'The rule of thumb being match cool greys with other "chill" colours such as blue, pale greens and cool white. And match darker grey tones with warm tones such as burnt orange, mustard, and teal.' We asked interior stylists and design experts to share their tips on the best colours that go with grey.
Pair it with white, pink, or soft blue, and it inspires a calming essence. Team it up with vibrant reds and yellows, and you'll instantly feel its energizing effects. Regardless of what you do with gray, you can count on the fact that it will fit in with just about any decorative style or space.
True to its "neutral" title, gray really goes with almost every other color.
You wouldn't think that gray would mix well with gold, but on the contrary, gray provides a soft backdrop for gold accents. Gold hardware is a great way to instill classic style to the contemporary finishes of a space.
Think classic white, a rich dark navy, other shades of grey or muted green tones. Colours with a cool undertone (blues and other greys) will complement grey well while colours with warm undertones (terracotta or burgundys) will contrast the shade and bring a touch of warmth into the space..
Choosing a color palette to complement charcoal gray is simple: keep with other cool tones and go with blues, purples, whites, and some greens. Or, you could also contrast the cool gray hues with warm colors, such as pink, yellow, or orange.
Grey, especially dark grey, is a great shade to anchor bold colours such as yellow, orange, red, teal and bright pink as it really makes them stand out. Adding a brightly coloured accent chair, curtains, cushions or lamp will turn your living room into an inviting and sensational space.
Greens and greys combined create a refreshing colour palette of versatile hues, and can be complemented by a range of other colours when it comes to styling.
Why Agreeable Gray from Sherwin Williams goes with everything! It's the perfect greige blend that perfectly balances gray and beige for a soft warm gray.
Cream & Light Grey
You can afford to feature grey a bit more heavily too as it doesn't need to work as just an accent colour. Cream is considered a warm neutral, and as grey is a cooler colour, this is why the two balance each other well.
Yes, whether you're theming the whole room in a grey and beige combo or are just looking for a couple of areas to add in a grey accent to break up the beige, grey blinds with beige walls or vice versa produces a warm, cohesive, and smart but not overly formal look.
Jewel tones, like a deep purple, ruby, or a striking royal blue work extremely well with grey. Because light grey alone can look a little drab, pairing it with a more intense color will add balance to your outfit and keep it interesting.
Choose Colors that Go with a Gray Sofa
Pair a warm, taupe-like gray with colors like mustard yellow, blush pink, coral, or gold. For a cooler shade of gray that leans more blue, look to hues such as teal, navy blue, mint, or hunter green.
Warm accent colors, such as red, orange, and yellow, help to offset the chill of gray, adding some balance to the visual temperature of the room.
'Use warm-toned colors such as blush pink, mustard yellow, maroon, or caramel to add some warmth and contrast to the cool gray.
Neutrals – If you want to create a soothing vibe, try combining gray with a neutral color palette of white and off-white shades, beiges, tans, blacks, and browns. These are colors that go well with gray of all shades, both lighter shades and darker shades.
Grey sofas go with neutral carpets
For an understated and versatile living room design, we suggest pairing your grey sofa with a beige carpet. Neutral beige, cream and off-white tones will match the tone of your grey sofa perfectly and creates the perfect base for a versatile room.
Sage green and soft grey
These neutral tones work together so well. In fact, sage green paint often has grey undertones. Our Greenstone™ No. 190 paint is actually a grey-green shade so it would look great alongside grey in a colour scheme.
For example, a dark charcoal grey creates a more profound contrast with light-coloured curtains (white, cream, or even taupe pink) and warm-coloured cushions, such as blush pink, mustard yellow or burnt orange. However, more neutral greys go well with cooler colours, such as blue hues, mint green or lavender.