The 60 Most Popular Living Room Paint Colors Right Now
Try one of these designer-approved shades, from warm neutrals to bright and moody.
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Finding the right living room paint color can feel overwhelming. Not only are there hundreds of options, but you have to consider undertones and your home's lighting conditions. Keep in mind: The same shade can look completely different from morning to night. The color of your walls has a big impact on the overall energy of your space — especially in the living room where the right hue can improve your mood and ability to relax.
To help you find a favorite, we tapped interior designers for beautiful living room designs that highlight an array of popular paint colors — whether you prefer a timeless hue or a trending paint color. Unless you plan on painting your living room every few years, you'll want to choose something versatile, but that doesn't mean you can't experiment with bold color.
Ranging from light to dark, designers are loving cheerful greens, fresh blues and moody purples — even in small spaces. Play it safer with a muted tone — think light blue, blush pink or soft sage that evoke feelings of calm. Of course, there's nothing wrong with sticking to classic warm hues, like sandy beige, creamy white and rich brown, or cool tones, like bright white and classic gray.
Deep Blue-Gray
This aged blue-gray feels moody, yet neutral in this chic space by Meredith Owen Interiors. The deep hue surrounds a marble fireplace, helping the gray and gold veining to stand out even more.
Try Farrow & Ball's Inchyra Blue
Photo by: Molly Culver
Rich Brown
Warm and cozy, shades of dark brown are trending this year. A red-toned brown on the walls and ceiling of this modern interior by Laura Williams of Living Oak Interior Design proves the color's power.
Photo by: Madeline Harper
Magenta Pink
A striking pinkish purple defines this two-story living room by Blessed Little Bungalow, who expertly weaves in white accents for contrast.
Try Benjamin Moore's Twilight Magenta
Photo by: Marc Mauldin
Peacock Blue
Go monochrome with a rich teal, painting the walls, molding and window trim. Here, Shannon Eddings Interiors proves the wall color pairs beautifully with a green velvet couch.
Photo by: Molly Culver
Charcoal Black
Moody black is a bold, yet functional, choice for living rooms — especially if you plan to watch a lot of TV during the day. Here, Old Soul Design Studio pairs this deep hue with a wallpapered ceiling and dark gray sofa.
Photo by: Brian Wetzel Photo
Olive Green
Paint built-in shelving a subtle shade — like this gorgeous green-meets-gray. Here, Cohesively Curated Interiors chooses to keep the paint the rest of the space a crisp white.
Try Sherwin-Williams' Evergreen Fog
Photo by: Carina Skrobecki Photo
Golden Beige
This golden hue exudes warmth and comfort. Take note from Shannon Eddings Interiors and extend the sandy shade onto the ceiling.
Photo by: Molly Culver
Mist Green
Opt for a bright neutral, like this gray-tinged green that thrives in a light-filled living room. To draw out the green undertones, Bambi A'Lynn Interior Design layers the room with patterns and shades of green.
Try Benjamin Moore's Mint Chocolate Chip
Photo by: Tobin Davies
Soft Blue-Gray
Nearly neutral, this soft blue looks fresh, clean and bright in a coastal living room by Collected Interiors. In certain light, the shade may lean gray, but blue accents (think throw pillows and an area rug) help draw out the color.
Photo by: Nicole Dianne
Teal Blue
In this striking living room, Jenna Wedemeyer of Schnabel Interiors paints the walls (including picture frame molding and the fireplace mantel) a vibrant shade of blue-green. Patterned wallpaper on the ceiling adds even more drama.
Photo by: Caroline Allison
Honey Yellow
Kelly, the blogger behind Studio DIY, is known for embracing color. In her Palm Springs living room, a warm honey paint color livens up the space — and she loves that the shade looks different throughout the day.
Mid Gray
About midway between black and white, this timeless shade feels calm and cozy. Designer Reena Sotropa paints the brick fireplace glossy black for much-needed contrast.
Try Farrow & Ball's Lamp Room Gray
Photo by: Phil Crozier
Deep Turquoise
Paint shiplap walls and built-ins a moody teal, leaving trim and molding a bright white for contrast. Here, Amy Straub Design brings in warm woods to balance the space.
Try Benjamin Moore's Mallard Green
Photo by: Aimee Herring Ryan
Bright White
Make your space feel bigger and brighter by coating every surface in a crisp, clean white — which is exactly what designer Christina Kim does in this modern beach house.
Photo by: Raquel Langworthy
Dark Teal
Amp up the drama by painting your walls, trim and built-in cabinetry a dark blue with green undertones. For another pop of personality, Lauren Shaver of Bless'er House applies botanical wallpaper on the ceiling.
Dusty Pink
Named after the blushing walls we often admire in newly plastered houses, Farrow & Ball's Setting Plaster is a soft pink with yellow undertones. "It's neutral but not, and works with pretty much any other color," says interior designer Colleen Simonds.
Photo by: Emily Gilbert
Pretty Peach
If you dare, orange may be for you. The trick to pulling it off in a living room: "Incorporate texture with a warm-toned sofa, and add a complementary contrasting throw blanket and pillow to soften the punchiness of the color," says designer Liz Goldberg.
Sage Green
From light to dark, sage green is reminiscent of nature — making it a calm, versatile shade for living rooms. Designer Michelle Woolley of One Coast Design plays with cool shades, including a soft blue sectional, to give this living room charm.
Try Magnolia Home's Silverado Sage
Photo by: Michelle Woolley
Classic Beige
Beige is a timeless color for good reason. It can make a living room, like this arrangement by Living With Lolo, feel as bright as possible. Plus, it pairs well with a slew of design styles.
Photo by: LifeCreated
Deep Black
Black walls feel bold, cozy and dramatic, yet are neutral enough to pair with any design style. Keep it modern with a black marble fireplace mantel and gold light fixtures, just as Maestri Studio does.
Photo by: Jenifer McNeil Baker
Monique Valeris is the home design director for Good Housekeeping, where she oversees the brand's home decorating coverage across print and digital. Prior to joining GH in 2020, she was the digital editor at Elle Decor. In her current role, she explores everything from design trends and home tours to lifestyle product recommendations, including writing her monthly column, "What's in My Cart."
Alyssa Gautieri (she/her) is the associate lifestyle editor for Good Housekeeping, where she covers all things home and interior design. Prior to joining GH in 2022, she wrote for publications including ELLE Decor, Chairish, BobVila.com, Unique Homes Magazine and LODGING Magazine, in addition to crafting product copy for home brands like BrylaneHome and VIGO Industries.
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