21 Swoon-Worthy Colours That Will Inspire You to Get Your DIY On
Colour brings character into our homes, and one of the most effective ways to introduce it is with paint. Think about a room, a wall or a cabinet in your space that could use a colourful makeover, and prepare to be inspired as we explore this year’s most popular paint colours.
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Grand Canyon
1/21Grand Canyon
1/21Photo Credit: Behr: Canyon Dusk S210-4 and Smoky White BWC-13
At the forefront of the latest paint trends, Behr Paint Company knows what they’re talking about when it comes to popular paint colours. They’ve named <a href="https://www.behr.ca/consumer/inspiration/2021-color-trends/coty/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">BEHR Canyon Dusk S210-4</a> as the <a href="https://www.behr.ca/consumer/inspiration/2021-color-trends/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Behr Colour of the Year 2021</a> — and with its inviting warmth, we can certainly see why.Paint21 Swoon-Worthy Colours That Will Inspire You to Get Your DIY OnGrand Canyon
PHOTO 1 of 21READ LESS -At the forefront of the latest paint trends, Behr Paint Company knows what they’re talking about when it comes to popular paint colours. They’ve named <a href="https://www.behr.ca/consumer/inspiration/2021-color-trends/coty/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">BEHR Canyon Dusk S210-4</a> as the <a href="https://www.behr.ca/consumer/inspiration/2021-color-trends/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Behr Colour of the Year 2021</a> — and with its inviting warmth, we can certainly see why.Photo Credit: Behr: Canyon Dusk S210-4 and Smoky White BWC-13
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Blue Moon
2/21Blue Moon
2/21Photo Credit: HGTV Canada
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.Paint21 Swoon-Worthy Colours That Will Inspire You to Get Your DIY OnBlue Moon
PHOTO 2 of 21READ LESS -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.Photo Credit: HGTV Canada
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New Neutrals
3/21New Neutrals
3/21Photo Credit: Behr: Seaside Villa S190-1
While white has long been considered the king of neutrals, 2021’s most popular neutral paint colours are going earthy — think almond, mocha and pink sandstone.<br><br>Related: <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/paint/photos/choose-perfect-white-paint-1931442/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">10 Tips to Help You Choose the Perfect Shade of White Paint for Your Room</a>Paint21 Swoon-Worthy Colours That Will Inspire You to Get Your DIY OnNew Neutrals
PHOTO 3 of 21READ LESS -While white has long been considered the king of neutrals, 2021’s most popular neutral paint colours are going earthy — think almond, mocha and pink sandstone.<br><br>Related: <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/paint/photos/choose-perfect-white-paint-1931442/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">10 Tips to Help You Choose the Perfect Shade of White Paint for Your Room</a>Photo Credit: Behr: Seaside Villa S190-1
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Grey Expectations
4/21Grey Expectations
4/21Photo Credit: Getty Images
This year, <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/living-rooms/photos/grey-living-room-design-ideas-1918870/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">greys are going dark</a>… really dark. This nearly-black shade of grey creates a cozy, Scandinavian-inspired space. Bring on the hygge!Paint21 Swoon-Worthy Colours That Will Inspire You to Get Your DIY OnGrey Expectations
PHOTO 4 of 21READ LESS -This year, <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/living-rooms/photos/grey-living-room-design-ideas-1918870/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">greys are going dark</a>… really dark. This nearly-black shade of grey creates a cozy, Scandinavian-inspired space. Bring on the hygge!Photo Credit: Getty Images
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Prince of Cyan
5/21Prince of Cyan
5/21Photo Credit: HGTV Canada
One of the most popular kitchen paint trends of 2021 is colourful cabinets. This rich cyan colour creates contrast with the white quartz countertop, letting its grey and gold veining shine out.Paint21 Swoon-Worthy Colours That Will Inspire You to Get Your DIY OnPrince of Cyan
PHOTO 5 of 21READ LESS -One of the most popular kitchen paint trends of 2021 is colourful cabinets. This rich cyan colour creates contrast with the white quartz countertop, letting its grey and gold veining shine out.Photo Credit: HGTV Canada
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Crowning Glory
6/21Crowning Glory
6/21Photo Credit: Behr: Smoky White BWC-13; Voyage PPU13-07; Broadway PPU18-20
Blue-green is one of the most popular paint colours of 2021 — a fun way to incorporate into your home is to take your paintbrush up high, right around the rim of the room.Paint21 Swoon-Worthy Colours That Will Inspire You to Get Your DIY OnCrowning Glory
PHOTO 6 of 21READ LESS -Blue-green is one of the most popular paint colours of 2021 — a fun way to incorporate into your home is to take your paintbrush up high, right around the rim of the room.Photo Credit: Behr: Smoky White BWC-13; Voyage PPU13-07; Broadway PPU18-20
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Buttered Toast
7/21Buttered Toast
7/21Photo Credit: Getty Images
This creamy yellow colour is the toast of the town, especially when paired with the warm whites, greys and copper featured in this <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/bathrooms/photos/property-brothers-bathrooms-from-outdated-to-outstanding-1940792/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">stunning bathroom</a>.Paint21 Swoon-Worthy Colours That Will Inspire You to Get Your DIY OnButtered Toast
PHOTO 7 of 21READ LESS -This creamy yellow colour is the toast of the town, especially when paired with the warm whites, greys and copper featured in this <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/bathrooms/photos/property-brothers-bathrooms-from-outdated-to-outstanding-1940792/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">stunning bathroom</a>.Photo Credit: Getty Images
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Good as Gold
8/21Good as Gold
8/21Photo Credit: Behr: Cellini Gold HDC-CL-18
The warm, rich hues of gold are confident and inviting, injecting a sense of refined whimsy into any space, from the kitchen to living room.Paint21 Swoon-Worthy Colours That Will Inspire You to Get Your DIY OnGood as Gold
PHOTO 8 of 21READ LESS -The warm, rich hues of gold are confident and inviting, injecting a sense of refined whimsy into any space, from the kitchen to living room.Photo Credit: Behr: Cellini Gold HDC-CL-18
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Hunting Lodge
9/21Hunting Lodge
9/21Photo Credit: Behr: Royal Orchard PPU11-01; Broadway PPU18-20
To dive deep into the trendiest paint colours of 2021, peruse the <a href="https://www.behr.ca/consumer/inspiration/2021-color-trends/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Behr Colour Trends 2021 Palette</a>, which provides plenty of in-depth inspiration and colour combo suggestions, such as pairing <a href="https://www.behr.ca/consumer/inspiration/2021-color-trends/quiet-haven-palette/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">BEHR Royal Orchard PPU11-01</a> with matte-black <a href="https://www.behr.ca/consumer/ColorDetailView/PPU18-20" rel="noopener" target="_blank">BEHR Broadway PPU18-20</a>.Paint21 Swoon-Worthy Colours That Will Inspire You to Get Your DIY OnHunting Lodge
PHOTO 9 of 21READ LESS -To dive deep into the trendiest paint colours of 2021, peruse the <a href="https://www.behr.ca/consumer/inspiration/2021-color-trends/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Behr Colour Trends 2021 Palette</a>, which provides plenty of in-depth inspiration and colour combo suggestions, such as pairing <a href="https://www.behr.ca/consumer/inspiration/2021-color-trends/quiet-haven-palette/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">BEHR Royal Orchard PPU11-01</a> with matte-black <a href="https://www.behr.ca/consumer/ColorDetailView/PPU18-20" rel="noopener" target="_blank">BEHR Broadway PPU18-20</a>.Photo Credit: Behr: Royal Orchard PPU11-01; Broadway PPU18-20
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At First Blush
10/21At First Blush
10/21Photo Credit: Behr
Painting the front door a welcoming (and trending) blush pink isn’t just an easy DIY project, it also promises to put a smile on your face every time you come home.Paint21 Swoon-Worthy Colours That Will Inspire You to Get Your DIY OnAt First Blush
PHOTO 10 of 21READ LESS -Painting the front door a welcoming (and trending) blush pink isn’t just an easy DIY project, it also promises to put a smile on your face every time you come home.Photo Credit: Behr
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Back in Black
11/21Back in Black
11/21Photo Credit: Behr: Broadway PPU18-20; Smoky White BWC-13
When it comes to using black paint inside, conventional decorating wisdom needs to be thrown out the window. Once thought of as an oppressive shade, black is now highlighted by white trim and warm accessories to complete its cozy-room effect.<br><br>Related: <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/shows/property-brothers-buying-and-selling/photos/black-white-designs-1929758/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">See How the Property Brothers Integrate Black and White Into Their Design</a>Paint21 Swoon-Worthy Colours That Will Inspire You to Get Your DIY OnBack in Black
PHOTO 11 of 21READ LESS -When it comes to using black paint inside, conventional decorating wisdom needs to be thrown out the window. Once thought of as an oppressive shade, black is now highlighted by white trim and warm accessories to complete its cozy-room effect.<br><br>Related: <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/shows/property-brothers-buying-and-selling/photos/black-white-designs-1929758/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">See How the Property Brothers Integrate Black and White Into Their Design</a>Photo Credit: Behr: Broadway PPU18-20; Smoky White BWC-13
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Spice it Up
12/21Spice it Up
12/21Photo Credit: Behr: Saffron Strands PPU6-02
When looking for the perfect feature-wall colour, head to the spice rack for inspiration.Paint21 Swoon-Worthy Colours That Will Inspire You to Get Your DIY OnSpice it Up
PHOTO 12 of 21READ LESS -When looking for the perfect feature-wall colour, head to the spice rack for inspiration.Photo Credit: Behr: Saffron Strands PPU6-02
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Unbolt Cobalt
13/21Unbolt Cobalt
13/21Photo Credit: Getty Images
A <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/paint/photos/diy-ideas-old-furniture-new-life-paint-1928933/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">DIY paint project</a> doesn’t have to be a massive undertaking — start small. This cobalt-blue vanity is the perfect example of taking a popular paint colour in 2021 and integrating it into your home.Paint21 Swoon-Worthy Colours That Will Inspire You to Get Your DIY OnUnbolt Cobalt
PHOTO 13 of 21READ LESS -A <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/paint/photos/diy-ideas-old-furniture-new-life-paint-1928933/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">DIY paint project</a> doesn’t have to be a massive undertaking — start small. This cobalt-blue vanity is the perfect example of taking a popular paint colour in 2021 and integrating it into your home.Photo Credit: Getty Images
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Make a Mint
14/21Make a Mint
14/21Photo Credit: Behr: Dayflower MQ3-54, Wishful Green M410-2
This creamy mint colour would breathe new life into a tired interior and challenge old rules on appropriate indoor paint colours. Go on, freshen it up!Paint21 Swoon-Worthy Colours That Will Inspire You to Get Your DIY OnMake a Mint
PHOTO 14 of 21READ LESS -This creamy mint colour would breathe new life into a tired interior and challenge old rules on appropriate indoor paint colours. Go on, freshen it up!Photo Credit: Behr: Dayflower MQ3-54, Wishful Green M410-2
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Marzipan Makeover
15/21Marzipan Makeover
15/21Photo Credit: Behr: Almond Wisp PPU5-12
Sweet almond pairs perfectly with soothing cream tones in this luxury bathroom — now’s the time to trying this winning combo in your own home. We promise it’ll be to your taste.Paint21 Swoon-Worthy Colours That Will Inspire You to Get Your DIY OnMarzipan Makeover
PHOTO 15 of 21READ LESS -Sweet almond pairs perfectly with soothing cream tones in this luxury bathroom — now’s the time to trying this winning combo in your own home. We promise it’ll be to your taste.Photo Credit: Behr: Almond Wisp PPU5-12
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Not That Rusty
16/21Not That Rusty
16/21Photo Credit: Getty Images
Finding inspiration from the U.S. Southwest, this impressive, deep red-rust colour adds depth and warmth to an entryway.Paint21 Swoon-Worthy Colours That Will Inspire You to Get Your DIY OnNot That Rusty
PHOTO 16 of 21READ LESS -Finding inspiration from the U.S. Southwest, this impressive, deep red-rust colour adds depth and warmth to an entryway.Photo Credit: Getty Images
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Natural Essence
17/21Natural Essence
17/21Photo Credit: Behr: Jojoba N390-3; Broadway PPU18-20
In a bedroom, you want your paint colour to bring a sense of calm and ease — a natural, pale-green shade offers both in abundance.Paint21 Swoon-Worthy Colours That Will Inspire You to Get Your DIY OnNatural Essence
PHOTO 17 of 21READ LESS -In a bedroom, you want your paint colour to bring a sense of calm and ease — a natural, pale-green shade offers both in abundance.Photo Credit: Behr: Jojoba N390-3; Broadway PPU18-20
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Magical Magenta
18/21Magical Magenta
18/21Photo Credit: Behr: Smoky White BWC-13; Euphoric Magenta M110-7; Broadway PPU18-20; Caribe PPU13-01
Colour can be a conversation starter. Adding on-trend magenta to the back of a shelving unit in a dining room will have your future dinner guests buzzing.Paint21 Swoon-Worthy Colours That Will Inspire You to Get Your DIY OnMagical Magenta
PHOTO 18 of 21READ LESS -Colour can be a conversation starter. Adding on-trend magenta to the back of a shelving unit in a dining room will have your future dinner guests buzzing.Photo Credit: Behr: Smoky White BWC-13; Euphoric Magenta M110-7; Broadway PPU18-20; Caribe PPU13-01
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Canary in the Coalmine
19/21Canary in the Coalmine
19/21Photo Credit: Getty Images
Think about updating your kitchen with one of the latest paint trends —canary yellow. You don’t need to go overboard, though; sometimes a small splash of a single colour in a small area is all you need.Paint21 Swoon-Worthy Colours That Will Inspire You to Get Your DIY OnCanary in the Coalmine
PHOTO 19 of 21READ LESS -Think about updating your kitchen with one of the latest paint trends —canary yellow. You don’t need to go overboard, though; sometimes a small splash of a single colour in a small area is all you need.Photo Credit: Getty Images
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Feeling the Blues
20/21Feeling the Blues
20/21Photo Credit: Behr: Jean Jacket Blue S510-4
As more and more of us spend time in our home offices, making sure your workspace is conducive to concentration and calm is key. (Bonus: It’ll up your Zoom-call-background game.)Paint21 Swoon-Worthy Colours That Will Inspire You to Get Your DIY OnFeeling the Blues
PHOTO 20 of 21READ LESS -As more and more of us spend time in our home offices, making sure your workspace is conducive to concentration and calm is key. (Bonus: It’ll up your Zoom-call-background game.)Photo Credit: Behr: Jean Jacket Blue S510-4
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High Sierras
21/21High Sierras
21/21Photo Credit: Behr: Sierra N240-4; Broadway PPU18-20
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. Look to nature for your top neutral paint colours this year.Paint21 Swoon-Worthy Colours That Will Inspire You to Get Your DIY OnHigh Sierras
PHOTO 21 of 21READ LESS -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. Look to nature for your top neutral paint colours this year.Photo Credit: Behr: Sierra N240-4; Broadway PPU18-20
