The Color Journal
Expert guides on paint colors, cross-brand matching, color trends, and interior design tips.
The Best Paint Colors for Laundry Rooms (12 Picks That Actually Work Under Cool LEDs)
A laundry room's harsh overhead lighting wrecks most paint colors. Here are 12 shades that hold up — with LRVs, finish recommendations, and what to skip.
Paint Color Trends 2026: What Designers Are Predicting
From earthy greens to warm mushroom tones, the paint color trends defining 2026 — drawn from Color of the Year picks across five major brands.
The Best Exterior Paint Colors to Boost Curb Appeal
Exterior paint must work with your roof, trim, and full sun. These are the colors that hold up outdoors, with pairing advice for every style.
15 Best Bathroom Paint Colors That Handle Humidity (2026)
The best bathroom paint colors for 2026 — spa blues, warm earth tones, and dramatic jewel shades. Every pick handles humidity, with finish advice.
The 15 Best Kitchen Paint Colors for 2026
From crisp whites to moody greens, the 2026 kitchen paint colors that hold up in real kitchens — with LRV values and finish tips.
15 Best Dining Room Paint Colors for Every Style (2026)
The best dining room paint colors for 2026 — bold jewel tones, warm earth tones, and elegant neutrals with hex codes and pairing tips.
12 Best Behr Paint Colors for Bedrooms (2026 Picks)
The best Behr bedroom paint colors for 2026 — calming blues, soft greens, and warm neutrals with real pricing and cross-brand matches.
2026 Colors of the Year: Every Major Brand Compared
See every major paint brand's 2026 Color of the Year side by side — from earthy greens to warm neutrals — with closest cross-brand matches.
The 15 Best White Paint Colors for Every Room (2026)
White is the hardest paint color to choose. This guide ranks 15 warm, cool, and true whites from top brands with room-by-room advice.