Greige can be lighter or darker in hue depending on the exact variation of the color one selects.
Keep reading to determine whichgreige coloris best for your home.
Why Choose Greige Paint?
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The hue pairs nicely with the bright blue accent wall above the desk, too.
“It offers the perfect backdrop to pretty much any color combination,” Runsewe says.
Sherwin Williams Accessible Beige
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Many people enjoydesigning with beige.
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Accessible Beige (7036) is a beige hue with undertones of gray.
It brightens up any space without being overpowering.
Barrie Spang ofSapphire Pearis drawn to the shade in her work.
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She says her favorite places for this color include hallways, open staircases, and double height foyers.
Behrs VP of color and creative services, Erika Woelfel, associates with ease and comfort.
Christine Vroom ofChristine Vroom Interiorsloves to use the light taupe that is Agreeable Gray on cabinetry.
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Its been my go-to greige, and my clients are loving it!"
ArchitectJohn Mochelleis partial to this color.
The shade pairs perfectly with other neutrals, especially bright whites.
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It also works with vibrant shades of green," Mochelle says.
Valspar Cadet Gray 4001-2A
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Cadet Gray (4001-2A) is a darker shade of greige.
It creates an ideal backdrop for cool toned furnishings.
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Are you looking to build a little depth to a room?
Then pair the color with a bright white ceiling or crown molding.
The neutral hue feels crisp, bright, and inviting thanks to a subtle hint of gray.
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Thebeige toneskeep things from looking drab or feeling stark or cold, which can happen with cool paint colors.
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Rustic accents can strengthen a neutral color scheme.
Paired with similar colors, it works just as beautifully.
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Sherwin Williams Repose Gray
Repose Gray (7015) is a warm paint color with cool undertones.
Benjamin Moore Pale Oak
Pale Oak (OC-20) is a beautiful organic taupe with gray undertones.
Ashley Macuga ofCollected Interiorssays that when it comes to greiges, this is her most frequently used paint color.
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Better yet, it pairs well with a number of other colors, Macuga adds.
For example, some greiges lean more earthy and warm, while others are softer and tranquil.
Greige is still a popular hue and many designers incorporate it into their projects quite frequently.
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Greige pairs well with many hues, and it looks especially nice alongside bold accent colors.
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