Sparkling Sage
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"Sparkling Sage is a light and gentle shade in the green color family," Kim says. It has subtle gray undertones and a touch of blue for the ultimate balance between airy and grounded. Green is intrinsically nurturing and this soft shade looks especially striking when paired with reclaimed wood accents, matte black metals, and crisp white trim. Kim suggests using Sparkling Sage in spaces where you need to relax and recharge, such as a primary bedroom suite.
Paint Color: Sparkling Sage by Valspar
Ultra White
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For a pure and simple backdrop color, you can't go wrong with Ultra White. "This shade has been one of the best-selling colors for many years and is still trending as we seek an understated, luxurious look," Kim says. This modern white is highly versatile and works just as well as an all-over color as it does as a finishing touch on trim, doors, and ceilings.
Paint Color: Ultra White by Valspar
Filtered Shade
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"Although light, Filtered Shade makes the open space more inviting and helps set a refreshed mood in familiar spaces," Kim says. The gray color family has experienced a transformation in recent years with warm-toned grays replacing true, cool gray as a consumer favorite. This soft gray has a warm undertone that adds sophisticated comfort and an elegant backdrop to any room and design style.
Paint Color: Filtered Shade by Valspar
Dark Kettle Black
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If you're looking for a tried and true black paint color, Kim recommends Dark Kettle Black. "It's daring when used in interior spaces and has now become the signature look of modern style for the outdoors," she says. A dark shade provides an immersive experience, so Kim recommends using a low sheen to make this distinctive shade more livable.
Paint Color: Dark Kettle Black by Valspar
Blue Arrow
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Add a splash of Blue Arrow for a refreshing and calming space. "This cooled-down blue with a yellow undertone brings a modern charm to any space," Kim says. Juxtapose it with exposed brick, mid-tone woods, natural stone, wicker accents, and plenty of solid white surfaces for a timeless coastal aesthetic.
Paint Color: Blue Arrow by Valspar
Heritage Gray
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Use Heritage Gray as a supportive backdrop that allows your personal style to shine through. "A shade between gray and beige, both popular color families, this greige paint color harmonizes well with surrounding colors and elevates natural decor, especially in busy spaces like the kitchen," Kim says.
Paint Color: Heritage Gray by Valspar
Indigo Cloth
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Indigo Cloth's rich depth makes for an assuring shade of blue. If you want to add saturated color but worry about it being overpowering, use this on the upper portion of the wall above a decorative wall treatment such as beadboard, wainscoting, or a chair rail.
Paint Color: Indigo Cloth by Valspar
Cozy White
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Cozy White fills a space with the warmth and familiarity that we crave in our homes. Kim draws attention to the soothing tone's versatility and the fact that it sets a neutral backdrop for your evolving style choices. She suggests using Cozy White in a bedroom or living room, and recommends pairing it with a similar color family, dark woods, and highly textured decor for an elegant tone-on-tone design.
Paint Color: Cozy White by Valspar
Apricot Whisper
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Infuse your home with a cheerful fruit-inspired shade that's inviting and radiates joy. "Apricot Whisper is a chalky and approachable peach shade that takes a positive attitude in the world of grays," Kim says. She recommends using this light and playful paint color in areas with low lighting such as a small bathroom to add a healthy glow to your daily routine.
Paint Color: Apricot Whisper by Valspar
Classic Red
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Give an ordinary space a theatrical atmosphere using Valspar's iconic Classic Red. "It’s not for the faint of heart, but the color works well with warm leathers, dark wood tones, and aged metal," Kim says. The saturation and intensity in this red paint color ushers in a bright dose of energy. If you're ready to make a dramatic design statement, give this hue a try.
Paint Color: Classic Red by Valspar