How to Pick Gray Paint So Your Walls Look Perfect

If you're thinking of the perfect gray hue but you're overwhelmed by all the shades, there are plenty of options! Gray paint is among the most sought-after colors for interiors in homes and is also one of the most difficult shades to pick.

The downside is that there isn't a "perfect" shade of gray to suit every space.

In the end, your decision to go with gray will be contingent on the lighting of your home, the color scheme surrounding it, as well as your personal preferences.

Use the following suggestions on how to choose the right gray color for your house to avoid finding yourself lost in a sea of 50 shades of unsolved dilemma!



Tips on How to Pick the Perfect Gray Paint

Know Your Undertones

It's odd, but gray is like the color of a chameleon. When it's viewed against a reddish backdrop, it may appear green. When it's viewed against the background of a mustard color, it will appear more purple. The first thing to look at is the furniture and color scheme within the room.

If you're decorating a new space, take a look at the fabrics that you'll be decorating. Are they cool or warm undertones?

• Warm undertones like brown and taupe, as well as orange, red, and yellow, should be paired with gray that has warm tones (tan or beige).

• Cool undertones, on the contrary, such as greens, blues, and purples, are the best for gray paints with cool undertones. A knowledgeable paint dealer can assist you in choosing the gray shade that matches the tone you like.

Use Your Lighting

Whichever shade of gray you select, it will appear different in natural lighting than in artificial lighting. Take into consideration the location and time you spend the most in your home. If you're home during daylight hours, then you might need to test your shade in the sunlight. If you're a night person or thinking about choosing a gray color for your bedroom, try it under artificial lighting to achieve the desired style and feel.

Other questions you can you should ask yourself:

Which direction are your windows facing?

• The rooms that face north aren't flooded with day light. Therefore, if you select an earthy gray paint that has warm undertones, the whole space will feel warmer.
• Rooms that are south-facing get more sun and are therefore a good match for cooler grays.

What bulbs are you employing?

• Warm white bulbs with soft white shades produce warm undertones.

The bright white and cool white bulb create neutral light. They even have some blue hues, which will highlight cool undertones.

Test Your Colors In the Room

After narrowing your options to a handful of your most loved shades, take a few samples and apply a small portion of your wall using both cool and warm gray undertones. See how they react to lighting before you make your final choice.

You could also paint a small portion of drywall. This allows you to shift the paint color around different parts of your room. It also prevents you from covering the wall with several paint shades on the wall after you've chosen the shade!