Paint Colors to Go With Brazilian Slate Tiles

Bright, Warm Tones

• Vivid shades of red and orange complement Brazilian slate tiles made in dark and medium brown well. The pronounced neutral shades in the tile along with a cranberry or pomegranate color on the walls will make the room appear more warm and inviting. Colors on the warm side of the color wheel like a rust or peachy shade of orange will directly contrast Brazilian slate tile with flecks of blue, since blue and orange are directly opposite to one another on the color wheel.

Bright, Cool Tones

• The hues that make up the cool side of the color wheel are visually appealing companions for Brazilian slate tiles as well. For instance, tiles where blue, gray or white are the main shades will appear a little brighter when the walls in the room are painting grass or Kelly green, or a shade of turquoise or royal blue. Green and blue add a sense of refreshment or serenity to a room, so you and your guests will feel both balanced and relaxed when entering the living room or den.

Dark Neutrals

• Neutral colors that are rich and pronounced like cocoa brown or charcoal gray are ideal for a room where the Brazilian tiles feature light or medium hues of brown, gray or blue. This provides an aesthetically pleasing contrast without inundating the room with color. Tiles in more intense tones like medium gray or a copper color can help to create a monochromatic theme in the room; for instance, medium brown Brazilian slate tiles with flecks of chocolate brown and bronze will blend well with dark brown walls or paneling.

Light Neutrals

• Neutral tones in light variations can give the tiled space an open feel, particularly when the Brazilian slate tiles are also light in color. White or off-white tiles swirled with ivory or gray will look especially sophisticated in a bedroom, living room or den with muted silver or slate gray walls. Or, choose an oat or light tan paint hue for the walls if the Brazilian slate tiles you've selected for the kitchen are a light honeylike shade.