Even if you haven’t read the books or are planning to see the movie 50 Shades of Grey this weekend, there are plenty of grey shades out there to pique your interest! In honor of the movie’s release, I’ve gone out and painted my nails today in an intriguing shade of grey…If you’ve ever lived with a grey before, you know it makes rooms feel very chic and glamorous. Grey is a color that adds instant polish and even an air of mystery to a space. They aren’t really demanding, but they do command attention. They set any tone you like from light and spacious to smoky and mysterious. I like tone on tone greys because it is easy to mix in other colors and change the mood of the room.
Grey ranges in value from cool to warm shades. Steel grey may be considered on the cool side, while mushroom can feel warmer. Layering warm and cool greys gives bedding a sophisticated and masculine look.
Light to dark variations of grey works well too. Be sure to keep it interesting by using mix and match textures in a room that predominantly uses grey.
And here they are: Behr’s complete range of popular greys! They vary in subtlety from warm to cool and light to dark. Some even carry nuances of other colors like green, blue or even violet – but all are fascinating and unqiue!
Is there such thing as a “true grey” that perfect balance between warm and cool? We like to think it is Classic Silver PPU18-1.
Colorfully yours,
Erika
Hello,
Thank you for your helpful information. We are remodeling a bathroom. We are looking for a light grey for the vanity/trim and a slightly darker grey for the walls. The countertop will be black leather granite.
What colors would you recommend for the vanity and walls?
Thanks
I have Behr Corn Stalk for my kitchen (open concept) What color would be a great accent for fireplace wall? Bricks are charcoal and subtle hints of red-brown with deep walnut mantle.
Hi Julieta,
A warm neutral will look nice with the yellow and charcoal hues. Try Dainty Lace, Khaki Shade, or Rococo Beige.
Colorfully yours, Larayne