Popular Exterior And Interior Paint Colors In 2022

Finding the perfect color for the interior or exterior of your home can sometimes be a daunting task. Ensuring the colors flow nicely from room-to-room is a must, and making sure what you choose is in line with your style is just as important. If you’re having a hard time figuring out which colors to choose, we can help.

Essentially, you are going to be the author of color in and on your home, but we wanted to share some of the popular colors we’ve seen this year to hopefully give you some inspiration. We’ve also included colors that go well with each option so you have more to choose from. Each color palette can be used to help choose interior and exterior accent, or trim colors. These palettes can also help you choose paint colors for multiple rooms in your home so everything goes well together. 

Pro Tip: If you don’t like any of the popular choices and still can’t make a decision, JK Paint has professional color consultants available to help in the surrounding Portland Metro areas of Oregon. Having a color consultant can streamline the paint process, saving time and money (Timmons). On top of that, hiring a color consultant is a sure way to end up satisfied with your result.

These colors have been seen on both exterior and interior walls in 2022. Whether you’re looking for something to refresh the inside of your home or to update the outside of your house for better curb appeal, we hope you see something you like!

Agreeable Gray, Sherwin Williams (“Agreeable Gray SW 7029 – Neutral Paint Color”)

Agreeable Gray is a great neutral color for any room or exterior house siding color. It offers a slightly earthy tone that looks and feels calming.

Colors that go well with Agreeable Gray: 

• Extra White
• Coral Rose
• Incredible White

Repose Gray, Sherwin Williams (“Repose Gray SW 7015 – Neutral Paint Color”)

Another widely used neutral gray color. Repose Gray has a slightly darker tone than Agreeable Gray and would also work nicely on the exterior or interior of any home.

Colors that go well with Repose Gray:

• Pavestone
• Coral Clay
• Eider White

Pure White, Sherwin Williams (“Pure White SW 7005”)

White is a color that can be put alongside almost anything and look good. If you’re struggling to find a color that matches your interior decor, Pure White is a good choice.

Colors that go well with Pure White:

• March Wind
• Perle Noir

Pro Tip: For any color, it’s always encouraged to bring home samples (McGrath) of the shades you like in the store and see them in the lighting of your home and against the backdrop of your furniture.

Alabaster, Sherwin Williams (“Alabaster SW 7008 – White & Pastel Paint Color”)

Similar to Pure White, Alabaster can go well with a variety of décor options. A perfect color for exterior or interior walls.

Colors that go well with Alabaster:

• Townhall Tan
• Dakota Wheat

Snowbound, Sherwin Williams (“Snowbound SW 7004 – White & Pastel Paint Color”)

Another white pastel color, similar to Alabaster. Snowbound is a relaxing color that would look great in or on any home.

Colors that go well with Snowbound:

• Colonnade Gray
• Autumn Orchid

Chantilly Lace, Benjamin Moore (“Painted wall with Chantilly Lace OC-65”)

A beautiful neutral white tone (Moore), and a popular choice throughout 2022 for both exterior and interior house color.

Colors that go well with Chantilly Lace:

• Edgecomb Gray
• Horizon
• Seapearl
• White

The colors you choose for in and outside of your home will always depend on your preference, but we’ll offer some suggestions in reference to the popular colors of the year and their coordinating colors for exterior and interior use.

Coming home should be a relaxing experience. Choosing a spa inspired color (Griffing) for the outside and inside of your home is a good way to keep things calm. The colors we previously mentioned do just that. Whether you’d like to go more moody with the darker shades, or keep it feng shui with the airy pastel colors, you can’t go wrong with any of the tones listed above.

JK Paint is a painting company that services the Portland Metro areas in Oregon. If you’re interested in painting the interior or exterior of your home and want professional help, contact us for satisfactory results and a long lasting paint job.