Color Trends: 2026 Hues

Earthy, warm, and elevated are the inspirations behind the paint and finish colors that remodelers may be spec'ing in 2026. See a roundup of the newest colors of the year.
Nov. 18, 2025
Dunn-Edwards
Dunn-Edwards: Midnight Garden

It’s that time of year again: trees are losing their leaves, temperatures are cooling, coffee shops are promoting pumpkin spice, and paint companies are proclaiming their colors of the year.

It’s important for remodelers to brush up on the newest shades so they can guide homeowners toward choices that feel fresh and contemporary. Following is a roundup of the 2026 color trends from major paint and stain brands.

Trends among this year's colors:

  • Earthy, nature-inspired palettes
  • Emphasis on warmth, depth, and mood
  • Versatile, elevated neutrals or near-neutrals

Behr: Hidden Gem

Behr
Vibe: A smoky jade that lends an air of mystery and sophistication.

Vibe: A smoky jade that lends an air of mystery and sophistication.

Benjamin Moore: Silhouette

Benjamin Moore
Vibe: Reminiscent of tailored suiting, this rich shades combines hues of espresso, burnt umber, and charcoal.

Vibe: Reminiscent of tailored suiting, this rich shades combines hues of espresso, burnt umber, and charcoal.

C2 Paint: Epernay

C2 Paint
Vibe: This pale yellow was prominent in European interiors during the Beaux-Arts and Neoclassical periods and has been reimagined for today’s contemporary designs.

Vibe: This pale yellow was prominent in European interiors during the Beaux-Arts and Neoclassical periods and has been reimagined for today’s contemporary designs. 

Clark + Kensington: Hazelnut Crunch

Clark + Kensington
Vibe: A rich, earthy neutral that aims for depth, warmth, and versatility.

Vibe: A rich, earthy neutral that aims for depth, warmth, and versatility.

Dunn-Edwards: Midnight Garden

Dunn-Edwards
Vibe: A deep, muted green with earthy undertones reminiscent of the tranquility of a lush garden under the moonlight.

Vibe: A deep, muted green with earthy undertones reminiscent of the tranquility of a lush garden under the moonlight. 

Dutch Boy: Melodious Ivory

Dutch Boy
Vibe: This creamy color aims for elevated, timeless warm.

Vibe: This creamy color aims for elevated, timeless warm.

Glidden: Warm Mahogany

Glidden
Vibe: A rich, grounded red that’s both bold and reserved.

Vibe: A rich, grounded red that’s both bold and reserved.

Graham & Brown: Divine Damson

Graham & Brown
Vibe: Opulence inspired by tones of ripe damson, fig, mulberry, and garnet.

Vibe: Opulence inspired by tones of ripe damson, fig, mulberry, and garnet.

Minwax: Special Walnut

Minwax
Vibe: A rich, layered look that adds visual weight and creates contrast to highlight the warmth of real wood.

Vibe: A rich, layered look that adds visual weight and creates contrast to highlight the warmth of real wood.

Sherwin-Williams: Universal Khaki

Sherwin-Williams
Vibe: A mid-tone neutral with a slight yellow undertone that pairs well with the simplicity of contemporary design.

Vibe: A mid-tone neutral with a slight yellow undertone that pairs well with the simplicity of contemporary design.

Valpsar: Warm Eucalyptus

Valpsar
Vibe: A warm Earthy green that aims to be calming, restorative, and serene.

Vibe: A warm Earthy green that aims to be calming, restorative, and serene.

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Jay Schneider is the Senior Editor for Pro Remodeler. He can be reached at [email protected].

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