Orange Paint Colors We Love and How To Use Them
Orange you glad we're sharing these designer-approved paints? From pastel peach to earthy terra-cotta hues, there's a shade of orange to suit your style and infuse your home with warmth. Not convinced? Read on to be inpsired by these eye-catching orange spaces — inside and out — and get tips from designers and homeowners about using these pretty paints all around your house.
The clay-colored wall in this living room is a prime example of an orange tone that brings in warmth year-round (Coral Rock by Benjamin Moore).
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Cheery Coral for a Charming Bedroom
“If you have a bright and sunny area and are looking to make an impact, this orangey coral is the perfect color to use. When the sun hits just right, the walls glow,” says designer Annie Lowengart. (Coral Reef by Benjamin Moore)
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Orange Walls Bursting With Energy
“If you’re craving a burst of energy and joy in a space, this paint delivers. Because it’s so saturated, be sure to incorporate grounding colors and varied textures so the room doesn’t become too much,” says designer and color consultant Daniela Araya. (Pumpkin Butter by Valspar)
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Coral Double Vanity in a Cheery Bathroom
“This bathroom is located in a third-floor attic, so we wanted it to feel bright and happy. The coral color is great for a fun pop on cabinetry or as a contrast against wallpaper,” says designer Laney Reusch of Reusch Interior Design. (Golden Gate by Benjamin Moore)
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Toasty Orange for a Bedroom
“For this main bedroom, we looked for a bold color that wasn’t overpowering," says designer Amber Guyton. "This burnt orange feels like a warm hug or a toasty campfire. It’s calming, despite the fiery hue.” (Sierra Redwood by Sherwin-Williams)
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Bright, Citrus Orange in the Kitchen
“Despite having ‘electric’ in its name, this shade doesn’t appear too neon. It’s a true tangerine-peel orange, making it the perfect color to brighten up a kitchen," says designer Noz Nozawa. "It really is cheerfulness in a paint can!” (Electric Orange by Benjamin Moore)
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Warm Amber for a Home Office
“This office is also a media room, so I didn’t want it to feel too light or airy. It needed depth, which this warm [color] delivers," says designer Crystal Blackshaw. "In the afternoon, the setting sun shines through the windows, and the entire space glows.” (Olden Amber, Sherwin-Williams)
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Clay-Colored Accent Wall in a Nursery
“The couple who lives in this house didn’t know if they were having a boy or a girl. The clay color, inspired by the burnt orange in the rug, works for either. And decals make it youthful," says designer Coby Starck. "Because it’s not a traditional nursery choice, it won’t feel babyish as their child grows. They had a girl. I hear she’s pretty happy here!” (Ferrous by Behr)
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Rustic Orange in the Kitchen
This Spanish Colonial home's terra-cotta roof served as the inspiration for the paint color in the kitchen. This dark coral hue has just the right amount of rustic charm. (Try Rich Coral by Benjamin Moore for a similar look.)
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Burnt Orange for a Boho Bedroom
“After a trip to Mexico City, I was inspired to paint my bedroom terra-cotta. The effect is really warm and grounding," says creator Maya Goldfine. "I just did the one wall to keep the small space from feeling too dark.” (Ghost Ranch by Backdrop)
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Unique Peach for a Nursery
“My clients wanted something different from traditional pink for their daughter’s nursery, so I chose this vibrant, peachy coral. Using the color on just the accent wall made it extra special,” says designer Amber Guyton. (Sockeye by Sherwin-Williams)
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Southwest-Inspired Orange in a Bathroom
“Southwest-style floor tiles from Cement Tile Shop inspired me to use a terra-cotta hue on the wall. It’s intense, so I toned it down by painting the top part of the wall white," says designer Pamela Lin-Tam. (Myrtle Beach by Benjamin Moore)
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Orange Built-Ins That Pop
In this room, the cabinetry and trim are painted a gutsy red-orange hue. "It's a small space but the color has major impact," says designer and homeowner Bailey McCarthy. (Habanero Pepper by Benjamin Moore)
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Bold Orange in the Bedroom
“My husband picked this burnt orange for our bedroom, and at first I wasn’t wild about it — with the dark furniture we had, it felt too earthy for me. Once we swapped in light-color furniture and yellow accents, though, it looked lively and fun. Now it’s one of my favorite colors,” says designer and homeowner Amanda Louise Campbell. (Fired Up by Behr)
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Orange Walls for an Inviting Entry
The foyer is one of the only areas with bright walls in this whole house. “It’s a small space so I knew it could handle a loud orange,” says homeowner Avery Roberts. It makes a statement as soon as you open the front door. (Tucson Coral by Benjamin Moore)
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Sunset Orange in a Bathroom
“When I was in the Moroccan desert on a trip a few years ago, I saw beautiful shimmering sunsets. I re-created them in my bathroom! In the evening light, the color turns a gorgeous luminescent orange that instantly transports you to the golden hour in the Sahara,” says artist Tommy Lei. (Nairobi Dusk by Behr)
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Peppy Orange for a Powder Room Vanity
“Half bathrooms are perfect places to be bold. This orangey red with a spot-on name brings unexpected color to a traditional vanity,” says designer Robin Gannon. (Habanero Pepper by Benjamin Moore)
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Tangerine for a Whole House
“This vibrant orange was inspired by flowers blooming in the yard. My clients’ neighbors have since dubbed it ‘The Tangerine Dream.’ For a striking contrast, I picked the opposite on the color wheel for the door and porch, dark blue green,” says designer Amy Jameson. (New Dawn and Deep Sea Green by Benjamin Moore)
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