Interior Paint Colours

Find the Right Interior Paint Colours for Every Room

Choosing interior paint colours is part creativity and part planning. Light, room size, and how you use the space all change the way a colour looks once it’s on the wall. Start by noticing your lighting: north-facing rooms read cooler, south-facing rooms feel warmer, and artificial bulbs can shift undertones. Testing a few shades at home, on multiple walls and at different times of day, is the fastest way to land on an interior colour you’ll love long-term.

Build a Cohesive Interior Palette

A home feels more intentional when interior paint colours flow from room to room. That doesn’t mean everything must match; it means colours should relate. Pick one “anchor” neutral for the main living areas, then layer coordinating tones for bedrooms, hallways, and accents. If you like contrast, pair warm neutrals with moody blues or earthy greens. If you prefer calm, stay within one colour family and vary the depth from light to mid-tone to deep. Our curated palettes, colour chips, and fan decks let you compare families side-by-side so you can build cohesive combinations in minutes.

Match Colour to Mood and Function

Every room has a job, and your interior paint colours can support it.

• Living rooms & open spaces: Soft whites, warm greiges, and light taupes create a welcoming backdrop for art, furniture, and changing décor.
• Bedrooms: Muted blues, sage greens, and warm off-whites encourage rest while still feeling fresh and modern.
• Kitchens & dining areas: Clean whites, pale warm neutrals, and gentle earthy accents keep spaces bright, social, and inviting.
• Bathrooms & laundry rooms: Light, spa-like tones work beautifully with tile and fixtures and help smaller rooms feel bigger.
• Home offices: Mid-tone colours reduce glare and add focus without feeling heavy.

If you’re unsure which interior paint colours fit your space, bring a photo (and a couple favourite chips) into any Cloverdale Paint store. We’ll help you narrow options based on your finishes, flooring, and natural light.

Don’t Forget Sheen

Interior paint colours will look slightly different depending on sheen. Flat and eggshell finishes soften colour and hide wall imperfections, while pearl or low-gloss gives you extra washability for busy hallways, kitchens, and kids’ rooms. Semi-gloss is best for trim and doors where durability matters. Deciding on sheen early helps you preview your interior paint colours accurately before painting the whole room.

Try Before You Commit

Paint colour chips are a great start, but sample paint is the final step. Pick up tester sizes in your shortlisted interior paint colours and paint large swatches on your wall (or on sample boards you can move around). Live with them for a day or two, then choose with confidence. When you’re ready, we’ll mix your colour in the right product and sheen for your project—whether you’re refreshing one wall or updating your entire home.