This year is going to be a warm one, and not just the weather. Trending paint palettes are going warmer with a calm, comfortable twist.
Take, for instance, Pantone’s 2024 color of the year, Peach Fuzz, a warm orangey pink. “We chose a color radiant with warmth and modern elegance,” says Leatrice Eiseman, executive director of the Pantone Color Institute. “A shade that resonates with compassion, offers a tactile embrace and effortlessly bridges the youthful with the timeless. Peach Fuzz can go timeless with warm off-whites or hot and tropical when paired with bold blues and scorching pinks and yellows.”
Benjamin Moore: Blue Nova
Blue with just a splash of violet, Blue Nova is a deep color inspired by the brilliance of a new star.
“The Color Trends 2024 palette tells a story of duality, juxtaposing light against dark, warm and cool, showcasing complementary and contrasting color pairings” says Andrea Magno, color marketing and development manager at Benjamin Moore. “Blue Nova is an alluring mid-tone that balances depth and intrigue with classic appeal and reassurance.”
Benjamin Moore pairs it with neutrals such as White Dove and colorful, playful Honeybee. It can go more thoughtful with Regent Green or Antique Pewter.
Sherwin Williams: Upward
This breezy blue is a peaceful, positive shade that evokes tranquility and peace. It’s one of 48 hues from the company‚ Colormix Forecast 2024, which is divided into four palettes organized by color family, all of which bring a warm, comforting glow to the home.
Behr Paint Company: Cracked Pepper
Cracked Pepper from Behr is a neutral, modern shade that’s dark but still manages to evoke warmth. “As we look into 2024, creating a sense of comfort and belonging will continue to drive design decisions‚ but now, as life returns to its more familiar rhythms, it’s time to allow our senses to come alive. From heightening the aromas of a dining room to feeling the softness of a living area, Cracked Pepper enhances the natural expression in any space,” says Erika Woelfel, vice president of color and creative services at Behr Paint Company.
