Good Color Combos for Rooms

Neutral

• If you want to play it safe, go with a palette of neutral colors. Neutrals are far from boring; in fact, they allow you freedom with decorating because they go with every color and decorating style you can imagine. Shades of black, pale gray, beige and cream are colors you can experiment without feeling like you’re going overboard. Light tan on the walls paired with a chocolate brown and oatmeal color creates a soothing palette. Black, sienna and ocher also work well together.

Retro

• If you’re feeling like a bold color combination, go retro. Shades of lime green, burnt orange, peacock blue and sunny yellow come to mind when thinking of options for this decorating style. Orange, red and yellow make a fun combination. Yellow walls with a fire engine red sofa and orange striped pillows will ignite a living room. Another combination is pink, orange and white. Lime, pink and black add funky energy to any room.

Muted

• If you like color but not bright color, go with muted shades. Muted colors include pastel green, dusty pink, understated blue, tan, yellow, cream, gray and brown. Pink, brown and ecru create a pleasing palette for a modern look with a feminine touch. Pale turquoise with brown and cream is another modern look that works in the bedroom or living room. Pink, green and white is an energetic mix while powder blue and pale green brings energy to a room. Yellow, blue and white is fun and cheery.

Black and White

• Classic and timeless, black and white looks good in any room. The colors create a pleasing contrast and balance. In a kitchen or bedroom, black and white looks stunning with red. With mustard yellow and shades of brown, black and white create a calming effect, echoing a Zen-inspired room. Black and white paired with turquoise creates the ambiance of a beach-style room.