Often overlooked in interior decor, the color brown isnt a color that’s known to steal the spotlight.

But is it boring?

Brown evokes the color of earth and is incredibly deep and relaxing.

Light brown painted bedroom dressed with blue and white linens

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Brown is typically considered a warm color, but can also appear cool depending on the undertone.

A greenundertone(the dominating tone when colors are blended) makes it appear cooler.

Red and yellow undertones, on the other hand, will make the brown lean warmer.

Farrow & Ball Buff paint swatch

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Consider the following inspiring shades of brown paint to add some warmth to your home.

Farrow & Ball Buff No.

It plays well with just about any other color and complements pretty much every decorating style.

Magnolia Elemental color swatch

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This hue, which will play off of other warm tints, looks regal without feeling pretentious.

Farrow & Ball No.

Farrow & Ball Tanner’s Brown No.

Farrow & Ball’s Tanners' Brown paint swatch

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255 is a wonderful color to create a cozy feel that screams elegance and comfort.

Pair it with other rich colors or pops of bright neutrals for the most oomph.

This color has a bit of a yellow undertone and feels stately without feeling pompous.

Benjamin Moore Grant Beige paint swatch

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It’s also a good color if you want to curate a stylishfarmhouse feelin your kitchen.

It also looks great on an accent wall behind a river rock fireplace.

Tip

Invest in high-qualityroller coversand brushes to avoid getting fuzz and lint on the walls when painting.

Sherwin-Williams Ligonier Tan paint swatch

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Low-quality brushes also fire off the risk of leaving unsightly brush marks.

This earthy brown has hints of clay and red, not to mention it looks sophisticated and stately.

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Glidden Khaki Green paint swatch

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It is also a shade of brown that is perfect for a historic homemuted and rich.

This color would look so warm and inviting in the afternoon sun.

The color is a true timeless classic.

Clare Shade paint swatch

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Brown wall paint is neutral and goes with a variety of colors.

Gray and brown can go together if you match the undertones.

Depending on the shade you choose, brown paint would work in any room.

Benjamin Moore Charlton Brown paint swatch

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SW0045 Antiquarian Brown

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Benjamin Moore Palmetto Pink

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Valspar 3003-10C Cream in My Coffee

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Benjamin Moore Caponata

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