9 Of The Best Wall Colours For Your Living Room

While some may find this hue boring, grey exudes a sense of understated luxury. It is one of those colours that can easily bring in a sophisticated vibe that is ideal for a contemporary-style living room. The colour is incredibly adaptable, can serve as a timeless backdrop, and different tones of grey can seamlessly blend well with most colours.

Complementary Colours: White, pastel pink, maroon, black, dark grey, and blue

Pro-Tip: 5 ways to achieve a grey bedroom.

Introducing different hues of blue, particularly lighter shades, is a great way to create a calm and soothing space. The colour is known to play on our eyes and when used on walls, can give the perception of a larger space. In a living room with blue walls, bringing in rustic furniture and decor can create a more welcoming space, while pops of white can add to the serene look.

Complementary Colours: Muted pink, yellow, white, and light grey

If you are looking for a bold colour option, yellow is it! A Vastu-approved shade, yellow, can easily catch your attention, bring in a dash of cheer, and lend a warm feel to a space. While it may seem a tad too bright to most people, you can experiment with softer tones of yellow to create a peppy living room.

Complementary Colours: Light or dark grey, pale blue, brown, and green

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Even though it is not as trendy as blue or white, brown is a versatile colour that is often overlooked and underestimated. When mindfully chosen, it is a warm and earthy hue that blends well with a variety of colours and can help you add old-world charm to a space without having to put in too much effort. When it comes to your living room, consider using rustic shades with natural tints that can also provide a perception of depth.

Complementary Colours: Beige, white, golden, and black

Although black is incorporated into living rooms in bits and pieces, an all-black living room makes for a dramatic and eye-catching space. While black can be paired with any and every colour, combine black with white for a bold look. To create a truly distinctive space that stands out, dark-coloured furniture, floors, and decor can help amp up the look even more.

Complementary Colours: Blue, white, tan, and grey

Pro-Tip: Easy ways to add black to your home.

If you wish to have a minimalist living room that isn't all-white, go for a subtle beige. It is a safe, understated neutral colour that can render a clean, elegant look to the space. Best of all, the colour combinations that work well with beige are endless—beige on beige looks lovely while contrasting shades like dark browns and reds give a dramatic feel.

Complementary Colours: Dark brown, soft pink, green, blue and rustic red

The alluring and refreshing nature of a green colour palette opens up a space and beautifully infuses freshness. While greens are often associated with dark shades like an emerald that can create a strong feel, milder tones like mint green can bring a sense of tranquility. For a more cohesive setting that exudes comfort and delight, consider bringing in plants and adding hints of nature to the space.

Complementary Colours: White, beige, olive, and burnt orange

Pro-Tip: Check out 20 easy-to-maintain indoor plants and 6 ways to add hints of nature to your space.

A striking red living room looks like it's been picked straight out of a Vogue catalogue. We like how a bold bright red conveys energy and power, while the aesthetics can be balanced out by pairing it with white or wooden decor accents.

Complementary Colours: Forest green, light grey, white, blue, pink, and cream

Pink is again a popular colour for living room walls and the key lies in mixing tones so as to avoid the scheme from looking too barbie. As opposed to bright red, soft hues of pink are gentler and can add character to a room while giving it a blush look all over. You can pair it with black accents for a modern touch or keep it clean with neutrals for a chic living room.

Complementary Colours: Dark or light grey, hot pink, teal, and black

Now that you have decided on a colour for the walls, here are 10 simple ways to decorate your living room.