Best Neutral Paint Colors for 2025

The best neutral paint colors have a way of grounding a room without demanding attention. They create the backdrop that lets everything else take the stage. Wether its your favourite piece of furniture, a statement textile or a beloved artwork, netural walls can give these items spave to stand out.

In the right setting, bold colors can energise or add drama to an interior, for example an accent ceiling or the popular color drenching trend it can overshadow, but without care you run the risk of overshadowing the things that actually make a space feel like your space. Good neutral paint colors, on the other hand, create an atmosphere that feels calm, timeless, and flexible. You can change a throw pillow or rearrange artworks and the room still holds together.

Another great thing about neutrals? They tend to age well. You won’t find yourself repainting every few years because the shade suddenly feels dated. A good neutral stays relevant.

Read on below as we share a few of our favourite neutral peaint colors from well-loved U.S. paint brands. These are shades you’ll see designers turn to again and again because they’re, versatile, timeless and easy to live with.

1. Warm Greige

The perfect blend of gray and beige, greige continues to (quietly) dominate interior design. It offers the sophistication of gray with but adds a gentle warmth of beige, with yellow

Recommended Shades:

• Benjamin Moore Revere Pewter
• Sherwin Williams Accessible Beige
• Behr Wheat Bread

2. Soft Whites

Clean whites with subtle warm undertones are replacing stark, cool whites. These create bright, airy spaces without feeling sterile.

Recommended Shades:

• Benjamin Moore Simply White
• Farrow and Ball School House White
• Behr Swiss Coffee

3. Warm Grays

Gray isn't going anywhere, but we're seeing warmer versions that feel more inviting and less industrial.

Recommended Shades:

• Benjamin Moore Classic Gray
• Sherwin Williams Agreeable Gray
• Behr Silver Drop

How to Choose the Right Neutral

Consider these factors when selecting your neutral paint color:

1. Lighting: Natural light affects how colors appear throughout the day
2. Existing Elements: Consider your flooring, furniture, and fixed elements
3. Room Purpose: Different neutrals work better in different spaces
4. Undertones: Pay attention to whether the neutral leans warm or cool

Application Tips

• Always test paint samples in your space before committing. It's important to see the color in the space, as the kind of natural and electric light in your room can bring out different tones.
• Paint large swatches on multiple walls to see how light affects the color
• Consider the finish. Use matte for walls and try satin, or even gloss for woodwork. Read our guide on choosing the right paint finish for more tips.
• Use primer for the best color accuracy

Neutral colors provide the perfect backdrop for any design style, from modern minimalist to traditional elegance. Choose wisely and your neutral walls will serve you well for years to come.