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30 Designer-Approved Colors That Go With Gray Perfectly
Haris KenjarEvery item on this page was hand-picked by a House Beautiful editor. We may earn commission on some of the items you choose to buy.A room color-drenched in gray has the rare ability to change in mood based on its undertones. It can lean warm with more red in its base or cool with more blue, so choosing the right gray can help a room strike the perfect balance between the two. The best grays also change with the light throughout the day, adding depth and visual interest to your design style. However, gray can be a tough color to loveit's considered dull, dystopian, and even boring. But we're here to showcase gray in its most gorgeous light by highlighting 30 designer-approved colors that go with gray.From the palest silver tones to almost-black charcoal, gray is beloved by interior designers for its chameleon-like versatility. Gray suits nearly every design style, from farmhouse to traditional and even cottagecore. So, naturally, the colors that go with gray are nearly endless. Pair it with a light, sage green for a soothing, spa-like interior or go bold with a russet orange for a dramatic room.When figuring out what goes with gray, think about the goals you have for your room. Whether you're looking to create a serene, double-drenched environment or highlight a piece of accent furniture, gray can be paired with virtually every hue. Ahead, we're highlighting 30 designer-approved colors that go with gray.Related stories for more paint inspiration:1Olive GreenNate SheetsThe trim in this breakfast room by Kobel + Co was painted a rich charcoal gray to add depth to this scenic mural. Olive green leather benches play off of gray's cool undertones, bringing depth to the family-friendly space. Tour the Entire Home2BlackHaris KenjarAt House Beautiful, we love a tonal color palette. And while a room consisting of only gray may feel dull and dystopian, incorporating a darker (and lighter) version of the same hue (such as the black walls and silvery sheets seen here) ensures the space feels fully fleshed out and intentional. Tour the Entire Home Advertisement - Continue Reading Below3Mauve PinkALI HARPERThis utility pantry, designed by Liz Bonesio, brightens up the all-gray palette by painting the cabinetry a cheery pink shade. The color not only brightens the space but also adds a feminine touch to this Nashville home.Tour the Entire Home4Brown TonesNate SheetsThe issue many people have with gray is that it's too cool-toned and a bit boring. However, when paired with various warm-toned browns, the neutral suddenly reads as cozy. This sitting room perfectly uses the hue to soften the different browns in this living room.Tour the Entire HomeAdvertisement - Continue Reading Below5Slate BlueAdam Kane MacchiaBecause the homeowners requested brick walls in their storage-filled kitchen, designer Sarah Robertson, principal of Studio Dearborn, opted for a moody hue on the cabinets to ground the space. The hue, technically a blue-toned black, gives off a slate-blue appearance when the sun hits it. Because both the gray brick and blue cabinetry are cool-toned, it gives the kitchen a cohesive and calming feel. Tour the Entire Home6Cobalt BlueCHRISTIAN HARDERFor a pop of color, pair a cooler-toned gray with a bold cobalt blue like this example from Delish's new test kitchen. Using it in small doses can help the hue not feel as overwhelming or too visually busy.Tour the Entire SpaceAdvertisement - Continue Reading Below7Terra CottaShade DeggesIn this Jeremiah Brentdesigned home, a cool, sage-like gray is warmed up thanks to terra-cotta velvet and natural wood accents. It adds just enough color to this office space without distracting from the tasks at hand. Tour the Entire Home8More GrayJenifer McNeil BakerMonochrome can be a great way to streamline a space and make it feel luxurious and restful. Vary the gray tones to add dimension and visual interest to the room. Tour the Entire HomeAdvertisement - Continue Reading Below9CreamKEVIN J. MIYAZAKIIn House Beautiful's 2023 Whole Home, this kitchen is grounded with a deep green-gray hue on the cabinetry. To lighten the space, the molding and surrounding walls were painted a bright, warm white. Tour the Entire Room10Hunter GreenKate StarkelChannel your inner English countryside by pairing your light gray walls with hunter green cabinetry and upholstery. Warmer woods and patterned tile tie the entire room together. We didnt want anything that felt modern here, designer Amanda Jacobs says.Tour the Entire HomeAdvertisement - Continue Reading Below11Mahogany BrownRustic White PhotographyGray can feel quite modern and futuristic, so in order to ground it in the present, pair the hue with deep mahogany wood antiques. This pantry, designed by Whittney Parkinson in House Beautiful's 2022 Whole Home, uses a textured gray wallpaper to further add depth.Tour the Entire Space12Light Green Francesco LagnesePhilip Smith was in search of a table when a friend of mines mother passed," he says, adding, "I adored her, and when my friend went through her things she said, theres a table here with your name on it! I was nearly in tears. The gray-blue patina looks beautiful next to the chrome chairs and green-gray wall paint. Tour the Entire HomeAdvertisement - Continue Reading Below13Black and GreigeBjorn WallanderLight griege, black accents, and brass fixtures create a beautiful, polished mood in this living room designed by Ray Attanasio. Tour the Entire Home14Marigold YellowFrank Frances StudioWe love the pops of jewel tones in this living room designed by Courtney McLeod. Bold shades of marigold and magenta are softened by the warm gray walls. Tour the Entire HomeAdvertisement - Continue Reading Below15Sapphire BluePaul RaesideThe gray, swirling clouds in Anne Hepfer's dining roompapered in a Cole & Son Fornasetti printfeel anything but bleak with the addition of punchy blues.Tour the Entire Home16Light PinkChristian HarderGold and coral tones warm up the charcoal sofa and light gray painted walls in this living room designed by Alison Victoria. Tour the Entire HomeAdvertisement - Continue Reading Below17Orchid PurplePatrick ClineWith its vibrant purple rug and charcoal gray cabinets, this Nicole Fuller-designed office makes work feel like play. 18Fern GreenKARYN R. MILLETVerdant, leafy green trelliswork makes this pale gray office designed by Joe Lucas feel like an enchanted garden.Tour the Entire HomeAdvertisement - Continue Reading Below19Hot Pink and OrangeBjorn WallanderA dose of muted pewter grounds the bold pink and orange textiles in Molster's bedroom. Tour the Entire Home20Sky BluePaul RaesidePale-blue bedding and silk-wrapped walls make this bedroom designed by Michael Maher an utterly serene escape.Tour the Entire Home
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