pattern based on a classic Serge Roche design. The Italian chairs are from Sutter Antiques.

For a similar wall color, try Morning Sky Blue by Benjamin Moore.

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The Neutral Dining Room

Alexandre Bailhache

In the dining room of this Provence farmhouse, collections of paintings and antique delftware and faience pottery act as the focal point of the space in part due to their neutral backdrop. Designer Susan Bednar Long paired French dining chairs in a lighter finish with a Swedish blue check from Chelsea Textiles. The sconces are from Jamb.

The wall paint color is Wimborne White by Farrow & Ball.

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10 Dining Room Paint Colors

Color can elevate your dining room to elegant and dramatic

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Lee Wallender

Lee Wallender

Lee has over two decades of hands-on experience remodeling, fixing, and improving homes, and has been providing home improvement advice for over 13 years.

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Updated on 11/22/21

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When it comes to picking out the perfect dining room paint color, look for a shade that sets the space's mood. It should match your entertaining style since this room is for guests, special occasions, and transient use. Since you're not in the room long, feel free to go bold with color to set an elegant and dramatic tone. Lighter tones work well, too; neutrals are inviting and comfortable.

Here are the top 10 picks for the best dining room paint colors.

How to Paint a Wall Like a Pro

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The living room is considered the center of the apartment and house, it is a place for personal relaxation and meetings with family and friends. Therefore, it is important to choose shades for the walls that will cheer you up and distract you from everyday affairs and worries.

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If you want to transform your living room, paint its walls a new color. Do not limit yourself in your choice, the main thing is that you like it. However, keep in mind that darker shades tend to make the space look smaller.

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Decide what color you want. Bright, neutral or dark? We invite you to be inspired by living room design ideas approved by designers.

The walls were decorated with paints ranging from universal neutrals to the brightest shades.

Gray Violet

In a modern farmhouse, the walls of the living room are painted in a warm gray with purple hues. Furniture and sconces in shades of brown and beige blend in well with the interior, keeping the atmosphere neutral but inviting.

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Pearl

A soft white with a hint of gray can easily turn a living room into a place you want to spend all day. The living room is adorned with textured details in a neutral color palette that enhances its overall coziness.

Sky Blue

A faded sky blue in this living room serves as a soft backdrop to the bright orange and gold decor and the dark gray sofa. The pattern on the rug adds its own personal style to the space.

Sage

Luxurious natural color of sage green will make the living room extraordinarily cozy. This room mixes classic decorative elements and oriental motifs, creating a luxurious yet relaxed atmosphere.

Sunny Yellow

Sunny yellow walls can instantly light up a living room, whether the windows are large or small. Yellow makes the space modern while adding a tropical vibe.

Ebony

Despite the apparent drama, the soft shade of ebony helps to create a cozy atmosphere. This living room turned out to be comfortable and functional, and antique pieces of furniture enhanced the hospitable atmosphere.

Red clay

The walls of this living room are painted in red clay. Furniture items are matched to the overall color scheme and go well with the paint. Black frames and a vase on the floor add zest to the interior.

Frosty Blue

Frosty blue walls lend a soft touch to this English style living room. Gold-framed paintings and a textured carpet add warmth to the fireplace area.

Turquoise

This very beautiful shade of blue, without being too intrusive, is one of the most popular colors in interior design. The more saturated colors of the furniture and decor elements in this living room successfully emphasize the originality of turquoise.

Sangria

Light wine color with a predominance of pink undertones adds tenderness and romance to the atmosphere. Sangria combined with blue in this living room creates that inviting look that is best for entertaining.

Cream

This sunny living room radiates warmth despite its sheer size and ceiling height. The designer divided the room into zones to heighten intimacy, then used soft buttery ice cream on the walls and velvet fabrics to give the room a golden glow.

Blue-Green

A rich gemstone shade perfect for the living room. The blue-green paint color combines the duality of modern and classic styles. The interior mixes fashion elements and antiques to further emphasize the contrast between old and new.

Dusty Rose

The dusty rose walls and ceiling in this living room are breathtaking. The designer used different types of plants to bring the room to life and create visual intrigue with height and shape. Bold pastel colors and a rich palette in the interior helped to create a unique composition.

Pastel Blue and Pink

Instead of painting the walls in one color, you can transition from pastel pink to pastel blue and decorate them with a pattern. An original solution in combination with a cheerful blue parquet floor. The light of the living room is added by the frames on the windows, painted in creamy yellow.

Black

Black walls and plenty of warm gold and caramel tones make this living room very cozy yet rich and regal - the perfect balance.

Peach

The open plan dining and living rooms required cohesion. And the designer achieved it. Soft peach paint, a burgundy sofa and a pink glow from a pendant light are reflected in the pattern of the printed chair at the head of the dining table. An amazing combination and an excellent solution.

Charcoal Gray

Charcoal gray walls may be as dark as storm clouds, but they look playful and modern in this living room. Cheerful pinks, a touch of cobalt blue, traditional granny-chic patterns and whimsical artwork lift the spirits.

Milky white

It is believed that only bright colors can enliven a room, but this is not the only way. In this living room, soft textured upholstery is paired with milky white wall paint, a rustic wood bench and plenty of antiques, yet still feels modern enough.

Olive

Subtle olive green walls and a cream wood-beamed ceiling make this country home's living room feel neutral and warm.

Steel Gray

Decorated in dark colors, this living room strikes a balance between formal and casual, sophisticated and casual, sublime and cozy. Golden decorative elements add chic to the interior.

Light Lime Green

Take a cue from the bold mix of patterns and contemporary art displayed in this living room. The light green ceiling is an unexpected surprise that ties the whole room together. It pairs beautifully with yellow curtains, a geometric green ottoman, and lots of gray tones throughout.

Lemon Yellow

Does the thought of painting your living room yellow scare you to the core? Look at this modern living room. Yellow is a bright color that radiates warmth and offsets cool blue tones.

Fawn

This muted tan in the living room is hard to understand, which is why so many people like it. Not-quite-brown, not-quite-beige is a nice offbeat earth tone that looks like a neutral.

High Gloss Black Green

Deep, dark and high gloss black green makes this living room seductive and mysterious. In combination with bohemian furniture and accents, dark tones become more accessible and cozy. A bold decision, suitable for large living rooms.

Hot Green

A bright green accent wall and decorative floral print curtains help bring a little fullness and warmth to the dominant white surfaces in this living room.

Charcoal

Traditional neutral furniture in this living room has minimal visual impact. Attention is drawn to dark colors, works of art, lamps and other decorative accents that stand out significantly. The deep, almost purplish gray tone turns out to be a surprisingly complex and emotional backdrop, so don't be afraid to try something new.

Blue and Mustard

In this living room, the designer has created a contrasting geometric puzzle-like pattern on the walls. Matte navy blue and sandy mustard work together to create a brooding and seductive backdrop perfect for a small space.

Matt White

Fresh, matt white is absolutely timeless. If you are not interested in choosing a trendy living room paint color, then go for the classics.

Mint Green

Create a lush tropical oasis with fresh mint green. In the living room, where the walls are painted to the rafters, the hue changes depending on how the light falls - from bright mint to soft green of sea foam.

Khaki

If cream, white or gray just don't work for your living room and you can't figure out why, go for khaki. Some spaces just call for something out of the ordinary due to architectural style, lighting, or existing furniture.

Coral

There is never too much pink, especially when it is decorated with red and white striped furniture. But if you just want something bright, start by painting a small area in your home, such as a pretty corner near your living room window. This will add a little romantic glow and won't make it look like you've painted the walls with bubble gum.

Pale Brown

A light pink armchair in this living room brings a youthful vivacity to the dark wood pieces while also highlighting the warm tones of the versatile neutral pale brown backdrop. In one light, it appears a light grey-green, and in another, a more beige hue.

Light green

If you want to create a peaceful atmosphere, bring gorgeous shades of green into the interior. Light green is like a breath of fresh air. It adds intrigue to the art gallery in this living room.

White and blue

The walls of the living room were painted white and the door to the next room blue. The upholstery of the furniture in tone added warmth to this room.

Violet

The combination of red and purple seems surprisingly fresh in this space. Bohemian embroidered throw pillows tie everything together beautifully. By the way, this is a great way to design a living room: start with a couple of fun throw pillows, then choose two colors you like on them to make them stand out on the walls and ceiling.

Mustard Olive

This living room is both classic and quirky, unique and timeless. The walls are painted in mustard-olive color, and the ceiling is framed with black piping.

Pistachio

This modern living room combines bold, offbeat colors with sober ones. The pistachio-lime wall and painted fireplace add just enough texture to make a statement while still looking minimalist.

Royal Blue

Paint Blue is a bold color choice for a living room, but the glossy finish adds a touch of flair. The walls are perfectly combined with floor-length yellow curtains. A blue armchair adds an accent to the room.

Orange

Unexpected orange walls in this living room create a dynamic contrast with period furniture and an emerald green lampshade. They make the room so sunny.

Light gray

In this charming family home, the designer chose light gray paint for the living room walls, which blends perfectly with the patterned furniture. Light gray is more sophisticated and less harsh than classic white, but still subtle enough not to draw attention to itself.

Pale Blue

Pale blue walls give this living room a soothing vibe, while white ceilings help break up the blue and make the room lighter and airier. Meanwhile, the vibrant green coffee table exudes a youthful energy that enlivens the sky blue backdrop and floral sofa without clashing with traditional elements.

Blue

This living room's monochrome blue palette lets us focus on the incredible interior architecture and dramatic eye-catching elements. Soothing tones and rounded shapes make the space both discreet and bold.

Mocha

The dark color helps everything blend together. However, the light ceiling and beige carpet on the floor of the living room relieve gloom, while bright furniture and decorative elements create coziness and ease.

Hot Pink

Intense, inviting and adventurous, neon pink walls in this living room are a bold choice. The contrast of sky blue tones and traditional furnishings make the space more transitional and timeless than whimsical.

Grey-beige

Much more sophisticated than white, but still soft and restrained. The gray-beige paint color is a suitable backdrop for contemporary spaces. A black marble fireplace adorns this living room, which has been given a modern touch with colorful artwork, a low coffee table and a dainty table lamp.

Crimson

This room is both friendly and sophisticated. And while this berry shade is definitely bold and vibrant, it also has an absorbing depth. A chocolate brown upholstered chair with a bright orange pattern adds personality to the room, while a gold-trimmed end table and cool marble fireplace add sparkle.

Charcoal Gray

Charcoal gray walls add a touch of mystique to this stylish living room, making the space cozier and more intimate. Practical materials and classic prints create a cozy cocoon atmosphere.

Crimson Red

A rich shade of crimson red warms this space, while contrasting pink and blue furniture helps soften the bold tone of the living room walls.

Blue Grey.

The cool gray color is in perfect harmony with the blue furniture and green decor elements of the living room. This bold decision shows how color can change a lot depending on what you pair it with.

Bright red

For a fashionable design, all you have to do is paint your accent wall bright red. Filled with patterns and vibrant energy, this living room will inspire you to never hold back when it comes to color.

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rules, photo examples, designers' advice on selection

The combination of colors in the interior of the kitchen, without any exaggeration, is the most important thing! You can spend a lot of money on decoration, buy expensive furniture and accessories, and in the end, get something colorful and completely unattractive.

In this article we will tell you and show you with simple examples how to choose colors.

1. Basic rules for color combinations in the interior
2. The 60/30/10 rule
3. Revealing the accent object
4. Starting from the wall decoration
5. From the work apron
6. Starting from the color of the countertop
7. From the color furniture
8. Depending on accessories and textiles

You will not find any abstruse terms like "monochrome", "achromism" here. No theory and incomprehensible reasoning!

Let professional designers use it, and we will go the other way: we will start from the color of the main piece of furniture, and already try on different options for contrasts to it. And along the way to argue what is good and what is bad.

We are sure that among the variety of proposed examples, you will certainly find something suitable!

Basic rules for combining colors in the interior

Basic rules for combining colors in the interior are as simple as two or two: don't try to embrace everything at once and don't use all the colors you like at the same time!

Sounds easy, doesn't it?

But when it comes down to it, it starts like this: “Maybe buy an apron in lilac-coral tone for this red tabletop? Or, in orange-red? Or, in terracotta brown? No? Bust? Then maybe buy purple chairs and curtains?

As a result, we get what we said initially: an overload of bright elements that form a chaotic mess in which not a single object “plays”.

And no matter how difficult it may be, you need to highlight something ONE that you would like to pay attention to in the first place!

How exactly to do this, we will tell a little below, and now we will reassure those who want everything at once.

For such occasions, there is a wonderful Boho style, which we will also talk about later, in the corresponding subsection. Excesses are welcome there and you don’t have to worry that you overdo it.

Rule 60/30/10

And here is another rule, more specific and most useful. Perhaps, besides him, an amateur should not bother with anything else, since it works 100% effectively.

Law 60/30/10 means that there should be no more than 3 color schemes in the interior, and their distribution is as follows:

60% - dominant color
30% - additional color
10% - accent !

The dominant color is not the one you love and want to apply everywhere.

Dominant - this is the background color on which other colors will be clearly visible: additional and the most important, on which you want to focus.

For example, if you really like the color red, then to make it noticeable, but at the same time unobtrusive, you need only 10%. And nothing more.

Very well the meaning of this law is displayed in the photo below. Unfortunately, this is not a kitchen interior, but the main thing here is to show you the rule on a live example:

As you can see, following this rule, we get an interesting effect.

The room is essentially beige and brown, but we see it as yellow!

And, if you make an accent overload, then the view will turn out something like this:

Looking at this photo, I remember: “Horses, people mixed up in a bunch ...” ©.

And for some reason, we are sure that the owner of the interior wanted to emphasize the red color, but simply went too far.

And in the end, against the background of this brightest red spot, neither kitchen furniture, nor a stylish hood, nor beautiful tiles on the backsplash are visible at all.

Of course, there are designers who will immediately say: this is not bad taste, this is just a monochrome interior (that is, in which there is one color and all its shades).

But, you yourself understand that this is just a beautiful theory and words. But in fact, we see just a red spot, from which it hurts the eyes.

So, you have to think carefully and decide what is really important for you.

And one more thing: the rule of three colors does not mean that you need to choose only three colors.

It means that 3 color ranges are allowed.

That is, if your wall is light beige as a background, then the floor can be made dark beige, and the carpet is almost white. But, all these shades need to be laid in 60% of the original percentage.

The same applies to the second color and accent. But, here, too, without fanaticism. A run of two or three tones will look organic, but a big contrast is already like two different colors.

No other way. But, their share should be very small.

We identify the most important subject on which we would like to focus

So, where do we start? Of course, with the choice of the detail or object that you consider the most important and beautiful of the whole environment.

This could be:

No matter how much you want to, but you need to choose one thing on which you want to focus. And it is this element that should include the main color that you are focusing on (in a ratio of 10% of the rest).

Let's say you have an incredibly beautiful work apron on the wall, red.

Then, you focus on it, and add a little more red in the form of inclusions to other details: a small inclusion of red in the chandelier, paintings, decor.

Very small, mind you! So that in total you get only 10% of red.

But, let's look at each moment in more detail.

Starting from wall decoration

If you dream of an unusual and catchy wall decoration, then you have to say goodbye to the idea of ​​too bright furniture, catchy accessories and unusual flooring. Walls that are decorated pretentiously are very obliging.

And in order to have a good look at them, you will have to give up other things and choose them as neutral as possible.

If you are ready to lose all this for the sake of colored walls, then act!

If you want to emphasize the deliberate austerity of the walls (for example, just white, without decorations and other embellishments), then you need to choose contrasting accessories against which the white wall will look very appropriate and elegant.

This refers to paintings, chandeliers, shelves, etc.

Walls in white

The combination of white color in the interior of the kitchen is possible with almost any color of the spectrum.

But, if white is taken as a background, then the best second color is the color of light, natural wood. And already an accent - whatever.

It is simply impossible to come up with something better!

This classic combination will go with just about any accent except dark brown and black.

On the other hand, if black is the second color and wood is the accent, then a very elegant look comes out!

In a word, the combination: white wall + unpainted wood is a classic that is good in any interpretation.

Colored walls (wallpaper, ornaments, etc.)

If you have flashy walls, then the furniture should be as simple and unobtrusive as possible. Otherwise, these walls will simply blend with the cabinets and there can be no talk of any elegance.

The combination of colors in this case should be something like this: a colored wall and plain furniture, moreover, in a contrasting color, and not in one color scheme.

The best option for the second tone in this case:

If you find it difficult to find a good contrast for the second tone, then you can use the color matching spectrum.

Moreover, it is better to do it online, on a special service: colorscheme.ru

There you can choose both contrasts and mono-color colors.

If you figure out how to use this site, then you will never again be faced with the question of how to combine colors in the interior of the kitchen.

Stone walls

A stone wall is a very bright decor element that goes well with nothing but white and light beige.

Any other color will simply "kill" the natural color of the stone, and it will not look expensive.

But if the stone itself is white, then it is easier in terms of choosing the second color. But, here you still need to take into account that not every material of furniture or other finishes is combined with stone.

No plastic, MDF, metal can be here anymore. Only natural materials and the most simple design.

Walls with plaster moldings or drawings

If there is molding on the wall, it is best that the main background is white. The stucco drawing can be absolutely any and it is better that its color is accented, that is, it is only 10%, which we talked about above.

From a work apron

A bright work apron is such a detail on which a lot depends.

If you make colorful walls at the same time, then its beauty will fade. The same applies if the kitchen furniture is matched to the tone of the apron.

For example, now quite popular combinations are: colored tempered glass splashback and bright kitchen to match.

This is ugly, to put it mildly. And too intrusive. Here's what it looks like:

If you have a colorful kitchen, then no colorful aprons! This is the law.

If a colored apron, then no bright kitchens. It is important.

Here's how a colored splashback looks when paired with neutral furniture:

There's a difference, right?

And now, look how the aprons look in terms of colors. We have selected the most successful combinations and interiors with the desired color.

Aprons in red

Red does not tolerate the presence of many shades of its spectrum side by side. That is, pink, coral, burgundy, etc.

Only the right contrast or black, brown, gray and white can be combined with red. The latter is a win-win choice.

Mirrors also look great with the glossy red finish.

Aprons in blue and light blue tones

Blue loves the white background color and natural, unpainted wood as an additional, second tone according to the formula of three colors.

But blue, without any additives, is not the best option.

Blue is best used as a complementary color, as it is too light to accent.

And so, it looks great paired with: light green, lilac, white and black.

Aprons in green

Green goes well with yellow. If we are talking about shades of green, such as pistachio, olive and others, then yellow should be in their color scheme.

That is, sand and mustard are suitable for olive, and not pure yellow. Well, it also goes well with white, just perfect.

Aprons in orange and yellow

Orange is friendly with light green. Very good and fresh combination. Brown also goes well with orange. You definitely should not combine orange with yellow, blue, purple, lilac.

Aprons made of natural materials

Here we can say the same as about stone wall decoration. If you have an apron made of marble, then match the furniture or floor to the color of its veins.

If from granite, then the same window sills can be made in color. In general, once again duplicate the material somewhere, not exceeding 10%.

Aprons with ornaments

If you have an apron with some kind of ornament, for example, oriental, then it would be good to duplicate it either in curtains, or in tiles on the floor or in a chandelier. It’s not worth it to “shove” it everywhere, otherwise exorbitant variegation will come out.

Furniture and walls must be neutral colors and textures.

Starting from the color of the worktop

The choice of worktop is an important thing at the planning stage. If you do not want to be “attached” to it later, then do not choose a catchy thing. And if you have already chosen, then be sure to consider this when choosing the rest of the color scheme.

Natural stone top

Stone tops are very beautiful. But, putting only a countertop, without a double of this stone in any other place in the kitchen, is not worth it, otherwise it looks like a foreign object.

You can finish with stone: a window sill, a small part of a wall or a floor.

But, in any case, do not make an apron exactly in the tone of the countertop! This is not a very good solution.

Wood top

Wood top matches perfectly with the wood dining table, chairs, wood windows and shelves. But not with wooden furniture kitchen cabinets.

Rather, they can also be wooden, but already painted, and not natural. Otherwise, you will put a strong emphasis on unpainted wood, your kitchen will start to resemble a sauna!

As for the color of the walls, the best one is white. But the second tone is olive, blue. These are the most win-win options that are often used in Provence-type interiors.

From the color of kitchen furniture

The combination of colors in the interior of the kitchen, most often depends on what kind of furniture you have.

Of course, if you're designing from scratch and haven't bought anything yet, it's easier for you.

But if the furniture is already there, then you need to “dance” only from it and there are no other options, since it occupies a large space and is the second, auxiliary color.

Unpainted wooden kitchen

The best background for such a kitchen is white walls.

And as accent colors - any colors except brown and dark orange. They will almost merge with natural wood.

White kitchen

White furniture looks great against contrasting walls. That is, if kitchen furniture is our 30%, then the background is 60%.

What color is white combined with - it makes no sense to enumerate, since it is combined with absolutely any color!

Red kitchen

Red kitchen goes very well with gray, stainless steel and mirror surfaces.

Also, it creates a good contrast with black, but it should be no more than 10%, otherwise it will be very dark and gloomy.

In addition, the red kitchen goes well with blue and white. This trio resembles marine colors and looks very fresh.

And here is a wonderful version of the white and red kitchen. Here, although the percentage balance of colors is not observed, it still looks pretty nice.

Brown kitchen

Brown is a very capricious color and does not tolerate almost any neighbors, except for white and beige.

The remaining colors must be applied very carefully, otherwise, all the beauty of the brown kitchen will fade against a bright background.

Also, remember this: if you have brown furniture, then the floor must certainly be light. Otherwise, the view of the room is dark, and sometimes even sloppy.

Blue kitchen

Blue kitchen should not be combined with any colored walls. The maximum is a barely noticeable gray-blue tone of the wall. Better yet, just white.

Blue just doesn't look as bright on other backgrounds.

Kitchen in green tones

This is a very bright kitchen if the color is saturated. It is better, of course, to choose either olive or pistachio furniture colors.

But, if you already have a bright green kitchen, then blue or lilac can be the accent to it, and light yellow or white can be the background.

Lilac kitchen

Lilac furniture goes well with light green, olive and khaki shades.

Also, lilac is combined with maroon, white and black. Sometimes, a pink accent looks good, but if there is an additional, the fourth color is black.

Kitchen in yellow tones

Sunny, yellow kitchen goes well with light green accents, lilac, and also red. And as a background - perfect white. However, he is always perfect.

Starting from accessories and textiles

If your main goal is to emphasize the presence of beautiful gizmos, then just paint the walls white and lay a regular, wooden floor on the floor.

No more decorations needed! Kitchen furniture in this case should also be as natural and discreet as possible: painted or unpainted wood, white plastic.

Not many styles are rich in accessories and textiles.

These are country and ethnic. It makes no sense to list all of them, we will consider only a couple of the most popular destinations.

Provence style accessories

Provence style accessories are matched with blue, blue and green dyed wood and black wrought iron elements.

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