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Do warm grey paint colours exist?

8 years ago

I'm looking to redecorate my long narrow, dark living room in two shades of grey. However I'm worried this could make our room feel cold especially as it doesn't get much natural light.

Can anyone suggest some warm greys to use? Do they exist?! I'm trying to steer away from cream and greens which is what I currently have.

All advice welcome especially on UK paint manufacturers.

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Susan Peterson

8 years ago

Hi Maxine here's a great article with handy tips for painting in grey. http://www.madaboutthehouse.com/mad-about-50-shades-of-grey-paint/

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mrsmcee74
8 years ago
There's the ubiquitous Farrow & Ball Elephants Breath.
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Amber Jeavons Ltd
8 years ago
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Hello Maxine, I have to say I love grey... The article above is a good source of visual stimulus if you have not gone down the grey route before.. I even suggest going down the charcoal route too... I think grey is a warm and enveloping colour and if you team it with vibrant pieces, accents of gold or copper which are really fantastic... as are rich yellows and burnt oranges... :))

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veryvert
8 years ago
Dulux Just Walnut looks grey but actually has brown at its base and I have it all over most of my home. Goes with everything and is classy and calm in every light. x
Maxine
Original Author
8 years ago
Thanks everyone. I have to say Elephants Breath could be the one. I did some research and it actually has a warm yellow undertone. I now have a sample stuck to the wall to observe under different lights :-)
haylescakes
8 years ago
I'm going to let you into a secret. I found the most beautiful warm grey. it's called Anchors Aweigh by Valspar. I have it in my bedroom and it does change its appearance depending on the time of day and light. it's a lovely warm grey through to dove grey through to mushroom through to French grey. have a look in B&Q
Maxine
Original Author
8 years ago
Thanks Haylescakes. I keep hearing good things about valspar but am yet to try them out. I shall check that shade out.
Kerry Donnelly
8 years ago
Wickes sell really nice shades of grey and the paint covers really well, the slate grey is really nice, so is the nickel and steel. I've used them all and been really chuffed with the outcome.

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