Adapted from Benjamin Moore’s Color Trends & Color of the Year 2021 article.

Your home should be your oasis, a place where you can find peace and comfort. Believe it or not, the colors of paint you choose for your walls can help you feel relaxed and put you in the right mood.

Many studies have shown that muted tones cause people to feel calm and peaceful, which may be the reason they are currently trending this year. If you’re ready to feel the same, these colors below from our friends at Benjamin Moore will help you achieve that.

2136-40

A blend of blue-green and gray, Aegean Teal 2136-40 is an intriguing midtone that creates natural harmony.

2138-60

A great complement to Classic Colors, Gray Cashmere 2138-60 offers a hue that excites and inspires with a pure, deep, clear color that creates striking combinations.

OC-145

Formerly known as Atrium White PM-13, this color is part of the Off-White Color collection. Inherently sophisticated and endlessly versatile, Atrium White OC-145 offers a subtle nuance that suits tranquil, serene environments.

OC-12

Another color that is part of the Off-White Color collection, Muslin OC-12 creates color-enhancing accents for dynamic spaces.

2106-70

Smoky, light, and delicate, Foggy Morning 2106-70 suggests an early morning walk through woods shrouded in a blanket of dew. Pair it with violet for a sophisticated look.

2115-30

A hint of black gives this pronounced shade of deepest mauve its rich, velvety quality. Dramatically dark, it inspires a sense of tranquility.

AF-655

Red undertones make Silhouette AF-655 a sultry gray that can turn an unremarkable room into a lush, sumptuous space.

HC-86

This color is part of the Historic Color collection, our most popular palette. Steeped in tradition, this refined, elegant color delivers a timeless hue that can be used in traditional as well as contemporary spaces.

HC-2

Another color from our Historic Color collection, Beacon Hill Damask HC-2 was unveiled in 1976 to celebrate the US bicentennial, and inspired by the historic landmark.

HC-9

An earthy, gently muted maize that works beautifully in both contemporary and classic settings.

1221

This elegant color guarantees a beautiful, usable hue all the time, every time. It is as timeless as it is forward.

2089-20

A bold, saturated color that brings spaces to life for those looking to illuminate their world with pure, extraordinary color. A great complement to Classic Colors, Rosy Peach 2089-20 excites and inspires with a pure, deep, clear color that helps create striking combinations.

There are many ways to choose the ideal color for your next paint project. Before you get started, visit our Paint Project page for expert insights and inspiration. If you’re looking to get creative and see what some of the above colors look like in your home, stop in to speak with our Paint Experts and we’ll be more than happy to help you create the perfect color scheme for your home.