mint wall with wooden bed in front

7 expert-chosen paint colors to add to your walls

If you’re feeling inspired to redecorate during the stay-at-home order, these 2020 color recommendations from nationally known paint companies are worth a look.

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mint wall with wooden bed in front Minty Fresh DE5687, $15-$35 per gallon; Dunn-Edwards Paints
If you’re looking for a fresh start following the global pandemic, you may want to consider donning your walls with Dunn-Edwards Paints’ signature Minty Fresh. The crisp color is meant to relay feelings of enthusiasm and optimism in every space, no matter if you choose to paint an accent wall inside or the exterior entrance to your home.
blue wall with dining room table in front Chinese Porcelain (DLX1160-6), prices vary by size; Dulux
Recognized globally as a leading brand of high-quality paint, Dulux has a wide variety of paint selections for all projects, big and small. The company chose its 2020 color of the year as an ode to nature and simplicity, inspired by earth's elements.
pink wall with green chairs in front Romance HGSW2067, prices vary by size; HGTV HOME by Sherwin-Williams
HGTV Home by Sherwin-Williams released Romance, its 2020 color of the year, as an ode to the calmness we all desire in our home. According to the company’s website, the posh pink serves as a great backdrop paired with mint-colored furniture.
green wall with couch in front Back to Nature S340-4, $30-$45 per gallon; Behr
Get in touch with your wild side, with help from Behr’s 2020 color of the year. The green shade is inspired by the spirit of discovery, and would look great on the interior or exterior of your home.
naval blue wall paint Naval, SW 6244, prices vary by size; Sherwin-Williams
Naval, chosen by Sherwin-Williams as its 2020 color of the year, is a modern spin on classic blue, meant to evoke feelings of calm and infinite possibilities. Not a bad mood board for your home right now, don’t you think?
blush pink cabinet with vases on top First Light 2102-70, $10.99 / pint; Benjamin Moore
Benjamin Moore’s color of the year is a soft, rosy hue that can brighten up any room. According to the renowned paint company, the shade is meant to uplift spirits and be a backdrop for a bright, new decade.
bright yellow fireplace KM5183 Sun God, $57.99 per gallon; My Perfect Color
Kelly-Moore Paints went bold with its 2020 color palette predictions, choosing the bright Sun God as its color of the year. This look is great for accent pieces, such as upholstery, cabinetry and faucets, tying the entirety of a space together.

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