What Colors Go Together When Painting With Gray?

Dark Brown or Chocolate

• A lighter gray in kitchens gives the sense of cleanliness, and when used as the primary color on walls easily complements dark brown or chocolate-colored cabinets. Stainless steel appliances (such as refrigerators and stoves) complement gray kitchen walls, as do lighter wood floors like bamboo.

Cream and Purple

• Cream trim in living areas complements gray walls, with both of these soothing colors enhancing dark wood or carpeted floors. A third vibrant purple color will stand out in contrast, either as part of the paint scheme or as a material covering (such as rugs, sofas and cushions).

Silver

• A medium shade of gray on walls enhances silver and can be part of the paint color scheme itself or through furniture. A more Gothic look is created with metallic or stainless steel ornaments and candlesticks.

Yellow

• Medium or bright yellow painted trim with gray walls creates a contrast between calmness and stimulation, and is suitable for both living spaces and bedrooms. More pastel yellows can also be introduced into the room through paint, curtains, cushions and even flowers.