15 Paint Colors That Feel Warm

Even if it seems like a subtle detail, the color you paint a room can have an enormous overall impact on the ambiance of your space. For instance, one shade of gray can read stark and cold while other variations can lend the perfect amount of welcoming warmth.

The same is true for hues in the brown, white, green, and even purples. We asked an assortment of interior designers to share which interior paint colors are giving them all the warm and cozy vibes right now, so prepare to feel inspired.

Farrow & Ball: London Clay

“We are seeing a strong dive into walnut brown from paint to furniture, wood stains, textiles, and more,” says Heather Fujikawa, owner and principal designer at House Sprucing. London Clay is Farrow & Ball’s "warmest brown" that's infused with undertones of magenta. It leans into the earthy walnut trend while capturing a wealth of warmth.

Where to Use It:

“This cozy paint color could be beautiful as a signature wall in a room or painted on an entry wall for unique contrast,” Fujikawa suggests.

A wall painted in Benjamin Moore's Louisburg Green, a muted green color.

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2. Benjamin Moore: Louisburg Green

Colors like olive and sage are also trending in a big way this year. “If you're looking to use this trend in your home in a way that feels cozy, go for a mid-toned shade like Louisburg Green,” advises Kaitlin Madden, co-founder of The Finish. She adds, “To me, paints that aren't too dark or too light feel the coziest. Very light colors tend to create spaces that feel vibrant and energetic, while very deep shades can be very dramatic.”

Where to Use It:

Madden loves this accent color for a powder room.

Benjamin Moore's Black Forest Green, a blackened shade of green.

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3. Benjamin Moore: Black Forest Green

Want to go darker with your green? Try Black Forest Green, which is part of Benjamin Moore’s historic collection. “It’s a color that will stand the test of time, but also put you right in the middle of the current green trend,” says home expert Jaclyn James.

Where to Use It:

“Black Forest Green is a great color to add warmth to your home office and for a pop of color in your kitchen on the island,” says James. “This color would also work well in a room that has a complementary bold wallpaper accent wall to add warmth while not overpowering the wallpaper.”

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Bejnamin Moore's Baby Fawn, a warm, refreshing color.

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4. Benjamin Moore: Baby Fawn

. PPG Porter Paints: Weathered Wood

This new, 2023 release from PPG Paints is part of the brand’s Serenity color palette, which is loaded with both warm and cool soothing tones. Weathered Wood is a mid-toned, neutral brown sugar beige that sits on the warmer side of the scale. Kimberly Greenwell, housing education expert and host of My Southern Home, says, “This color will wrap you in all the seasonal feels all year long.”

Where to Use It:

“This color is perfect for the living area of a home or a lower level,” Greenwell says. She adds that mid-dark neutral tones are “perfect for open floor plans with lots of windows and large lower levels.”

Sherwin-Williams' Clove, a deep brown color.

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6. Sherwin-Williams: Clove

For a boost of rich warmth, consider Sherwin-Williams’ Clove. It’s not quite brown and not entirely black, but lands somewhere perfectly in the middle. “It adds a comfortable coziness to any room,” says Linda Smith, co-founder of BLDC Design. “The richness of the color plays as a neutral with almost any palette.”

Where to Use It:

Smith recommends using this paint color in smaller spaces to create a strong, dramatic statement, such as in a guest bedroom or small bathroom.

Sherwin-Williams' White Sand, a white variation.

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7. Sherwin-Williams: White Sand

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8. Benjamin Moore: Simply White

Sherwin-Williams: Black Magic

Benjamin Moore: Finnie Gray