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The BEST Coastal Paint Colors

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Coastal color schemes include sandy neutrals, airy whites and creams, muted blues and greens, and soft pastels and corals. Go to paint for reflecting the ocean, sky, and beach.
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Whites

These light and airy shades create a sense of spaciousness and a relaxed atmosphere, which can be combined to achieve a cozy or sophisticated look.

 
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This sunny white comes to life in natural light. Use it to brighten any space or try it on trim to make other colors pop.
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When you want the brightness of a white without sacrificing a warm coziness, try this soft, warm but balanced white. And turn up the peaceful.
Alabaster SW 7008
 
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Float into any room painted with this creamy white. Its soft, green-beige undertone make this hue both stylish and calming.
Oyster White SW 7637
 
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Khaki undertones make this warm white feel like home. A lovely shade in bathrooms and living rooms. Pair it with Honed Soapstone for a cozy, neutral palette.
Neutral Ground SW 7568
 
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When you want it light but cozy, consider this warm, creamy white that borders on greige.
Shoji White SW 7042
 
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Open up your gathering space and invite in the light and kind vibes with this warm white and its hint of neutral undertone.
White Sesame SW 9586

Neutrals

Beige, taupe, and warm grays create a relaxing base and can be seen in many popular coastal paint palettes.

 
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Earthy and timeless, this mid-tone tan is a reliable choice for common areas. Pair it with white for a classic look, or set it off with more saturated colors.
Universal Khaki SW 6150
 
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Gray-green undertones stir in the depths of this warm, hazy neutral. Pair with an off-white shade like Muslin for an earthy effect.
Anonymous SW 7046
 
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With its terrific balance of warm and cool tones, this light gray is a robust and versatile hue that can lend any space a timeless vibe.
Light French Gray SW 0055
 
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This cool, deep and mysterious charcoal can lend an air of sophistication when used sparingly in well-lit spaces – or on exteriors.
Iron Ore SW 7069
 
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Rooted in nature, this brownish gray evokes a down-to-earth tranquility and a subtle sophistication that is hard to beat.
Urbane Bronze SW 7048
 
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Create a warm, inviting presence in your living room with this light gray.
Mindful Gray SW 7016

Muted Blue/Greens

Blue and green shades promote calmness, while warmer colors like beige and yellow can be more energizing.

 
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This muted green exudes softness and tranquility. Cooled by blue and gray undertones, it's a wonderful choice for any room where calmness is key.
Halcyon Green Paint
 
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This muted green with blue-gray undertones will fill your space with the fresh feeling of mountain air. An uplifting shade for bedrooms and kitchen cabinets.
Retreat SW 6207
 
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This cool, muted green with blue undertones makes every day feel like a relaxing beach day. Set it off nicely with white trim.
Sea Salt SW 6204
 
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Cool and earthy, this subdued hue brings calm to any room. A great choice for balancing out warmer wood tones in trim and cabinetry.
Honed Soapstone SW 9126
 
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The slate green undertones of this blue neutral give it a rain-day sophistication. Add a chill calm to your bedroom space.
Portsmouth SW 9644
 
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This bold, dark navy neutral mixes a splash of sophistication with roiling mystery.
Sea Serpent SW 7615
 
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It’s primarily a deep, muted green, but it’s anchored by a heavy dose of gray.
Taiga SW 9654
 
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This deep blue, with its cool gray-green undertone, brings a meditative serenity to your space.
Naval SW 6244
 
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This midtone violet will create a gentle, airy vibe in any space, perfect for meditations and quiet energy.
Daydream SW 654

Colorful Coastal

Think of the gentle colors of a sunset, these shades can add warmth and cheer to a space.

 
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A warm, muted rose-tan with earthy pink-brown depth.
Rose Tan SW 0069
 
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A warm, light peach-gold paint with soft orange-yellow undertones.
Sun Salutation SW 9664
 
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It has enough depth to make a bold, soothing statement without washing out.
Thistle SW 6283
 
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It reads less like a bright primary red and more like a softened red-orange with a clay or brick undertone, which keeps the color grounded rather than vivid.
Wild Poppy SW 9694
 
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A light, warm peach-coral paint with a soft pink-orange bias.
Stone Fruit SW 9699
 
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This medium violet with its red undertone balances a vibe of playful and refined in most spaces. Try this hue in a bathroom for a re-energizing escape.
Lite Lavender SW 6554
 
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Cool as chilled stone fruit. This red-violet brings deep refreshment and serenity to space and place.
Expressive Plum SW 6271