Best Paint Colors
January 31, 2013
Photo Gallery: Editors’ Favourite Winter Paint Colours
Browse their picks.
A daring shade for a dark space.
“I’m obsessed with this orange-red shade these days,” says design editor Joel Bray. “Although bright, it’s a great winter shade because of the depth and warmth it adds to a wall. I would use Farrow & Ball’s Blazer in a study or hallway that might not get a lot of natural light, and choose a matte finish for a velvety look.”
Browse more of our Editors’ Favourite Winter Paint Colours in our photo gallery.
An almost-black grey.
“I’m in the process of finalizing a mantel design for the gas fireplace at our country house,” explains senior design editor Margot Austin. “I want to make the fireplace look as much like a wood burning one as possible. I will do this by using a paintable faux-brick surround and a simple mantel, and then paint both in a deep charcoal grey to match the fireplace box frame, like Farrow & Ball’s Railings. I think by minimizing contrast you will see the mantel shape first and not the gas insert. Then I’ll light a Diptyque Feu de Bois candle and the the illusion will be complete!”
Browse more of our Editors’ Favourite Winter Paint Colours in our photo gallery.
A mature shade of pink.
“If I had a dressing room, I would paint the walls with Sico’s soothing Discreet Brown and pair it with neutral furnishings,” says H&H.com’s web promotions editor Seema Persaud. “This pretty pink feels grown-up compared to others. For a contemporary look, try colour-blocking with a muted tone.”
Browse more of our Editors’ Favourite Winter Paint Colours in our photo gallery.
A cheerful yellow for short winter days.
Style editor Stacey Smithers loves this sunny hue for a bit of brightness come winter. Use Farrow & Ball’s Babouche in a powder room or small entryway, then switch it up if it’s too cheerful one day.
Browse more of our Editors’ Favourite Winter Paint Colours in our photo gallery.
A warm shade of purple.
“I love the soft plum colour Flamboyant by Para Paints,” explains executive editor Alice Lawlor. “I used a similar shade in my ensuite bathroom. I was worried about going with such a strong colour, but it really brings warmth and character to a space that would otherwise be dominated by white subway tile and grey marble accents.”
Browse more of our Editors’ Favourite Winter Paint Colours in our photo gallery.
An earthy hue that will remind you of spring.
Cure the winter blahs with a few coats of this muted Chappell Green from Farrow & Ball. “I would love to paint a bedroom accent wall in this calming shade of green,” says H&H.com’s associate web editor Gwen McAuley. “Every morning, while it’s still dark, you’ll be reminded of tulip stems and melting river water.”
Browse more of our Editors’ Favourite Winter Paint Colours in our photo gallery.
Angus Fergusson (room)