Colour experts at major paint manufacturers create palettes that help make it easier for you to choose. They’re also involved in naming each colour, which is serious business because the name can influence shoppers’ picks. Most of this work happens quietly, behind the scenes. But there’s one task that puts colour experts in the limelight: predicting the paint colour that will be the hit of the year.
Seven trending colours and ideas for using them in your home:
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* Described as: A stylish gray with cool undertones.
* Why it’s hot: This neutral creates a soothing and contemplative state of mind.
* Where to use it: On bathroom & living room walls, with warm colours balancing its coolness. Use this colour to add a soothing touch to a sleek kitchen; for a look that’s dreamy and sophisticated, try this soft gray in a bedroom.
* Recommended sheen: Traditionally, a flat finish is used on the ceiling, eggshell on walls, and semi-gloss on trim, but high-gloss and matte finishes can be used almost anywhere for a more stylized look.
* Where to buy: Select paint and hardware stores
2. Stainless Steel 37B-4(Clark+Kensington)
* Described as: A fresh colour, similar to periwinkle, that can brighten a space.
* Why it’s hot: “It can be paired with neutral oranges or charcoals that bring a sense of creativity to a room
* Where to use it: In a living room or bedroom, as an accent.
* Recommended sheen: Satin or eggshell. What's the difference? Satin is slightly shinier. Both are easier to clean than flat and matte paints. Take time prepping your walls to get them as smooth as possible—these sheen's tend to accentuate surface imperfections.
* Where to buy: Ace Hardware.
* Recommended sheen: Traditionally, a flat finish is used on the ceiling, eggshell on walls, and semi-gloss on trim, but high-gloss and matte finishes can be used almost anywhere for a more stylized look.
* Where to buy: Select paint and hardware stores
2. Stainless Steel 37B-4(Clark+Kensington)
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| Vancouver Realtor-Carmen Leal |
* Described as: A fresh colour, similar to periwinkle, that can brighten a space.
* Why it’s hot: “It can be paired with neutral oranges or charcoals that bring a sense of creativity to a room
* Where to use it: In a living room or bedroom, as an accent.
* Recommended sheen: Satin or eggshell. What's the difference? Satin is slightly shinier. Both are easier to clean than flat and matte paints. Take time prepping your walls to get them as smooth as possible—these sheen's tend to accentuate surface imperfections.
* Where to buy: Ace Hardware.
3. Reflecting Pool HGSW2324 (HGTV Home by Sherwin-Williams)
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* Described as: Soft and calming when combined with natural hues, but energizing and fun when used with vivid and bold colours.
* Where to use it: Try it in any room; it’s versatile.
* Recommended sheen: For a soft look, use a flat sheen.
* Where to buy: Lowe’s
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| Vancouver Realtor-Carmen Leal |
* Described as: Warmer than denim, but softer than navy
* Why it’s hot: People naturally gravitate toward blue, and this shade is mid-range and commands attention but isn’t overwhelming.* Where to use it: In the kitchen/bedroom/bathroom for an accent wall - blue has a calming effect. Another option? Paint a door, coffee table or bench this colour to reimagine a space in a less dramatic way.
* Recommended sheen: A matte or eggshell sheen in a bedroom or living space makes this colour feel softer and more subdued. In semi-gloss, it adds a lustrous pop of colour to cabinets or even a front door.
* Where to buy: Home Depot
5. Night Watch PPG1145-7 (PPG Diamond)
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* Described as: A classic shade of green. It resembles the deep green hue found in forests
* Why it’s hot: It reflects our craving for a connection with nature.
* Where to use it: In a dining area or on an accent wall in a bedroom. Because it conjures nature, this green is helpful in areas that don’t have views of the outdoors.
* Recommended sheen: Satin or semi-gloss adds an element of luxury, especially in a powder room. Flat and eggshell, however, allow the colour to act more as a neutral, while furniture and other elements in the room stand out.
* Where to buy: Home Depot
* Described as: A zesty orange, according to the manufacturer.
* Why it’s hot: Experimenting with this colour is easy.
* Where to use it: Your home office or an extra bedroom. Play with contrasting hues, such as a minty green, pale yellow, and neutral gray for an interesting whole-room palette.
* Recommended sheen: When using intense colours, choose a low sheen to balance the visual stimulation.
* Where to buy: Lowe’s (Valspar Signature) and Ace Hardware (Valspar Optimus)
7. Cavern Clay SW7701(Sherwin-Williams)
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* Described as: A warm terra-cotta that brings the outdoors in—think canyons and deserts.
* Why it’s hot: It represents the growing popularity of the desert-modern style, which is where mid-century modern meets the American Southwest.
* Where to use it: A kitchen, a dining area, or a room to relax in, as shown above. This hue pairs well with bright tiles, warm stone, and greenery.
* Recommended sheen: Flat, typically, to hide surface imperfections on walls.
* Where to buy: Sherwin-Williams stores
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