This post is all about the best neutral paint colors!
Finding the right neutral paint color can be a game-changer for your home. Neutrals create a backdrop that complements any decor style, making them a popular choice for walls. From the bright, clean look of whites to the warm, inviting feel of beiges, these shades can set the tone for your entire foundation that allows you to layer in color through furniture, artwork, and accessories, giving you the freedom to change your decor without needing to repaint.
Find some of the best neutral shades from Benjamin Moore, Sherwin Williams, and Farrow & Ball. Each brand offers a unique selection that caters to different tastes and lighting conditions. Whether you’re looking for a soft gray that adds sophistication or a deeper neutral to create a cozy atmosphere there is an option for whatever you’re looking for.
Best Neutral Paint Colors
1. Best Neutral Paint Colors – White, Beige, Gray & Griege
Simply White By Benjamin Moore
A gorgeous white with a hint of warmth, Simply White by Benjamin Moore is a beautiful neutral color to add to your home! Its subtle yellow undertone keeps the color from looking too stark, although certain lighting can pull a lot of yellow (it’s always a good idea to test the color in the room where you want to paint). It has an LRV of 89.52 making it a very light color that will reflect an abundance of light.
Photo Example Of Simply White by Benjamin Moore: (Wall Color)
Swiss Coffee By Benjamin Moore
A beautiful off-white paint color, Swiss Coffee by Benjamin Moore can make your space feel relaxed and cozy! The LRV of Swiss Coffee is 81.91 making it a light color that will brighten your space, but with added softness and warmth.
Photo Example of Swiss Coffee by Benjamin Moore: (Wall and Ceiling color)
Strong White By Farrow & Ball
Not the biggest fan of warm whites? Try Strong White by Farrow & Ball! This cool-toned neutral white has a slight gray undertone that makes it soft and inviting without any hints of yellow.
*(Farrow & Ball do not offer light reflective values for their paint colors)
Photo Example of Strong White by Farrow & Ball: (Wall Color)
White Dove By Benjamin Moore
White Dove by Benjamin Moore is a versatile white with a slight softness to it. With its subtle yellow undertone, the color gives off a milky white look. The LRV of White Dove is 83.16 which is somewhat darker than other shades of white, but it is still a light and bright color.
Photo Example of White Dove: ( Walls And Cabinets)
Decorator’s White By Benjamin Moore
A white with a hint of gray Decorator’s White by Benjamin Moore is a cool-toned color that will make your space look bright and fresh. The LRV is only 82.68 so it is a softer white and in comparison to a cool-toned white with a higher LRV, the color will look slightly gray.
Photo Example of Decorator’s White by Benjamin Moore: (Cabinet Color)
Creamy By Sherwin Williams
Just like its name Creamy by Sherwin Williams is a beautiful cream color perfect for warming up your house! It has an LRV of 81 making it a light and airy color that will brighten up your space.
Photo Example of Creamy by Sherwin Williams: (Walls And Cabinetry)
Edgecomb Gray By Benjamin Moore
A beautiful neutral Edgecomb Gray by Benjamin Moore stuns in any room! The color can lean more gray or beige depending on lighting, but overall it’s a balanced neutral with minimal undertones. The LRV of Edgecomb Gray is 63.09 which places it in the “light” color category.
Photo Example of Edgecomb Gray by Benjamin Moore: (Walls)
Agreeable Gray By Sherwin Williams
A mix of gray and beige Agreeable Gray by Sherwin Williams is a stunning greige color that is the best of both worlds. A beautiful accent to white walls the shade works great as a non-traditional trim and door color. Sitting at an LRV of 60 it is considered a “light” paint color.
Photo Example of Agreeable Gray by Sherwin Williams: (Trim And Doors)
Revere Pewter By Benjamin Moore
A best-selling color and one of the most popular greiges, Revere Pewter by Benjamin Moore is loved for a reason. A stunning mix of gray and beige it leans more to the gray side with some added warmth. The LRV is 55.05 which makes it a “light-medium” shade of paint, that works well in most spaces.
Photo Example of Revere Pewter by Benjamin Moore: (Walls and Cabinets)
Skimming Stone By Farrow & Ball
In my personal opinion Farrow & Ball has some of the most stunning paint shades and Skimming Stone is no exception! A warm color with light gray undertones, Skimming Stone is a versatile shade that will work in any room of your home!
*(Farrow & Ball do not offer light reflective values for their paint colors)
Photo Example of Skimming Stone by Farrow & Ball: (Walls)
Anew Gray By Sherwin Williams
A warm mellow shade Anew Gray by Sherwin Williams is a greige with a side of taupe. The stone color soothes and relaxes you making it a great addition to a bedroom or living room. The LRV is 47 which places it in the “light-medium” shade range, making it an adaptable color to use in any room of your home.
Photo Example of Anew Gray By Sherwin Williams: (Walls)
Repose Gray By Sherwin Williams
Repose Gray by Sherwin Williams is a beautiful neutral shade that plays well with lots of other colors. If you are looking for a light gray with a hint of warmth it’s an excellent choice! It has an LRV of 58 making it a “light” color that will reflect light and keep your room bright and airy.
Photo Example of Repose Gray by Sherwin Williams: (Cabinets)
Ammonite By Farrow & Ball
Sitting comfortably between a warm and cool shade Ammonite by Farrow & Ball is the perfect mix of both. A timeless color that will fare well throughout the years, this gray is a great neutral choice for your home.
*(Farrow & Ball do not offer light reflective values for their paint colors)
Photo Example Ammonite by Farrow & Ball: (Walls)
2. Best Neutral Paint Colors – Medium & Dark Neutrals
Fieldstone By Benjamin Moore
Want a neutral that’s not just white, beige, or gray? Try Fieldstone by Benjamin Moore which mixes gray with green. The beautiful subtle green gives the paint color some life while being soft enough to flow well with other colors (like neutrals do). The LRV of Fieldstone is 42.73, making it a “light-medium” shade.
Photo Example of Fieldstone by Benjamin Moore: (Cabinets)
Rainy Afternoon By Benjamin Moore
Love the mix of gray and green, but want something slightly more dramatic? Rainy Afternoon by Benjamin Moore is a darker combination that can look more “gray” or “green” depending on the surrounding colors and lighting. The LRV sits at 15.2, making it a medium-dark paint color that can relax you like a rainy afternoon!
Photo Example of Rainy Afternoon by Benjamin Moore: (Cabinets)
Oil Cloth By Benjamin Moore
Oil Cloth by Benjamin Moore can make any room look sophisticated! Every time I see this paint color I am stunned by how beautiful it can make a room look. The LRV is 35.31 making it a perfect medium shade of paint that can work well in just about any space!
Photo Example of Oil Cloth by Benjamin Moore: (Cabinets)
Iron Ore By Sherwin Williams
Verging the lines of black and gray, Iron Ore by Sherwin Williams can add some drama to any space! With an LRV of only 6, it’s considered a dark paint color that should be used sparingly throughout a room. Spaces with lots of natural light fare well with Iron Ore as an accent wall or used for accents such as doors etc.
Photo Example of Iron Ore by Sherwin Williams: (Wall)
Intrigue By Benjamin Moore
Green-grays are all over this list, but hey green is making its comeback, and the subtle beauty of combining the two makes them the perfect neutrals. Intrigue by Benjamin Moore is no exception with its stunning mix of color sitting at an LRV of 24.43 making it a beautiful medium shade.
Photo Example of Intrigue by Benjamin Moore: (Walls)
Peppercorn By Sherwin Williams
Peppercorn by Benjamin Moore is a deep gray that can make a beautiful dark neutral. It is lighter than Iron Ore, but not by much. The LRV is 10, making it a dark color, but it can appear much lighter and more gray in rooms with lots of light while looking closer to black in darker rooms.
Photo Example of Peppercorn by Benjamin Moore: (Wall)
Morning Fog By Sherwin Williams
Morning Fog by Sherwin Williams is a cool-toned neutral that is soft and calming perfect to use in a bedroom or nursery. The grayish-blue color has an LRV of 42 making it a light-medium color that would work in all kinds of lighting.
Photo Example of Morning Fog by Sherwin Williams: (Walls & Shelving)
Hale Navy By Benjamin Moore
A stunning shade of navy and a beautiful neutral color Hale Navy by Benjamin Moore is an excellent choice for your home! With minimal undertones, this color plays well with other colors and is striking against a bright or soft white. The LRV of Hale Navy is 8.36 making it a dark shade that adds depth to your space.
Photo Example of Hale Navy by Benjamin Moore: (Walls)
Urbane Bronze By Sherwin Williams
Urbane Bronze by Sherwin Williams is a unicorn of color. It’s brownish-gray with a beautiful warmth that can be felt just by looking at it. If you want a cozy feeling interior this paint color should be your go-to! The LRV sits at 8 making it a dark color that works wonderfully for accents, cabinets, and walls. Entire rooms painted in this color need to account for its darkness and ensure sufficient lighting.
Photo Example of Urbane Bronze by Sherwin Williams: (Wall)
Mohegan Sage By Benjamin Moore
Last on the list is Mohegan Sage by Benjamin Moore. Another stunning grayish-green color but considerably darker than the other shades, with an LRV of only 12.37 making it a medium-dark paint color. It has an earthy feel with a softness that comes from the undertone of gray. A beautiful choice for cabinets or an office this color will give your space an air of sophistication.
