Wall paint colours: inspiration for every interior
Updated 5 Aug 2026
Wall colour changes how large, bright and warm a room feels. The best shade depends on daylight, furniture, floor finish and the purpose of the room.
Below you will find a curated overview of neutral, green, blue and warm shades, plus indicative coverage and paint prices.
Always test a sample directly on the wall. The same colour can look different on a north-facing wall, a south-facing wall and under evening lighting.
Neutral and light shades
Interior white
a painter’s white
- Coverage
- 7–10 m²/l
- Scrub resistance
- class 3
- Finish
- matt
- Use on
- walls and ceilings
- Covers a dark substrate in two coats
- Lets the wall breathe
- Leaves no lap marks when rolled out
- The cheapest shade of all
Check availability of the shade against the manufacturer’s fan deck.
- Living rooms
- Bedrooms
- Ceilings
- Hallways
- Offices
Light grey
a universal grey
- Coverage
- 7–9 m²/l
- Scrub resistance
- class 2
- Finish
- matt
- Use on
- walls
- A neutral base for the whole flat
- Makes the room look larger
- Sits well with wood and white furniture
- Will not look dated in ten years
Check availability of the shade against the manufacturer’s fan deck.
- Living rooms
- Kitchens
- Bedrooms
- Offices
- Hallways
Stone grey
a modern neutral grey
- Coverage
- 8–10 m²/l
- Scrub resistance
- class 2
- Finish
- matt
- Use on
- walls
- Darker and warmer than light grey
- Makes the room look larger
- Calmer than white across a big surface
Check availability of the shade against the manufacturer’s fan deck.
- Living rooms
- Bedrooms
- Offices
- Hallways
Beige and sand
warm neutral tones
- Coverage
- 8–10 m²/l
- Scrub resistance
- class 2
- Finish
- matt
- Use on
- walls
- A warm neutral with no grey undertone
- Feels cosier in a room than white
- For living rooms and bedrooms
- Combines easily with white and with wood
Check availability of the shade against the manufacturer’s fan deck.
- Living rooms
- Bedrooms
- Children’s rooms
- Hallways
Natural taupe
a warm grey-brown
- Coverage
- 8–10 m²/l
- Scrub resistance
- class 2
- Finish
- matt
- Use on
- walls
- Sits between grey and brown
- Works with wood and beige
- A popular choice for a stronger wall
Check availability of the shade against the manufacturer’s fan deck.
- Living rooms
- Bedrooms
- Kitchens
- Hallways
Earthy browns
a natural brown
- Coverage
- 8–10 m²/l
- Scrub resistance
- class 2
- Finish
- matt
- Use on
- walls
- Earthy tones from caramel to chocolate
- For one wall, not the whole room
- Makes the room look smaller
Check availability of the shade against the manufacturer’s fan deck.
- Living rooms
- Bedrooms
- Kitchens
- Offices
- Hallways
Green and blue shades
Soft green
a natural green
- Coverage
- 8–10 m²/l
- Scrub resistance
- class 2
- Finish
- matt
- Use on
- walls
- The lightest of the green tones
- For bedrooms and children’s rooms
- Handles north- and south-facing rooms
- Sage is the version we are asked for most
Check availability of the shade against the manufacturer’s fan deck.
- Living rooms
- Bedrooms
- Kitchens
- Children’s rooms
- Offices
Olive green
earthy green tones
- Coverage
- 8–10 m²/l
- Scrub resistance
- class 2
- Finish
- matt
- Use on
- walls
- A muted green with a grey undertone
- Matches oak and walnut
- Choose the lighter version in a small room
Check availability of the shade against the manufacturer’s fan deck.
- Living rooms
- Bedrooms
- Kitchens
- Studies
Light blue
a soft blue
- Coverage
- 8–10 m²/l
- Scrub resistance
- class 2
- Finish
- matt
- Use on
- walls
- A cool, light tone
- Suits bedrooms and bathrooms
- Makes the room look larger
Check availability of the shade against the manufacturer’s fan deck.
- Bedrooms
- Children’s rooms
- Bathrooms
- Living rooms
- Offices
Dusty blue
a greyed blue
- Coverage
- 8–10 m²/l
- Scrub resistance
- class 2
- Finish
- matt
- Use on
- walls
- Blue under a grey veil, so less cold
- Suits bedrooms and children’s rooms
- Copes with north-facing windows
Check availability of the shade against the manufacturer’s fan deck.
- Bedrooms
- Children’s rooms
- Bathrooms
- Living rooms
Deep teal
a saturated blue-green
- Coverage
- 8–10 m²/l
- Scrub resistance
- class 2
- Finish
- matt
- Use on
- walls
- A saturated colour for one accent wall
- Gives the interior depth
- Needs three coats, not two
Check availability of the shade against the manufacturer’s fan deck.
- Living rooms
- Bedrooms
- Studies
- Offices
Dark blue
a saturated blue
- Coverage
- 8–10 m²/l
- Scrub resistance
- class 2
- Finish
- matt
- Use on
- walls
- The darkest of the blue tones
- One wall only, never the whole room
- Pairs with light wood and brass
Check availability of the shade against the manufacturer’s fan deck.
- Living rooms
- Offices
- Bedrooms
- Accent walls
Warm and expressive shades
Light yellow
a soft yellow
- Coverage
- 8–10 m²/l
- Scrub resistance
- class 2
- Finish
- matt
- Use on
- walls
- Brightens a room with no south-facing window
- For kitchens and dining rooms
- A stronger version tires the eye quickly
- Covers poorly, so plan an extra coat
Check availability of the shade against the manufacturer’s fan deck.
- Kitchens
- Dining rooms
- Children’s rooms
- Hallways
- Living rooms
Sunlit ochre
a warm yellow tone
- Coverage
- 8–10 m²/l
- Scrub resistance
- class 2
- Finish
- matt
- Use on
- walls
- A warm yellow with a brown undertone
- Brightens a hallway with no window
- For kitchens and dining rooms
Check availability of the shade against the manufacturer’s fan deck.
- Kitchens
- Dining rooms
- Children’s rooms
- Hallways
Powder pink
a soft pink
- Coverage
- 8–10 m²/l
- Scrub resistance
- class 2
- Finish
- matt
- Use on
- walls
- A light pink with a grey cast
- Suits bedrooms and children’s rooms
- Shifts towards peach under warm artificial light
Check availability of the shade against the manufacturer’s fan deck.
- Bedrooms
- Children’s rooms
- Living rooms
- Dressing rooms
- Bathrooms
Dusty rose
a romantic pink
- Coverage
- 8–10 m²/l
- Scrub resistance
- class 2
- Finish
- matt
- Use on
- walls
- Darker and warmer than powder pink
- Holds its colour under evening light
- Works with wood and beige
Check availability of the shade against the manufacturer’s fan deck.
- Bedrooms
- Children’s rooms
- Living rooms
- Dressing rooms
Lavender grey
a soft violet
- Coverage
- 8–10 m²/l
- Scrub resistance
- class 2
- Finish
- matt
- Use on
- walls
- Violet pulled towards grey
- For bedrooms and quiet corners
- The darker version wears thin quickly
Check availability of the shade against the manufacturer’s fan deck.
- Bedrooms
- Living rooms
- Relaxation areas
- Bathrooms
Anthracite and dark grey
modern dark tones
- Coverage
- 8–10 m²/l
- Scrub resistance
- class 2
- Finish
- matt
- Use on
- walls
- A dark grey with no blue cast
- Accent wall only
- Shows every imperfection, so skim the wall first
Check availability of the shade against the manufacturer’s fan deck.
- Living rooms
- Offices
- Entrance halls
- Accent walls
Indicative paint prices
| Paint type | Indicative price |
|---|---|
| Basic interior paint | 80–150 Kč/l |
| Washable paint | 150–300 Kč/l |
| Premium or designer paint | 300–800 Kč/l |
Prices are indicative for August 2026. Mixing centres and brands use different RAL, NCS and manufacturer shade systems.
How to choose a shade
- Start with daylight and the orientation of the room.
- Coordinate the wall with the floor, doors, kitchen and large furniture.
- Use stronger colours on one wall or in a niche when you want an accent.
- Choose a washable finish in kitchens, hallways and children’s rooms.
- Buy a sample and observe it in morning, afternoon and artificial light.
Prices are indicative material prices excluding installation, valid as of August 2026. We are happy to quote your project on site.
Frequently asked questions
How much paint do I need for a room?
Multiply the paintable wall area by the number of coats and divide by the manufacturer’s coverage. For a rough first estimate, common interior paint covers about 8–10 m² per litre in one coat; porous or uneven walls can need more.
Which paint works in a kitchen or bathroom?
Choose a washable interior paint with the resistance class specified by the manufacturer. In areas with direct water exposure, use a coating designed for that substrate and do not treat ordinary wall paint as waterproofing.
How do I match a colour from an interior photo?
A screen or photograph is not a reliable colour reference. Ask for the brand, colour system and code if available, then compare a physical sample in your own room and light.
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