Brown Hallway Paint

Far from being boring, a brown colour palette is the perfect choice for a hallway makeover. Many people avoid darker shades when painting hallway walls, but there's endless choice when it comes to brown. With subtle tans, elegant beiges and earthier tones to choose from, you've no shortage of options. 

A hallway isn't just the first part of your house that visitors see, it's also the atrium of most homes. Instead of leaving this being a design afterthought, focus on creating a first-rate interior that will set the tone for the rest of your interiors. 

At Tikkurila, we stock a huge range of brown paints that can help you realise all your hallway ideas. Whether you're looking to create a warm and sultry space or design a more contemporary interior, you're bound to find the perfect colours to add to your palette. 

Running short on hallway ideas? Our guide breaks down everything you need to know about using brown to create a space to be proud of. 

Why Choose Brown Hallway Paint?

The brown colour family is packed with gorgeous neutrals and hues inspired by the natural world. Used effectively, brown paints can leave your hallway feeling warm and inviting. If you struggle to switch off after returning home, a brown-infused hallway is guaranteed to help you say goodbye to stress. 

Brown is also incredibly versatile. You can keep things simple with lighter colours and tans, before working more daring shades into the mix. A brown hallway can evolve as your tastes do, providing you with a flexible backdrop that can be readily refined with new colours and design aspects. 

Furthermore, a brown hallway will look right at home in any interior. If you're a fan of contemporary aesthetics, subtle beige and muted neutrals will create a muted hub for your home. If you're a traditionalist, reach for darker shades to accentuate natural wood flooring and vintage furniture pieces. 

Light Brown Hallway Colours

Thinking about transforming your hallway with a new coat of paint? Light brown paint might be the way to go. Below, we spotlight some of the best light brown shades you can currently find in our extensive range. 

If you're a fan of elegant hallways and interiors, dusky shades are the way to go. Gold Ore J462 is an ideal choice if you're aiming to create a more luxurious entryway. This golden tan colour makes a fine companion to natural wood, but will also well with dusky pinks and muted greys. 

Although this paint colour is on the darker side, it's still light enough that it can be used in a smaller space. Lighten things up with pure white gloss to create sharp lines, or combine with a softer neutral for a two-tone wall effect. 

For maximum impact, turn to luxurious fixtures and fittings when putting the finishing touches to your room. Antique brass or pewter will look right at home alongside this breathtaking brown hue. 

If you think this shade is too daring for a smaller hallway, why not use it to paint a feature wall? Pair it with an off-white shade of tan colour to create a stylish focal point that will add depth and character to your space.

Do you want to create a hallway that will stand the test of time? You'll need a versatile wall colour that will coordinate well with an ever-changing arrangement of furniture and artwork. A colour like Driftwood V484 is the perfect choice if you're looking for a colour that can keep up with the times. 

This earthy tone combines notes of grey and brown, although there's also an undertone of mauve to enjoy here. If you're decorating a larger hallway, accent this wall colour with darker woods and ornate decorative pieces. 

If you're decorating a narrow hallway with limited natural light, freshen things up with hints of pure white. Stick to minimalist furniture like a slimline console table and opt for wall-mounted light fixtures rather than freestanding lamps.

Tan browns always work well in hallways. They're instantly inviting and create a feeling of warmth. If you're searching for a timeless tan to transform your hallway space, go with Lama V466. 

This subtle brown is a fairly stripped-back colour, but an undertone of pink brings a playful flourish. Because of its muted undertones, you've plenty of options for incorporating accent colours. 

In a larger hallway, you can go all out with this colour and use it to coat entire walls. In smaller spaces, think about combining it with an off-white or neutral grey for two-tone wall effects. 

A stylish choice for contemporary interiors, this tan brown works well with minimalist furniture and streamlined decorative pieces. However, it's rich enough that it will make a fine companion to ornate furniture and luxurious upholstery.

Brown and purple work beautifully together. A paint colour like Tamarix K480 is a celebration of both colour families. Although a relatively muted choice, there's an unmistakable pink undertone that will add instant warmth to your interiors. 

This paint shade is a richer choice compared to some of our other colours, so it's best to use it sparingly in narrow hallways. Use a pure white to paint ceilings and pick out hallway accents, or mix things up with a light taupe. 

When furnishing your space, you can keep things simple with contemporary furniture and recessed lighting. Alternatively, embrace a more elegant aesthetic with ornate light fixtures and vintage wood.

Dark Brown Hallway Colours

Don't be afraid of using darker brown shades when decorating your hallway. They can prove overwhelming in spaces without any natural light, but you can easily incorporate them into darker spaces by offsetting them with lighter tones. Below are a couple of our favourite dark brown hallway colours to leave you feeling inspired. 

Out to make a real statement? How about a deep umber like Primeval Forest M460?

This brown paint colour is unashamedly dark, so you'll need to be careful when decorating a particularly small hallway. Pair it with lighter tones to leave your space feeling open and airy. It can work well for two-tone motifs, but it's also incredibly effective at highlighting architectural details and feature walls. 

Searching for the perfect complementary colour to go with this moody brown? Consider pairing it with creamy shades or mocha-infused browns.

Chocolate brown is a luxurious choice or any hallway. It can turn an unloved entryway into something truly special, setting the trend for a luxurious interior. 

Alexandrite N464 is a stunning choice for a hallway makeover. It's on the dark side, so if you're thinking about decorating in a single colour, you'll need ample square footage to work with. If your hallway is relatively small, make sure you're offsetting the darker pigment with lighter notes. 

Tans and mochas work incredibly well alongside this dynamic brown paint. You also lighten things up with neutral room accents and decorative pieces. 

If your flooring is dark in colour, brighten things up with a light grey runner. If your staircase is particularly narrow, spruce up stair risers with a coat of pure white or neutral grey.