This is the time of year for new beginnings! Winter has just started, and we are looking forward to the new year. Now is the time when paint companies start to reveal their 2019 colors of the year.
So, which room do you want to paint first?
Benjamin Moore’s 2019 color of the year
As with any other year, Benjamin Moore did not disappoint when they revealed their 2019 color of the year. Metropolitan AF is a stylish soft grey. This cool grey offers an air of sophistication.
As with any cool toned color, Metropolitan AF will open up the feel of any room. Cool colors are the perfect choice for rooms that you want to feel bigger. Try adding it to a small living room, or a kitchen and breathe a sigh of relief as the space opens!
To complement this cool, soft grey, Benjamin Moore has compiled a list of fifteen colors that will add life to any room. These colors seem offer a memory of warm desert sunsets, or cool misty lake sunrises. Which room will you paint in Benjamin Moore’s 2019 color of the year?
Sherwin Williams 2019 color of the year
Not to be outdone, Sherwin Williams has unfurled it’s own 2019 color of the year – Cavern Clay. This earthy terracotta is a nod to the midcentury style, while also incorporating a taste of the American Southwest.
As with any warm color, Cavern Clay will cause the walls to come closer together. If you have a room that you want to bring together, and create a cozier environment, this should be your first choice!
Complements to Cavern Clay
Although Sherwin Williams offers five color combinations to complement Cavern Clay, we especially love Distance. Distance is a dark, dusty blue that reminisces of a rainy day. If you are worried about how this dark color in your room, read these tips on using Distance effectively!
These colors and their complements are incredibly inspiring. We are excited by the range of warm and cool colors for 2019. If you are worried about finding the right color for your room, contact your local painting pro! They will be able to give you their professional advice, and help you find the perfect shade for any room.