50 Best Paint Colors for Your Living Room Walls
From warm neutrals and cool grays to moody shades of green, blue and purple.
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No matter the room, picking a paint color is never easy. First you have to choose a color family, then decide on a specific shade and finish — and there are hundreds of options on the market. When it comes to modern living room design, the color of your walls has a big impact and can completely change the energy of your space. To help you find a favorite, we've rounded up the best living room paint ideas for every home style in 2024.
When in doubt, stick with versatile shades. You can't go wrong with warm hues, like sandy beige, creamy white and chocolate brown, or cool tones, like bright white and classic gray. There's also muted colors, like light blue-gray, blush pink or soft sage, that evoke feelings of calm. While living room designs are meant to feel cozy and inviting, that doesn't mean neutral is the only option. Ranging from light to dark, we're loving cheerful greens, fresh blues and moody purples. As for more vibrant options, brighten your space with sunny yellow, hot pink or tropical teal.
As you scroll through these living room paint colors, you'll find a selection of trending hues — including links to popular shades from top brands like Behr, Sherwin-Williams and Benjamin Moore. Whether you've got a small apartment living room or a spacious open-concept layout, you're sure to find an interior paint color that sparks your interest.
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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