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The Color Journal
Expert guides on paint colors, cross-brand matching, color trends, and interior design tips.
Trends2026
Paint Color Trends 2026: What Designers Are Predicting
From earthy greens to warm mushroom tones, these are the paint color trends defining 2026 — drawn from the 2026 Color of the Year picks across five major brands and search data from our 25,000+ color database.
TrendsColor of the Year
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.
Trends2025
The Most Popular Paint Colors of 2025
Based on search trends, designer picks, and real project data — these are the paint colors that defined 2025 across every major brand.
TrendsColor of the Year
2025 Colors of the Year: Every Major Brand Compared
See every major paint brand's 2025 Color of the Year side by side — from Sherwin-Williams to Benjamin Moore to Behr — with closest cross-brand matches.