Neutral Paint Shade Ideas We Love: Beige, Taupe, Gray, Black, White and More

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Neutral Paint Color Ideas for Every Room

From white to black and every shade in between — give us all the neutral hues! These tried-and-true paints from HGTV Magazine might be on the subtle side, but neutrals never have to be boring. Get inspired by these stunning and sophisticated designs, and learn how to use these editor-approved paints in your home.

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The Paint

Coventry Gray, Benjamin Moore

How You Can Use It

At 138 square feet, it’s not the largest kitchen, but homeowner and designer Kerri Pilchik gave it major presence with two-toned cabinets. Having the uppers painted white opens up the small space, and the classic shade of gray on the lower cabinets adds contrast.

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The Paint

Stepping Stone, PPG

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How You Can Use It

"Getting creative with molding in this master bedroom turned the wall behind the bed into a standout feature. Medium gray makes it seem even more luxe.”

— Leslie Cotter Dorazil, Leslie Cotter Interiors, Louisville, KY (Builder: Ramage Company)

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The Paint

Aloof Gray, Sherwin-Williams

How You Can Use It

Designer and homeowner Erin Wheeler (of Sunny Circle Studio) gave her dining room a refresh by changing the dated red walls to cozy gray. The green undertones make the space so inviting.

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The Paint

Rare Gray, Sherwin-Williams

How You Can Use It

A herringbone accent wall makes for a fun entrance (especially after walking through that purple front door). A pair of bold Basquiat prints make the patterned wall even more of a focal point.

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The Paint

Gray Huskie, Benjamin Moore

How You Can Use It

To lend this room a calm feeling, soft gray paint on the walls contrasts with snowy-white linens and touches of blue decor.

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The Paint

Puritan Gray, Benjamin Moore

How You Can Use It

“This ’60s love seat in our bedroom was on the sunporch of my mom’s house,” says homeowner Meegan Melgus. “It’s been reupholstered 10 times!" The current fabric, an abstract number by Kravet, pulls in the neutral tones in the space, like the gray trim and tan carpet.

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The Paint

Pigeon, Farrow & Ball

How You Can Use It

Paired with sleek herringbone backsplash tiles, white quartz counters and an absence of hardware, the earthy color of these Shaker-style cabinets is the star of this Brooklyn kitchen. Designer Danielle Fennoy nailed the serene feel her clients were after.

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The Paint

Historical Gray, Behr

How You Can Use It

“My dining room used to be painted white. I liked it, but something was missing. This gray with a hint of green gives it so much more personality.”

— Lauren Lane, @laurenlane, Nashville, TN

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The Paint

Softened Green, Sherwin-Williams

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How You Can Use It

“An airy green works nicely in a family room where the homeowners were up for something unexpected. The chair-rail molding is the same color, but with a glossier finish than the matte on the walls. It creates a cool effect when the light hits it just right.”

— Byron Risdon, Byron Risdon LLC, Washington, DC

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The Paint

Highland, Portola Paints

How You Can Use It

“This forest green envelops low-light rooms in a lovely way, so sitting down to dinner feels like being in the back of a cozy restaurant. I ordered it in a plaster-like finish for an even warmer look.”

— Ryann Swan, @ryannswan, Greenwich, CT

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The Paint

Kendall Charcoal, Benjamin Moore

How You Can Use It

“Tons of people are doing light gray bedrooms these days. I liked a deeper hue because my room is kind of large, and I knew a charcoal would rein it in. Unlike many other shades of gray, it has great depth and warmth.”

— Lindsey Black, @lindseyblackinteriors, Memphis, TN

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The Paint

Caviar, Sherwin-Williams

How You Can Use It

“People are often surprised at the variation among black paint colors. This one has gray undertones, so looking at it doesn’t feel like staring into deep space. It’s actually very warm.”

— O. Stephanie Beverly, @twelve15_designstudio, Cincinnati, OH

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The Paint

Iron Ore, Sherwin-Williams

How You Can Use It

To appeal to her youngest child's sense of adventure, homeowner and designer Reem Hassaballa did a faux-shiplap wall that has a camp-bunk feel, painted it black like a road and even hung a “No Speed Limit” sign. The primary colors of the Pendleton blanket pop against the dark wall.

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The Paint

Steel Wool + Black, Benjamin Moore

How You Can Use It

Supersized built-ins painted charcoal gray with black trim are as ornamental as they are functional. “I love that our art and books have room to breathe,” says homeowner Sapna Mehta. They also totally pop against this moody backdrop.

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The Paint

Cyberspace, Sherwin-Williams

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How You Can Use It

“Since I knew a dining room with windows on three walls and tall ceilings could handle a dark, dramatic color, I went all in. Alongside the touches of warm gold, it’s moody yet chic. Sitting in here is like being wrapped in a cocoon.”

— Kat Lawton, @katlawtoninteriors, Puyallup, WA

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The Paint

Temptation, Benjamin Moore

How You Can Use It

To give this wet bar a dramatic update, designer Carrie Miller of Lapis Ray Interior Design added smoky gray paint and two styles of hardware. The gray-and-cream wallpaper is by Ralph Lauren.

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The Paint

Caviar, Sherwin-Williams

How You Can Use It

Here's another endorsement of this true black shade! “To add drama without turning this client’s dining room into a cave, I used my go-to black paint — seriously, it’s all over my house — on the walls and painted the wainscoting bright white. Even though I used the darkest color possible, it feels light and airy.”

— Sallie Finney Kjos, GreyHunt Interiors, South Riding, VA

The Paint

Fresh Kicks and Blackest, Clare

How You Can Use It

“My son wanted an all-black room, from the walls to his bedding. Scary! We literally met in the middle and did black-and-white. I painted them on a diagonal for an energetic boost, and a decal of a tree with gray tones softens the contrast.”

— Natalie Myers, Veneer Designs, Los Angeles, CA

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The Paint

London Clay, Farrow & Ball

How You Can Use It

“After living with a light bedroom for a while, we were ready for a change to something rich and romantic. This deep brown jumped out to us. Although it’s technically a neutral, it leans a little purple. Our beige bed and blue linens balance out the darkness.”

— Chris and Julia Marcum, Chris Loves Julia blog, Raleigh, NC

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The Paints

Swiss Coffee and Balboa Mist, Benjamin Moore

How You Can Use It

Pairing off white and beige paints on the walls and cabinets gives this small kitchen an airy brightness. Plus, these neutral colors let the natural walnut backsplash stand out. “It’s unexpected and makes this utilitarian space feel special,” says designer Tyler Karu.

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The Paint

Ivory Lace, Sherwin-Williams

How You Can Use It

When Help! I Wrecked My House host Jasmine Roth renovated her own California cabin, she brought in plenty of natural materials to hone in on the cozy vibes. This bright and creamy white blends well with the stone veneer fireplace and the reclaimed wood mantel, while keeping the small space feeling light and airy.

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The Paint

Daybreak, Valspar

How You Can Use It

Vaulted ceilings and tons of windows make this room a sunny spot to wake up in. Beige paint on the walls plays off the sandy colored floors and makes the high ceiling seem even brighter.

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The Paint

Ultra White, Valspar

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How You Can Use It

“I tested a lot of shades in different lighting before settling on this true white. It doesn’t have any undertones, so it’s nice and crisp next to the inky-blue banquette, and the shiplap adds texture.”

— Ashley Mayes, Bigger Than the Three of Us, Springfield, MO

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The Paint

Decorator's White, Benjamin Moore

How You Can Use It

Sleek white walls and sheer linen drapes give this retreat the dreamy quality homeowner and designer Jaime Willey was after.

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The Paint

Spare White, Sherwin-Williams

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How You Can Use It

“My girls’ room used to be a soft pink, but as they’ve gotten older, they’ve fallen for different colors. A soft, creamy white for the walls and white bunk beds keep the focus on their evolving styles — and won’t be something we’ll have to paint over every year!”

— Anita Yokota, Anita Yokota Interior Design, Irvine, CA

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The Paint

Simply White, Benjamin Moore

How You Can Use It

When their children gather in another room to watch TV, homeowner and designer Reem Hassaballa and her husband, Hesham, retreat to this zen space. The classic limestone fireplace paired with built-in shelves and warm white walls make the room ultra cozy.

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The Paint

Repose Gray, Sherwin-Williams + Chantily Lace, Benjamin Moore

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How You Can Use It

“I wanted a light and fresh look for our kitchen that still fit our home’s historic roots. I added character to the new cabinets with a supersoft gray and went with my go-to white for the walls. It’s a cooler white, so it does a good job of balancing out the warm tones of the reclaimed wood.”

— Jackie Hempel, Finding Lovely, Wellesley, MA

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The Paint

Ultra Pure White, Behr

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How You Can Use It

“When my client asked me to paint her brown piano and bench, I went with the whitest white I knew for a timeless look. It took two coats of stain-blocking primer and three coats of paint! I finished by slightly distressing some of the carved wood details for vintage vibes.”

— Danielle Wrishko, Just Paint it! by Dani, Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada

The Paint

Pashmina, Benjamin Moore

How You Can Use It

Understated taupe walls and a classic leather bed by Cisco Home set a neutral scene in this main bedroom, making it easy to change up the vibe with fresh pillows and bedding.

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