Orange Paint Colors
Orange is a youthful paint color that represents confidence and optimism. Add this color to spaces where you want spirited energy, like a home office, living room or kitchen. And don't just fall for vibrant orange; terra-cotta hues and soft peach tones can add plenty of zest to your space.
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What are The Popular Shades of Orange?
It can be hard to incorporate such a bold color into your space, but plenty of orange shades accommodate a variety of homes. Warm terra-cottas, burnt orange and soft pink-orange tones are popular orange paint colors. Pennywise SW 6349 is a bold terra-cotta that makes a comforting dining room or entryway. Copper Harbor SW 6634 is a muted burnt orange for subtle vibrance in a kitchen or bathroom. Lastly, Sociable SW 6359 is the perfect pinky orange to delight in.
Colors That Go Well with Orange
Finding a color that goes well with orange is all about choosing a shade that will go well with the orange shade you want. Navel SW 6887 is a bold orange that pairs well with a soft green if you want to pair green and orange. A rich green goes together seamlessly with a soft, creamy orange like Sumptuous Peach SW 6345.
Mixing cool tones with warm tones is a winning combination, and orange and blue are no different. A red-orange paint color such as Obstinate Orange SW 6884 will pair beautifully with a dark blue or navy shade. Burnt orange paint colors and teal also go together to create a cozy Mid-century Modern haven.
Orange Paint Inspiration
If you want to use orange in your home but don't know where to start, here are some ideas to help you consider the possibilities. If you've fallen in love with a bright orange or coral shade like Ravishing Coral SW 6612 but don't want to commit fully, an orange accent wall will give you a pop of brightness in a bedroom or office. Try a slightly saturated orange like Papaya SW 6661 to be more adventurous and use orange in your living room. This yellow-orange tone will please the eye in north or south-facing spaces.
What about orange exterior paint? Believe it or not, orange is a great color to add curb appeal to your home. Add a vibrant orange to your exterior color palette or look for a muted brown-orange shade like Nomadic Desert SW 6107 or Baked Cookie SW 9098 to give your home a neutral exterior with which to experiment with other colors.
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