Colour brings character into our homes, and one of the most effective ways to introduce it is with paint. Which room, wall or nook in your home could use a colourful makeover? Prepare to be inspired as we explore this year’s most popular paint colours.
Published Mar 12, 2021, Updated Apr 2, 2022
![Easy Breezy A front door painted BEHR's Breezeway, with black hardware.](https://assets.hgtv.ca/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/BEHR-breezeway-paint.png)
Easy Breezy
BEHR’s minty-cool colour of 2022 is this fresh, pale seafoam paint called Breezeway. We love how its used on this front door to make a gentle but strong statement.
![Grand Canyon A cozy breakfast nook with a white bench seat covered in grey and white cushion wrapping around a round table send with a fruit bowl, mugs and plates, two big windows, a black pendant lamp, and walls painted with Behr’s Colour of the Year 2021, BEHR Canyon Dusk S210-4](https://assets.hgtv.ca/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/1-latest-paint-trends-diy-behr-canyon-dusk-s210-4.png)
Grand Canyon
We’re still not over BEHR’s 2021 colour of the year: Canyon Dusk. This is a particularly good choice for rentals, in order to warm up a space without picking a colour that’s too jarring or controversial. Pair with white trim for a clean vibe. We love how this breakfast nook also incorporates black and dark woods to add visual weight and dimension.
![Not Over Green A wall with ribbed paneling painting with Benjamin Moore's October Mist paint. In front of the wall, an industrial-style metal table, two metal barstools with black leather upholstery and an abstract jute mesh ceiling lampshade.](https://assets.hgtv.ca/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Benjamin-Moore-green-paint-104-october-mist-1495-rgb.png)
Not Over Green
We saw green all over the place in 2021 (Dakota Johnson’s kitchen, anyone?). And we’re clearly not over the green-fever yet.
Benjamin Moore’s colour of 2022 is this stunning, soft sage paint called October Mist. We do get soft, misty vibes from this one, making it perfect for breezy entryways, calming nurseries, spa-like bathrooms or home offices you can actually focus in.
![Same-ish Colour, New-ish Vibes A vertical shiplap bedroom wall painted Sherwin Williams' Evergreen Fog. An oval-ish mirror with a thick black frame hangs on the wall, above a wooden vanity. A black iron bed with white bedding stands beside the vanity, off to one side, partially visible in the picture.](https://assets.hgtv.ca/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Sherwin-WIlliams-Evergreen-Fog.png)
Same-ish Colour, New-ish Vibes
Both in is green-based colour and its weather-based name — Evergreen Fog — Sherwin Williams’ 2022 colour of the year seems to echo Benjamin Moore’s pick. But the vibes with this one are a little different, with a little more mood and warmth. This is perfect for more rustic settings, like the cottage-esque bedroom seen here.
![Periwinkle Pretty A sunny dining nook with large bow windows with periwinkle-purple walls, built-in wood window benches with upholstery striped in white and shades of purple, a matching rug, a round dining table, white dining chairs, white ladder shelves on either side holding books and knickknacks and a vase of sunflowers on the center of the dining table.](https://assets.hgtv.ca/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Pantone-surprise-colour-palettes-violet-periwinkle.png)
Periwinkle Pretty
Pantone is deviating from the norm with their 2022 colour of the year: A stunning bluish-purple paint called Very Peri. We love how this unique paint choice imbues this dining nook with cheery femininity. Sunny rooms such as this one are perfect for this sumptuous colour.
![Barely-There Blue New renovated kitchen with light blue cabinets, white quartz countertop, black faucet and cabinet hardware, three glass pendant lights, in an open concept living area designed by Sebastian Clovis and Tiffany Pratt for Family Home Overhaul on HGTV](https://assets.hgtv.ca/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/2-latest-paint-trends-diy-light-blue-cabinet-hgtv.png)
Barely-There Blue
If the prospect of repainting all of your cabinets feels overwhelming, consider cutting your work in half and just sticking with the lower set. A light, barely-there shade of blue is right on trend. Notice how fresh and airy this room looks? Take cues from the decor and pair your baby blue with white paint, wood accents and ample indoor greenery.
![New Neutrals Modern bathroom with a black vanity, black fixtures such as the faucet and overhead light, green and black trays and vases and circular black frame mirror hanging on a light pink wall painted in BEHR Seaside Villa S190-1](https://assets.hgtv.ca/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/3-latest-paint-trends-diy-behr-pink-seaside-villa-s190-1.png)
New Neutrals
Bored of white but want to stick to clean, calming neutrals? Consider BEHR’s beautiful blush pink shade, romantically titled Seaside Villa. Reminiscent of pink sandstone, this is the perfect colour for a door or accent wall in an otherwise all-white room.
![Grey Expectations Scandinavian style living and dining room with dark grey painted walls, a three mountain bookshelf on the wall, wooden parquet flooring, a wood dining table with three black and one white chairs around it and white pendant light above it, a white couch with colourful cushions and multicolour rug underneath it](https://assets.hgtv.ca/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/4-latest-paint-trends-diy-dark-grey.png)
Grey Expectations
This year, greys are going dark… really dark. This nearly-black shade of grey creates a cozy, Scandinavian-inspired space. Bring on the hygge!
![Prince of Cyan An open kitchen with a large center kitchen island, granite countertops, white subway tile backsplash, two large black pendant lights, and cyan painted cabinets with gold hardware.](https://assets.hgtv.ca/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/5-latest-paint-trends-diy-green-cabinets-hgtv.png)
Prince of Cyan
One of the most popular kitchen paint trends this year? No more white cabinets! This rich cyan colour creates contrast with the white quartz countertop, letting its grey and gold veins shine.
![Buttercup Yellow A yellow and white standing bathtub in a modern bathroom with textured marbled wall, copper side table, pitcher vase with a decorative branch, rectangular frame mirror and faucet, and five lit pillar candles.](https://assets.hgtv.ca/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/7-latest-paint-trends-diy-yellow-bathtub.png)
Buttercup Yellow
A standing tub is a statement in itself, but you can up the ante with a coat of paint. We love the notion of bringing cheer to bathtub with the happiest colour on earth: Yellow. This creamy butter-yellow colour in particular is the toast of the town, especially when paired with the warm whites, greys and copper featured in this stunning bathroom.
![Hunting Lodge Moody living room corner with a blue velvet chair, large potted plants, a black fireplace painted in BEHR Broadway PPU18-20 and topped with multi-coloured vases and a black ornate mirror, and green walls painted in BEHR Royal Orchard PPU11-01 with four framed botanical prints.](https://assets.hgtv.ca/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/9-latest-paint-trends-diy-behr-royal-orchard-ppu11-01.png)
Hunting Lodge
We’re harkening back to 2021 with more greens — this time, a moodier shade: BEHR’s Royal Orchard. For borderline-gothic coziness, pair with black, as seen here with the fireplace painted a deep slate from Behr called Broadway. To keep things fresh, opt instead to pair with white.
![At First Blush Pink front door painted with BEHR Bubble Shell S160-3 with a black handle and door knocker, two black scones on either side, a large black pot with a palm plant, a coir mat in front of the door, and an exterior wall painted in BEHR Painter's White PPU18-08 and ULTRA PURE WHITE® PPU18-06. IMAGE SOURCE: Instagram: Behr: Bubble Shell S160-3; Painter's White PPU18-08; ULTRA PURE WHITE®](https://assets.hgtv.ca/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/10-latest-paint-trends-diy-behr-bubble-shell-s160-3.png)
At First Blush
We’re crushing on all the blushes from Behr. First, the stunning Seaside Villa, and now, this youthful, bright shade of light pink: BEHR Bubble Shell. Painting your front door this happy shade isn’t just trendy and easy, we promises it’ll put a smile on your face every time you come home.
![Back in Black Slate black dining room with a large live edge wood dining table set for dinner, two wood and grey upholstered chairs, a white bar hutch painted in BEHR Smoky White BWC-13, a large pink pendant light hanging over the table, a painting hanging over a mantle, and black walls paint in BEHR Broadway PPU18-20 and trim painted with BEHR Smoky White BWC-13](https://assets.hgtv.ca/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/11-latest-paint-trends-diy-behr-broadway-PPU18-20.png)
Back in Black
Once thought of as an oppressive shade, black is now highlighted by white trim and warm accessories to complete its cozy-room effect. The warm black used here is BEHR’s Broadway. We also love how the white used for the trim (BEHR’s Smoky White) is also used to paint the bar hutch, for continuity. You just can’t go wrong with black and white!
![Spice it Up A low grey bench seat and a white potted plant sit in front of a yellow wall painted in BEHR Saffron Strands PPU6-02 and covered in framed and unframed artwork](https://assets.hgtv.ca/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/12-latest-paint-trends-diy-behr-saffron-strands-ppu6-02.png)
Spice it Up
When looking for the perfect feature-wall colour, head to the spice rack for inspiration. We love this soul-warming, spicy yellow from BEHR, aptly titled Saffron Strands.
![Unbolt Cobalt Cobalt blue bathroom vanity with a copper vessel sink and round curved faucet standing in front of a white square tile wall with a round copper framed mirror](https://assets.hgtv.ca/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/13-latest-paint-trends-diy-cobalt-vanity-blue.png)
Unbolt Cobalt
A DIY paint project doesn’t have to be a massive undertaking. Start small and bold. This cobalt-blue vanity is the perfect example of taking a popular paint colour and integrating it as a statement in your interior design.
![Mint Madness Built-in desk area painted mint green with BEHR Wishful Green M410-2 and decorated with multicolour vases, objets d’arts, a black tray, a pink box, and books and sitting in front of a blue wall painted in BEHR Dayflower MQ3-54 with a gold frame painting hanging on it](https://assets.hgtv.ca/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/14-latest-paint-trends-diy-behr-wishful-green-m410-2.png)
Mint Madness
We’re gaga for the green magic seen in this sleek, retro-ish home office. BEHR’s Wishful Green, used here, is a creamy mint colour that breathes new life into any tired interior and challenges old rules on “appropriate” indoor paint colours. Keep it feeling fresh by pairing with colours in the same family, as seen here.
![Marzipan Makeover Neutral bathroom with beige-ish walls (BEHR's Almond Whisp), a white standalone bathtub with chrome hardware, a black chair with a towel and luffa, and two black frames and a decorative basket hang on a wood paneled wall painted in BEHR Almond Wisp PPU5-12](https://assets.hgtv.ca/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/15-latest-paint-trends-diy-behr-almond-whisp.png)
Marzipan Makeover
BEHR’s Almond Whisp is the sweetest neutral in this creamy, dreamy bathroom reminiscent of marzipan.
This shade of brownish-beige pairs perfectly with soothing cream tones. Try this winning combo in your own bathroom, or even extend the calm vibes to your bedroom, living room or baby nursery.
![Not That Rusty Deep rust-red wall with a low wooden infront of it. Atop the bench are two leather bags. Flanking the bench are a tall, potted cactus to the right and a leather ottoman with a rattan lamp sitting atop it to the left.](https://assets.hgtv.ca/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/16-latest-paint-trends-diy-red-room.png)
Not That Rusty
Finding inspiration from the U.S. Southwest, this impressive, deep red-rust colour adds depth and warmth. While it may be too deep and bright for conventional bedrooms or bathrooms, its the perfect bold entryway colour. If you’re feeling brave, splash it onto your kitchen or dining room walls — red increases appetite!
![Canary in the Coalmine Small modern kitchen with a wood plank backsplash, white shaker lower cabinets with black pulls, black countertops, a metallic industrial lamp hanging from the ceiling, a black painted chair, and a bright yellow crockery cabinet with the door open](https://assets.hgtv.ca/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/19-latest-paint-trends-diy-yellow-cabinet-kitchen.png)
Canary in the Coalmine
This intense canary yellow is the coolest small-budget kitchen update ever! We love how it adds modernity to the otherwise-classic kitchen cabinetry and fixtures. An old cabinet is the perfect subject for this paint-based makeover. Pick a cheerful colour that makes you happy and don’t be afraid to go bold. Sometimes a small splash of a single colour in a small area is all you need.
![Feeling the Blues A tranquil home office with a grey plush chair placed on top of a black and white rug and in front of a grey wood and metal desk with three vases, books and a desk lamp on top of it, and a painting hanging on a blue wall painted in BEHR Jean Jacket Blue S510-4](https://assets.hgtv.ca/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/20-latest-paint-trends-diy-behr-jean-jacket-blue-s510-4.png)
Feeling the Blues
Associate with building trust and increasing calmness, blue is one of the best colours you can use in a home office, as seen here. This particularly blue, BEHR’s Jean Jacket, somehow manages to be soberly dark yet calmingly light at the same time.
![High Sierras A sunlit front entryway with a wicker bench topped with a white cushion and a blue throw blanket, a large striped cloth bag on the ground, a big white potted fig plant, a large window with the frame painted in BEHR Broadway PPU18-20 and the walls painted in BEHR Sierra N240-4](https://assets.hgtv.ca/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/21-latest-paint-trends-diy-behr-sierra-n240-4.png)
High Sierras
The entryway is the first place we see when coming home, and painting it a warm, light neutral can help put us instantly at ease. If you have great natural light in your entryway, such as pictured here, pick a colour that doesn’t distract from the view. Look for natural neutrals like BEHR’s Sierra.
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