03/17/2026
Spring 2026 is right around the corner. Does your home need a paint freshening up? Check out the top color picks that major brands have announced for their color of the Year. Expert trend forecasts, moving away from cool grays downward "warmth and personality."
1. The "Future Neutral" Palette
This palette is for clients who want a sophisticated, "blank canvas" feel that isn't boring. It’s grounded in warm whites and taupes.
Main Color: Cloud Dancer (Pantone 2026 COTY) – A soft, airy, and ethereal white.
Anchor: Universal Khaki (Sherwin-Williams 2026 COTY) –
A tailored, timeless neutral that adds immediate warmth.
Accent: Epernay (C2 Paint) – A luminous warm white inspired by the French Champagne region.
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2. The "Restorative Nature" Palette
Greens and teals are the dominant "renewal" colors for 2026, replacing the cooler blues of the past.
Deep Base: Hidden Gem (Behr 2026 COTY) – A moody, smokey teal that feels like a "cocoon".
Soft Sage: Warm Eucalyptus (Valspar 2026 COTY) – A vintage-inspired, grounded green that promotes calm.
Botanical Hit: Midnight Garden (Dunn-Edwards) – A fresh, organic green that pairs beautifully with natural wood.
3. The "Sunbaked & Earthy" Palette
Replacing the "millennial pink," these colors bring a grounded, desert-inspired energy to interiors.
Rich Earth: Warm Mahogany (Glidden/PPG) – A comforting reddish-brown that provides "visual weight".
Clay Tone: Terra Rosa – A warm, earthy rose that feels both elegant and approachable.
Pop of Joy: Persimmon – An energetic blend of orange and red for accent pieces or front doors.
4. The "Quiet Luxury" Palette
For high-end or moody spaces, 2026 favors deep, "inkier" tones over flat blacks.
Dark Neutral: Silhouette (Benjamin Moore 2026 COTY) – An ultra-sophisticated, dark charcoal-brown with a hint of gray.
Jewel Tone: Night Groove (Clare) – A lush, deep aubergine (plum) that adds instant drama.
Moody Green: Current Mood (Clare) – A rich, mysterious green that shifts beautifully in different light.
Check out these colors below, online or in store. Let us know what you think about these colors?
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