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looking to spruce up yoru home for 2026? Several paint brands have released their 2026 Color of the Year to help you determine your home’s new look.
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Behr Paint Company picked “Hidden Gem” (N430-6A) as its 2026 Color of the Year. The color is described as “a smoky jade that uncovers exceptional beauty in every space.”
“This dynamic blend of blue and green creates environments that feel both grounded and energizing-striking a redefined balance as a one-of-a-kind color,” the paint brand added.
What they’re saying:
“Now more than ever, there’s a growing appetite for colors that challenge convention and bring an unexpected sense of wonder to everyday spaces,” Erika Woelfel, VP of Color and Creative Services at Behr Paint, said in a news release. “Hidden Gem captures that spirit in both name and color-its depth and refinement meets the desire for colors that are eternally stunning and stylish.”
valspar goes with ‘Warm Eucalyptus’ for 2026
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Valspar selected Warm Eucalyptus 8004-28F as its 2026 Color of the Year drescibring it as “naturally restorative and serene, Warm Eucal
Sherwin-Williams Names Universal Khaki as 2026 Color of the Year
Sherwin-Williams has selected Universal Khaki (SW 6150) as its 2026 Color of the Year, in collaboration with HGTV Home by Sherwin-Williams. The color is described as a “warm, grounded neutral” intended to evoke a sense of calm simplicity and timelessness.
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According to Sherwin-Williams, Universal Khaki “captures the essence of life’s bare essentials, offering a calming simplicity and timeless appeal.” The choice reflects a broader trend towards comforting and versatile neutrals in interior design.
!Universal khaki SW 6150 (Credit: Sherwin-Williams)
Universal Khaki SW 6150 (Credit: Sherwin-Williams)
What they’re saying:
Sue Wadden, director of color marketing at Sherwin-Williams, stated, “Khaki is more than just a neutral-it’s a timeless, go-anywhere shade that brings a sense of grounded elegance to any space.” She further explained that the color’s “warm, earthy undertones effortlessly complement a wide range of colors, creating a rich, inviting backdrop that can transform an entire design with quiet confidence.” [1]
The source: This information is based on official announcements and news releases issued by Sherwin-Williams. This story was reported from Los Angeles.
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[1]: https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/sherwin-williams-and-hgtv-home-by-sherwin-williams-unite-to-name-universal-khaki-as-their-2026-color-of-the-year-302564954.html#:~:text=Sherwin%2DWilliams%20and%20HGTV%20Home,2026%20Color%20of%20the%20Year