Cool Paint Shade Ideas We Love: Blue, Green, Purple and More

Wow! What color is that? HGTV Magazine is here with some tips on how to use cool paint colors around your house.

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Yellowcake, Farrow & Ball

How You Can Use It

“I’m an artist, and I often use neon colors. I had this one left over from a painting, and when my kids were home from school during the pandemic, I used the color all over this computer nook. It was a no-brainer: You can’t help but smile when you see it!”

— Hanna Buck, @hannabuck, Colchester, England

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Soothing Green Tea, Glidden

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How You Can Use It

“Doors are such a great way to bring a splash of color into a room — small risk, big reward! I picked a light avocado green for my entry that’s in step with my midcentury ranch. It’s a good balance of eye-catching yet subdued.”

—Alicia Drown, @studiorancho, Denver, CO

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Grape Green, Benjamin Moore

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How You Can Use It

“Although this living room has a few windows, the light wasn’t enough to make the long, narrow space feel happy. Luckily, my husband and I aren’t afraid of color! Paired with bright white trim, acid green feels amazingly energetic. Visitors have always been surprised by the choice — in a good way.”

—Raina Kattelson, Raina Kattelson Stylist, Red Hook, NY

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Granny Smith, Benjamin Moore

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How You Can Use It

“For the crafting room of a color-happy family, painting the cabinets and the shelves was a no-brainer. This green apple shade is playful and not overwhelming next to the patterned floor. Who wouldn’t have fun here?!”

—Deboni Sacre, Liv Design Collective, Highland, UT

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Offbeat Green, Sherwin-Williams

How You Can Use It

“Here’s a green that captures attention. It brings vibrancy to these shelves, and I like how it can look more chartreuse or more lime depending on the time of day.”

— Amy Hadley, @heynowinteriors, Austin, TX

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Central Park, Benjamin Moore

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How You Can Use It

“Painting the ceiling of my son’s room calls out the little curve at the top of the walls, which is one of our condo’s many charming prewar features. This green seemed just right for a nursery: not too in-your-face, but not babyish, either.”

—Kiera Kushlan, Residents Understood, Washington, DC

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Avocado Toast, Clare

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How You Can Use It

“The dining room in this early 1900s Colonial deserved a younger vibe. Grass green livened it right up. The homeowners were all in, but to someone on the fence, I’d say go for it — it’s just paint!”

—Beth Bourque, Beth Bourque Design Studio, Milton, MA

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Buckingham Gardens, Benjamin Moore

How You Can Use It

“A vivid color gives this entry its own voice, making it more than just a pass-through area. This is a true grass shade that helps bring the outside in, especially when you see the tree in the window!”

— MA Allen, @maalleninteriors, Raleigh, NC

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Green Onyx, Sherwin-Williams

How You Can Use It

“For my clients’ 1920s home, I had in mind a color that felt historic and modern. This green delivers! Popular in that era, it looks like copper patina, yet next to the dark hood and brass accents, it’s fresh and spring-y.”

—Micaela Quinton, @copperskydesignremodel, Atlanta, GA

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Dill, Sherwin-Williams

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How You Can Use It

“Green on the lower cabinets livens up an otherwise all-white kitchen. The color is just right: Its hint of yellow is warm and bright, and it’s a great complement to the yellow-leaning oak floors.”

—Murray Legge, Murray Legge Architecture, Austin, TX (Photography: Whit Preston)

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Bunker Hill Green, Benjamin Moore

How You Can Use It

“This is like a turned-up version of the color of pine trees — perfect for a lake house bedroom with a vintage camp theme. The yellow in it makes it feel warmer than other greens.”

— Rebecca Plumb, Studio Plumb, Sacramento, CA

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Vine Leaf, Behr

How You Can Use It

“It was once a dingy secondhand white dresser, and I restored it for my husband. I chose hunter green — a favorite of his — and applied three coats over a weekend, removing the wood knobs to keep them natural, like the top. Once we moved the piece into our bedroom, I did a vintage gallery wall to complete the eclectic feel.”

—Katie Varela, @our.home.on.a.hill, Lake Forest, CA

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Basil, Sherwin-Williams

How You Can Use It

“I wanted to give this hallway study space a timeless feel, and this shade of green, with gray undertones, was just the right paint for the job. I replaced part of the wall with a wood partition that lets in light but still creates a sense of privacy during homework time.”

— Lisa Rossman, @ll.design.co, Huntington Beach, CA

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Moss Point Green, PPG Paints

How You Can Use It

“After putting up green-and-white wallpaper on three of this bedroom’s walls, I decided to do something different with the wall behind the bed so the gridded paneling wouldn’t get lost. This clover color makes it pop. And it’s so fresh, like spring on a wall!”

—Julie Howard, Timber Trails Development Company, Western Springs, IL

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Olive Rush, Valspar

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How You Can Use It

“All the trees outside this lakeside home inspired me to choose a leafy color for the kitchen cabinets that paired beautifully with a sky blue oven and hood. The look is a breath of fresh air!”

—Kristina Crestin, Kristina Crestin Design, Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA

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Royal Orchard, Behr

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How You Can Use It

“There’s something dramatic about a bookcase that’s painted the same color as the walls. You get a space with the elegant feel of a library. This green isn’t at all overbearing — it’s bright and invigorating in the morning, and cozy and intimate at night.”

—Taylor Clouse, Love County Design, Austin, TX

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Tate Olive, Benjamin Moore

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How You Can Use It

“Here’s a way to make a room look cozy and classic: Paint the walls, trim, built-ins and baseboards the same color. I went with a sophisticated leafy green in this family’s den. For contrast, the wall finish is flat and the built-in is satin.”

—Max Humphrey, Max Humphrey Interior Design, Portland, OR

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Fig Tree, Behr

How You Can Use It

“I call this green a bold neutral because, like most shades found in nature, it has presence but doesn’t overpower a room. The warm undertones make our dining room feel cozy and inviting.”

— Lauren Comer, @pinchplateparty, Smyrna, GA

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Secret Garden, Sherwin-Williams

How You Can Use It

“I can’t have as many plants in our family room as I’d like because our curious toddler loves to dig in the dirt. Instead I painted the entire fireplace earthy green. An angled brush let me get into the bricks’ nooks and crannies.”

—Cassie Bustamante, homeowner, Greensboro, NC

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Courtyard Green, Benjamin Moore

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How You Can Use It

“A great green was my mission, per the 10-year-old boy whose room this is. Although putting that on all the walls would have been too much of a good thing, it’s just right on the built-in bed and shelves.”

—Julie Howard, Timber Trails Development Company, Western Springs, IL

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Envy, Sherwin-Williams

How You Can Use It

“Painting this secondhand cabinet brought out its cool bamboo, wicker and brass details. The color was inspired by the homeowner’s lush yard — it reminds me of a four-leaf clover.”

— Austin Black, @styled.byaustin, Denver, CO

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Funky Frog, PPG Paints

How You Can Use It

“I fell in love with the luscious color of these glass tiles and then found this paint to match. I used it on the walls, door and ceiling so you’d feel like you’re in a garden surrounded by plants, perfect for a bathroom.”

— E.B. Min, Min Design, San Francisco, CA

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Lounge Green, Sherwin-Williams

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How You Can Use It

“Since this bathroom doesn’t have windows, we chose a color that would lighten things up, inspired by the home’s vibrant lawn. It looked so great on the vanity, the homeowner wanted to give the medicine cabinet a matching door.”

—Aly Glavin and Dara Barber, The Daraly, Charlotte, NC

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Jitterbug Jade, Sherwin-Williams

How You Can Use It

“I decided to paint this butler’s pantry a happy green because it’s the first thing you see when you walk in the front door. The rest of the house is mostly white, and this space has become a real showpiece.”

— Ashley DeLapp, Ashley DeLapp Interior Design, Charlotte, NC

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Direct Green, Sherwin-Williams

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How You Can Use It

“I scored the wicker table and chairs on Craigslist for $150 — a steal, except they were a dated and sad yellow. A preppy, glossy green gave them a much-needed modern twist. For a flawless finish, it’s best to use a paint sprayer so color covers the intricate designs and goes on nice and smooth.”

—Sam Sidney, homeowner, Charleston, SC

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Envy, Sherwin-Williams

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How You Can Use It

“When I painted my front door kelly green as a distraction from my home’s beige brick, I decided to also paint the inside for a mega statement. On double doors, it has double the unexpectedness.”

—Beth Diana Smith, Beth Diana Smith Interior Design, Irvington, NJ

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Ivy League, PPG Paints

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How You Can Use It

"Using a vivid emerald green on otherwise simple cabinets pushed the envelope in a classic space. The color reminds me of new growth on a plant and new beginnings. How could your day not start out great here?”

—Jessica Webber, Webber Coleman Woodworks, Watkinsville, GA

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Argyle, Sherwin-Williams

How You Can Use It

“This jewel-toned green is really stunning on a piece of furniture — the chest’s brass details are like sunlight hitting a patch of grass. It’s actually pretty versatile, and it looks good with blue, gray, yellow and even blush accessories.”

—Janelle Blakely, Blakely Interior Design, North Kingstown, RI

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Derbyshire, Sherwin-Williams

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How You Can Use It

"This boy’s room used to be moss-color — not nearly bright enough for his personality. I pulled the kelly green from his pillow. The seamless effect of walls and trim painted the same color makes the room feel a bit larger.”

—Emily Larkin, EJ Interiors, Dallas, TX

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Deep Pine, Dunn-Edwards

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How You Can Use It

“Here in sunny Miami, deep green is not the most obvious choice for an entryway. But I love how dramatic it is while still feeling natural. When you step inside, it’s like you’re taking a walk through the woods.”

—Federica Molini, Arte Bohème blog, Miami, FL

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Martha's Vineyard, Benjamin Moore

How You Can Use It

“My clients really like green. This blade-of-grass shade punches up the neutral sofa. And because it’s saturated and fresh, it makes a statement without weighing down the dimly lit room. That sunny ottoman plays well with the green and ties in with the gallery wall.”

—Isabella Patrick, @isabellapatrickinteriors, New York, NY

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Ionian, Sherwin-Williams

How You Can Use It

“This ’60s-era office used to be oak on oak. Once I had the wood paneling painted this rich green, the desk and shelves popped. The vibrant shade keeps the homeowner alert during long workdays!” — Ashley Christensen, TVL Creative, Denver, CO

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— Ashley DeLapp, Ashley DeLapp Interior Design, Charlotte, NC

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Yarmouth Blue, Benjamin Moore

How You Can Use It

“I consider this blue one of my go-tos. It’s calming, yet happy, and cozy but not at all gloomy. Though I love it on the walls in this guest room, it would also look great on cabinets in a laundry room.”

— Lindsay Pincus, Lindsay Pincus Design, Seattle, WA

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Headspace, Clare

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How You Can Use It

“When I painted my family’s dining room, I lifted the fresh blue-green shade from the fabric on the dining chairs. I love how it shifts in color throughout the day from a bright blue to a soft teal at night when the warm light from the chandelier hits it.”

—Kevin Francis O’Gara, Kevin Francis Design, Atlanta, GA

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Iced Green, Benjamin Moore

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How You Can Use It

“Here’s a color that’s fun but still a neutral. It’s spa-like when paired with white accents, but you could easily dial it up by adding poppy coral accessories.”

—Marika Meyer, Marika Meyer Interiors, Bethesda, MD

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Blue Ground, Farrow & Ball

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How You Can Use It

"We chose sky blue to complement the tub tile in this Jack and Jill bathroom for a brother and sister. It’s a cheerful shade that goes especially well with a yellow rubber ducky!"

—Scarlett James, The Mix Interiors, Nashville, TN

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Bird’s Egg, Benjamin Moore

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How You Can Use It

“This laundry room gets no natural light, but it doesn’t feel that way because of the vibrant sky blue we painted the cabinets. Now it’s a cheerful spot to walk into, even if it involves doing a chore.”

—Raquel Skrobarczyk, Heather Scott Home & Design, Austin, TX

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Oval Room Blue, Farrow & Ball

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How You Can Use It

“For a partially above-ground basement in the sometimes gloomy Pacific Northwest, I went for a seafoam shade that’s both cheerful and cozy. Once the wall was color-blocked and the whole fireplace was painted, its corner placement looked very cool.”

—Emilia Callero, @emilia_decor, Portland, OR

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Duke Gray, Magnolia Home by Joanna Gaines

How You Can Use It

“I love all of the decor in this room, and the bold paint color really elevates the space. It’s an interesting shade of green — only in low light do you see the hint of gray that the name suggests.”

—Camille Lai, @houseof.lais, Orlando, FL

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Morning Calm, Magnolia HOME by Joanna Gaines

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How You Can Use It

“I love this aqua blue because it’s easy on the eyes and not overwhelmingly bright, which makes it a great color for the wall of shelves in this room. Still, it’s inviting and fun, and that’s important because I want my family to hang out in our screen-free zone!”

—Brianna Hall, homeowner, Portland, OR

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Spearmint, Sherwin-Williams

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How You Can Use It

“I wanted a fun, unexpected color for a single dad and his two boys. This rich aqua doesn’t feel like those typical bachelor standbys navy and gray, plus it looks so good with black and white.”

— Courtnay Tartt Elias, @creativetonic, Houston, TX

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Summer Dragonfly, Behr

How You Can Use It

“My mother-in-law asked me to create a nook in the room at her house where my girls and niece sleep over, so I installed a bench in the closet and painted the wall a cheerful color. A scallop pattern really draws eyes to this special feature. The girls love to play ‘school’ in here!”

—Pamela Goulden, @mypracticehome, Dartmouth, Nova Scotia

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Blue Earth + Aqua Bloom, both Dunn-Edwards

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How You Can Use It

“Dark and light cabinets add a little drama and make this kitchen feel more expansive. The deep blue draws the eye up and the light blue draws the eye over. I continued the colors onto the baseboards for a modern edge.”

—Camille Henderson Davis, The Niche Home, Bethesda, MD

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Winter Chime, Dunn-Edwards

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How You Can Use It

“Aqua has an energizing effect that evokes diving into a pool, perfect for a client who wanted a bright area for doing laundry. I pulled it from the floor tile, which is by Oh Joy! for Clé. It makes everyone happy — rare for a laundry room!”

—Noelle Parks, Noelle Interiors, Manhattan Beach, CA

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Water Fountain, Valspar

How You Can Use It

“The built-ins and cabinets used to be stained wood that had been stripped and were in desperate need of a makeover. I pulled the blue from the window shade. Putting it on the ceiling, too, turned the room into a cool escape — what’s better for hot Houston weather?”

—Ashley Goforth, @ashleygoforth, Houston, TX

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Blue'd Up, Clare

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How You Can Use It

“The minute I saw this denim-y color, I knew I wanted to use it in my living room for a homey feel. Its purple undertones envelop you like a comfy pair of jeans that fit just right.”

—Sandy Jandu, @elleehome, Cedar Grove, NJ

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Jay, Portola

How You Can Use It

“I wanted a blue in the dining room that would nod to the Pacific Ocean — it’s a few blocks away from this home — and add texture, but I couldn’t find a wallpaper that knocked me out. Then I remembered limewash. It’s applied in thin, watery layers. The brushstrokes give the effect of movement, like waves.”

—Natalie Myers, @nataliemyers, Los Angeles, CA

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Aleutian, Sherwin-Williams

How You Can Use It

“You can’t go wrong with a pretty periwinkle, and blue is a favorite color of my clients’ daughter. Win-win! Monstera leaf decals were a fun way for her to put her own stamp on her room.”

— Meghan Carter, Meghan Carter Design, Toronto, Ontario

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Notable Hue, Sherwin-Williams

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How You Can Use It

“A calming blue brings peace to a highly trafficked mudroom where two kids and two dogs are constantly in and out. It’s like the sky on a clear day, and seeing it on the cabinets and the window is a breath of fresh air.”

—Jenna Gross, Colordrunk Designs, Decatur, GA

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Lazy Sunday, Benjamin Moore

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How You Can Use It

“Most people use a bold color on the wall and a subtle one on the ceiling, but I flipped things around. The cheery blue resembles a bright, clear sky — perfect for such a light-filled living room. I used the same shade on the doors to tie it all together.”

—Alisha Gwen, Alisha Gwen Interior Design, Pittsburgh, PA

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Blue Cue, Dunn-edwards

How You Can Use It

“That cornflower blue in the Clé Tile floors inspired the color of the bathroom’s vanity. Its serene lightness says ‘just relax and breathe,’ exactly what you want in an escape.”

—Rachel Chulew, designHAUS 24, Dallas, TX

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Ultra Marine Blue, Farrow & Ball

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How You Can Use It

“This home is near Lake Michigan and the owners wanted their office to remind them of the water. I chose an earthy blue that’s not too dark or inky. It’s calming, so it’s great for focusing on work, but it would be beautiful in a kitchen or mudroom, too.”

—Jodi Morton, 2to5 Design, Evanston, IL

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Old Glory, Benjamin Moore

How You Can Use It

“This cross between vibrant blue and navy is so fun for a nursery. It enhances the intricate trim and breaks up the wallpaper pattern. I’d use it as an accent in an adult bedroom, too.”

— Nicole Hirsch, @nicole.hirsch.interiors, Boston, MA

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Ol' Blue Eyes, Benjamin Moore

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How You Can Use It

“My 9-year-old son needed a bathroom to match his personality. He’s lively but with an old soul, and this cerulean is the same. I’d never gone so bold, let alone painted everything the same color. Now he has the best space!”

—Megan Cherepko, @megancherepko, Valparaiso, IN

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Deep Ocean, Benjamin Moore

How You Can Use It

“Although people often assume that painting a space anything other than white makes it look smaller, rich blue gave this living room depth. Using the same shade for the rug creates a cool effect. All that blue gave me the chance to do a hot pink sofa.”

—Barbara Milner, South Hill Interiors, Toronto, Ontario

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Paddington Blue, Benjamin Moore

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How You Can Use It

“The homeowners were a little nervous about using cobalt blue in their open-concept dining space, but they bit the bullet and ended up loving it. Its brightness brings an exciting and playful energy to the room. We added molding in a grid pattern to make it even more of a feature wall and chose a white table and chairs to really let the color shine.”

—Ruchi A Mohan, Design by Ruchi LLC, New York, NY

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Treble, C2 Paint

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How You Can Use It

“The box beams in my dining room are so pretty that I wanted to help them stand out. My secret: I used this deep denim blue in full strength on the walls and at 50% saturation between the beams. It’s still high impact but with a lighter tone, so it’s not as if the ceiling is crashing down on you.”

—Melanie Coddington, Coddington Design, San Francisco, CA

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Denim, Sherwin-Williams

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How You Can Use It

“Once I flanked this living room’s fireplace with bookshelves, the red brick suddenly seemed dated. A deep blue totally modernizes it — and makes it the center of attention. Dark gray paint on the hearth keeps the focus on the surround.”

—Samantha Klickna, Case Design/Remodeling, Bethesda, MD

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Loyal Blue, Sherwin-Williams

How You Can Use It

“To help turn a bathroom into a glam escape, I picked a jewel tone for the vanity. Paired with the gold drawer pulls and the black-and-white tile, it feels like you’re in a chic boutique hotel.”

—Diane Rath, The Rath Project, Fairfield, CT

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Blue Tang, PPG Paints

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How You Can Use It

“Blue is always a crowd-pleaser. This particular shade may be dark and moody, but there are bright undertones, so it’s more exciting than classic navy. Paired with metallic accents, it’s extra dramatic.”

—Michelle Thomas, Michelle Thomas Design, Austin, TX

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Observatory, Behr

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How You Can Use It

“The little lake right outside a cabin I own inspired the main bedroom. Parts of the water are deeper and darker, and a steely shade with hints of gray reflects that. Putting it on a shiplap-style wall gave it contemporary-coastal style.”

—Christina Dennis, @thediymommy, Edmonton, Alberta

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Hague Blue, Farrow & Ball

How You Can Use It

“A single mom owns this house, so I wanted the kitchen nook to be a glamorous color that could transition from breakfasts to dinner parties. This dark blue is perfect! Teal undertones show when the sun hits, and at night this shade is perfectly moody.”

— Cecilia Casagrande, @ceciliainteriors, Brookline, MA

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Sublime, Clare

How You Can Use It

“This peacock blue was the perfect choice for a guest room/office: It’s bold, welcoming and calming all at once. Because this room doesn’t get a lot of direct sunlight, the color has a moody vibe, like deep, dark ocean water.”

— Hema Persad, @hemaapersad, Los Angeles, CA

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Slate Teal, Benjamin Moore

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“Most of my house is painted white, so I decided to go moody in a couple of areas. The peacocks I saw on a trip to Morocco inspired me to use this vibrant blue. When the room was done, it looked so good that I cried!”

—Lucy Penfield, Lucy Interior Design, Minneapolis, MN

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Galápagos Turquoise, Benjamin Moore

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“My husband’s only request when we remodeled was no all-white kitchen! We are both fans of ocean blues, and this turquoise is the best shade because it’s unexpected and bold. It really shows our style.”

—Jackie Culmer, Christiano Homes, Costa Mesa, CA

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Calypso Blue, Benjamin Moore

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“Since this homeowner is creative and fun-loving, I picked something equally vivacious for the walls of his home office. This shade of blue is super energized and a little offbeat — a perfect match.”

—Orlando Soria, @mrorlandosoria, Los Angeles, CA

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Blue Lagoon, Benjamin Moore

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“Peacock blue with teal undertones complements this kitchen’s red pendants — they’re both punchy but don’t overpower each other. If you want something bold and cheerful, choose this color.”

— Leandra Fremont-Smith, Leandra Fremont-Smith Interiors, Yarmouth, ME

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Perfect Storm, Valspar

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“I love geometric wallpaper, but I find a stencil way easier. I bought one with 12 triangles from Olive Leaf Stencils on Etsy, then measured the wall so I could start in the middle — that way the pattern would be even on both sides. I secured the stencil with painter’s tape and did one coat of dark teal with a roller, keeping the pressure light so paint didn’t seep under the stencil’s edges.” — Summer Wick, Cascade Vintage & Co. blog, Camas, WA

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Dark Harbor, Benjamin Moore

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“This home office used to be a dull shade of gray, hardly an inspiring place to get stuff done. I painted three walls white and an accent wall deep, moody teal. The color brings lots of personality and showcases the art. Who wouldn’t want to work here now?”

—Gina Sims, Gina Sims Designs, Decatur, GA

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Downpour Blue, Benjamin Moore

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“I had these cabinets put into the den of a house that’s over 100 years old and has a lot of original molding, so we didn’t need more wood tones. The homeowner had chosen navy but at the last minute worried it would be too dark. And that’s how we landed on this amazing sapphire blue.”

—Robin Titus, R Titus Designs, Chicago, IL

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Champion Cobalt, Benjamin Moore

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“It took a few tries to find the right blue for this beach house dining room. I wanted a saturated shade that wouldn’t lose its color when it gets dark outside and the family is gathered around the table. This one is striking day and night.”

—Kevin Isbell, Kevin Isbell Interiors, Los Angeles, CA

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Hale Navy, Benjamin Moore

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“Since this kitchen opens to a family room, I wanted to define the cooking space with color. I turned to my go-to: navy. It looks so chic next to brass accents and leather stools.”

—Trish Ireland, Trish Ireland Interiors, Cincinnati, OH

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Nightspot, C2 Paint

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“Painting a runner on a staircase is a great way to add a splash of color, like in this coastal home. The blue is fun and sophisticated, but the best part is that sweeping sand off painted stairs is a lot easier than vacuuming carpeted ones.”

—Jenny Keenan, Jenny Keenan Design, Charleston, SC

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Mount Etna, Sherwin-Williams

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“Using the same grayed-out navy blue on the cabinets, trim and ceiling made a small kitchen seem more expansive. It would also be an amazing shade for a side table or a powder room vanity.”

—Danielle Loven, Vivid Interior Design, Minneapolis, MN

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Blackberry, C2 Paint

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“When a room is large and also gets a ton of light, it can lack an intimate feel. Navy that’s so dark it’s almost black gives a space a cozy vibe, like it did for this master bedroom sitting area.”

— Beth Bourque, Beth Bourque Design Studio, Milton, MA

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Rosey Glow and Roasted Eggplant, Dutch Boy

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“This dusty mauve and moody purple are such an inviting pair. Painting the darker color on the lower half of the wall and the lighter color on top helps the ceilings appear higher.”

— Jamie Orr, @dearhomeblog, Cedar Falls, IA

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Slate Violet, Sherwin-Williams

How You Can Use It

“What’s great about this soft violet is that it kind of wants to be gray, so it’s not too sweet. To find it, I scanned a shower tile with the Sherwin-Williams color-matching tool. Anyone can use it.”

— Amanda George, @amandageorgeinteriors, Seattle, WA

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Fairy Glen, Pratt & Lambert

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“I like my tiniest clients to have a say in their spaces, so purple walls and a teal headboard it was for this young girl’s room. Lilac is a great shade for a kid because it’s youthful now, but it’s sophisticated enough to grow with her.”

— Laura Ellis Barnes, @houseof_barnes, Tulsa, OK

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Veiled Violet, Sherwin-Williams

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“The millwork on the vanity is so special, I had to highlight it — plain white wouldn’t do. The hue is a quieter version of the lavender in the shower’s accent tile.”

— Rachel Cannon, Rachel Cannon Limited Interiors, Baton Rouge, LA

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Fancy Pansy, Valspar

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“I always say ‘Pick a color and commit,’ so I went for it in this bathroom in my house! The light purple is both calming and sophisticated. I paired it with blush window treatments, but it would also look great with dark purple or navy.”

— Mary Patton, Mary Patton Design, Houston, TX

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Favorite Lavender, Dunn-Edwards

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“I’d been living in this space for a while, and I wanted to make it magical. My inspiration was spring! This lavender is surprisingly versatile. It works with everything in the room — even the green couch.”

— Amina Mucciolo, @studiomucci, Los Angeles, CA

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Tropical Dusk, Benjamin Moore

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“My client and I turned a sitting area off the master bedroom into her dream closet. So why not make it as fun as possible? We painted the cabinets lavender, which plays off the ottoman she loves.”

— Alisha Gwen, Alisha Gwen Interior Design, Pittsburgh, PA

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Kalamata, Benjamin Moore

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“My clients’ daughters wanted magenta in their bathroom, except their parents thought they might outgrow it. So we pushed it slightly darker to eggplant. The color picks up on the gray streaks in the countertops, and the girls loved it all the same.”

— Kate Lester, @klinteriors, Hermosa Beach, CA

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Sommelier, Sherwin-Williams

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“Our daughter’s nursery has a high ceiling, so I knew it could handle a bold color. Maroon warmed up the space, and I promise, it feels way less dark than you’d think. Blush paneling and decals keep the room playful.”

— Candace Griffin, @candacemaryinteriors, Chicago, IL

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Mulberry, Benjamin Moore

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“My home office is the first room I’ve ever decorated just for me, and I went full glam. The bold color reminds me of purple calla lilies. I chose warm gold accessories to chic it up even more.”

— Julie Geyer, Julie Geyer Studio, Bethesda, MD

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Dark Burgundy, Benjamin Moore

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"People tend to think open lofts have to be all white. This rich purple proves that’s not true! Using it for an accent wall in the dining area gives the space definition. I also like that it looks like the perfect glass of wine."

— Kevin Clark, Homepolish, New York, NY

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Grape Juice, Benjamin Moore

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“This condo’s master bedroom used to be a lifeless shade of tan, which was a bad match for the vivacious homeowner. Eggplant gives it lots of spunk but looks dramatic and sophisticated, too.”

— Laura Tribbett, Outline Interiors, Chicago, IL

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Dancing Shoes, Portola Paints & Glazes

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“I had to find a way to make a rich velvety purple I was really into work in my dining room. Putting in white wainscoting lightened the space. The dark color dresses it up, and it’s a chic backdrop for my chandelier.”

— Tamar Kestenbaum, @siennasageinteriors, Seattle, WA