The Book of Browns & Beiges Paint Colors
Brown paint colors are viewed as approachable, genuine, and safe – all traits that make brown paint hues great choices for those who want to encourage a home environment where individuals feel comfortable to be themselves. As with the color green, much of our symbolic association with brown comes from its presence in nature. The colors of tree roots, soils, muds, and sands, brown paint colors allow us to feel rooted, stable, practical, and responsible.
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The personality of brown is grounded and stable, just as the common phrase “down to earth” is often used to describe a person whose temperament is easy-going and modest. But Brown Paint Colors can also surprise you and, in the right shade and harmony, can just as easily express elegance, quality, and strength.
Pittsburgh Paints & Stains Expert Tip
When a mid-tone brown is your dominant color, use lighter and darker variations of the same paint hue to add elegance.
Dining Areas and Family Rooms
Soft brown paint tones bring warmth to community spaces. Deeper brown paint hues are inviting and evoke a modern elegance, especially when paired with neutral accents.
Pittsburgh Paints & Stains Expert Tip
Pair lighter brown paint colors on walls and trim with dark furniture for effortless elegance.
Living Rooms, Studies and Master Bedrooms
Lighter and brighter brown paint colors are reassuring and friendly in living rooms, but are also welcome practically everywhere in the home. Mid-tone and darker shades of brown paint bring a sense of maturity and sophistication to any room.
Pittsburgh Paints & Stains Expert Tip
Always look at the bottom stripe of color on the color chips to determine if a beige paint color is rooted in brown or green.
Exterior Brown Paint Colors
A harmony of brown paint colors used on the exterior of a home communicate a place of kindness, modesty, support, and sensible thinking. Off-whites add brightness and open thinking, while promoting peacefulness.
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You can select from a variety of our standard images, or upload your own photo of a room or exterior. By mixing and matching different colors, you can easily envision your finished painting project.
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Color Inspiration
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