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If greige isn’t already your favorite neutral color, it should be. This combination of gray and beige is taking over interior design and is the perfect addition to any color palette, from soft and subtle to bold and bright. One of the biggest benefits of greige in a room is that it complements both warm browns and lighter whites, grays, and blacks. It’s a great way to get the best of both worlds when color families are combined. Incorporate this versatile shade into your home with these expert-approved color recommendations.
Drift of Mist by Sherwin-Williams
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“Drift of Mist is a welcoming neutral gray that brings lightness and really creates openness in any space,” says Emily Kantz, color marketing manager at Sherwin-Williams. This light and airy greige is an ideal neutral because it works in both well-lit rooms and spaces without natural light where it won’t feel too dark. Enhance any room, from the master bathroom to the formal dining room, with this popular neutral that’s as sophisticated as it is inviting.
Paint color: Drift of Mist by Sherwin-Williams
Creamy Mushroom by Behr
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Create a warm and cozy interior with a fresh coat of Behr’s Creamy Mushroom. “This is a calming and earthy tone that promotes relaxation,” says Erika Woelfel, vice president of color and creative services at Behr. It’s a beautiful wall color that exudes warmth and classic style and pairs well with light wood, crisp white trim and pastel accents. “This greige tone invites homeowners to sink into comfort and coziness,” adds Woelfel.
Paint color: Creamy Mushroom by Behr
Stonehenge Greige by Glidden
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One of Glidden’s most popular greige shades, Stonehenge Greige strikes the perfect balance between warm beige and cool gray. “It combines the warmth of beige with the coolness of gray to create a balanced and inviting atmosphere, making it an excellent choice for creating cozy, comfortable living spaces,” says Glidden color expert Ashley McCollum. Embellish it with polished brass accents and luxurious velvet upholstery, and add a casual touch with rustic wood flooring.
Paint color: Stonehenge Greige by Glidden
Revere Pewter by Benjamin Moore
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There is no greige shade more popular than Benjamin Moore’s Revere Pewter. “It’s an iconic neutral that provides a versatile bridge between warm and cool tones,” says Hannah Yeo, senior manager of color marketing at Benjamin Moore. It offers just enough color while still looking clean and classic, and is a versatile color that will fit into any room. “Revere Pewter hits the sweet spot between gray and beige and has proven to be one of Benjamin Moore’s most popular colors,” says Yeo.
Paint color: Revere Pewter by Benjamin Moore
Castle Cream by Magnolia Home Paint
Neutral walls provide a calming backdrop for the variety of warm colors and patterns in this room. Instead of pure gray, greige is the perfect way to bring in a few warm tones that tie the room together. This balance calms your eye in a busy space while complementing the palette of colors and patterns.
Recommended paint color: Castle Cream by Magnolia Home Paint
Luxe Gray by Valspar
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Equal parts earthy and elegant, Luxe Gray is a beautiful greige shade that gives you a neutral base to build upon with other neutrals or fun bright colors. “It brings a dose of balance and comfort to any room, anchoring living spaces with its earthy undertones and bringing a sense of sophisticated comfort to their surroundings,” says Sue Kim, director of color marketing at Valspar. Bring out its warmth with brass, leather and peach accents, and emphasize its cool side with lilac accents and crisp white trim.
Paint color: Luxe Gray by Valspar
Winter Cocoa by Glidden
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Winter Cocoa is a warm, mid-tone greige with taupe undertones that makes a subtle and elegant addition to any room. “It provides a neutral backdrop that allows accent colors and decorative items to pop,” says McColllum. Its strength lies in its versatility. “Whether you prefer bold, vibrant accents or soft, muted tones, greiges can amplify their impact without overwhelming the space,” she says.
Paint color: Winter Cocoa by Glidden
Chic Gray by Behr
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“Chic Gray is a cool and elegant silver gray that makes an elegant style statement,” says Woelfel. This greige color provides a neutral backdrop for a variety of color palettes and design styles, and offers just enough color contrast with white trim. Combined with a white vanity, modern matte black fixtures, and a luxurious statement bathtub, it’s a beautiful shade for a spa-inspired bathroom.
Paint color: Chic Gray by Behr
Berkshire Beige by Benjamin Moore
The best thing about using greige is that you can vary the ratio of grays to browns in the paint depending on what you plan to use it for. The greige paint on this bathroom wall has more gray than brown, which balances out the warm brown tones of the vanity and cabinets.
Recommended paint color: Berkshire Beige AC-2 by Benjamin Moore
Heritage Gray by Valspar
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Give your kitchen a refreshing update with Valspar’s Heritage Gray. “It’s a supportive shade that provides a perfect base palette where all personal styles shine through,” says Kim. This greige color looks beautiful with light woods, mixed metals and relaxed textures like linen. “It blends well with surrounding colors and enhances natural decor, especially in high-traffic spaces like the kitchen,” says Kim.
Paint color: Heritage Gray by Valspar
Snowbound by Sherwin-Williams
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One of the lighter shades of greige, Snowbound has a slight gray undertone and is a stunning choice for a living room with a chic tone-on-tone color palette. “Because of its undertones, it pairs well with grays and is a really versatile shade that can be carried from room to room to harmonize a home,” says Kantz. Maintain a neutral color scheme by layering this soft greige color with different wood tones, soft textures and antique brass accents.
Paint color: Snowbound by Sherwin-Williams
Dove by Behr
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To create a restful atmosphere and a neutral backdrop for modern furniture and decor, look to Dove by Behr. “This is a warm greige that appears as a calming gray, creating a peaceful and gentle mood that lifts the spirits,” says Woelfel. It works well in open spaces and looks extremely sophisticated when paired with a color palette of warm and cool neutrals.
Paint color: Dove by Behr
Accessible Beige from Sherwin-Williams
This room uses different shades of greige to create variety without overwhelming the space with color. The walls, bedding, and headboard all have different shades that perfectly complement the subtle pops of color and pattern, adding variety without overwhelming the space.
Recommended paint color: Accessible Beige from Sherwin-Williams
Clay Angel by Valspar
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“Clay Angel comfortably envelops any room with its warm undertones and can be used as a versatile main or accent color to create a calming and grounded environment,” says Kim. Create a neutral space that’s anything but boring by pairing this greige shade with a white shiplap accent wall, a textured jute rug and dark woods that create contrast and highlight the color’s warm undertones.
Paint color: Clay Angel by Valspar
Tranquility by Benjamin Moore
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Because greige combines light brown and grey, it is the perfect balancing element in a room. Here, the wall colour balances the colours and patterns used in this bedroom, allowing their differences to blend smoothly into one another.
Recommended paint color: Tranquility AF-490 by Benjamin Moore
Skyline Steel by Sherwin-Williams
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Create an instant warm welcome with Skyline Steel, a popular color from Sherwin-Williams. “This warm stone gray has been a top spot on our trend lists for years thanks to its delicate and calm feel,” says Kantz. Add a soft touch with a warm white like Shell White, and incorporate both warm and cool accents in the form of wood, marble and concrete finishes, as well as mixed metals for added visual interest.
Paint color: Skyline Steel by Sherwin-Williams
Silver Fox by Benjamin Moore
Neutral walls don’t have to be boring! A large piece of art, an oversized mirror, or a bright pop of color—like the eye-catching fireplace pictured here—can give any gray room a bright and modern look.
Recommended paint color: Silver Fox 2108-50 by Benjamin Moore
Pashmina by Benjamin Moore
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A shade darker than Benjamin Moore’s popular Revere Pewter, Pashmina offers a richer color experience while maintaining a neutral aesthetic. “Like a cozy cashmere blanket, this neutral gray adds elegance with a touch of warmth,” says Yeo. She recommends pairing this greige color with warm wood tones and points out that it’s a great transition color in a hallway that transitions from one color scheme to the next.
Paint color: Pashmina by Benjamin Moore
Wish by Benjamin Moore
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“Wish is a neutral grey with a hint of warmth, creating a cosy and comfortable atmosphere,” says Yeo. This calming greige tone is extremely versatile, pairing well with natural wood finishes and complementing a variety of colours. “Wish adds just the right amount of colour to a light-filled room and creates a cosy mid-tone in a windowless space,” she says.
Paint color: Wish by Benjamin Moore
Whiskers by Glidden
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Glidden describes Whiskers as “greige at its finest,” and for good reason; this neutral color has timeless appeal. “It provides a sophisticated and understated backdrop that will suit various design trends and personal tastes, ensuring your home remains stylish over the years,” says McCollum. It’s an elegant and stately wall color for your home, and makes a particularly warm and inviting statement in a formal foyer.
Paint color: Whiskers by Glidden
