Grey Living Room Colour Schemes

If you're searching for the perfect colour palette for a living room makeover, grey is a go-to option. Far from being boring, greys are ideal for creating a relaxing ambience. What's more, it's an easy base to work with, providing you with endless options for adding a personal touch to your living room.

For fans of more mature interiors, a grey living room is the way to go. Use light grey paint colours to create a bright and airy space. For a more dramatic makeover, reach for a darker shade like charcoal grey. 

A grey colour scheme makes accessorising easy. A grey room will come into its own once kitted out with mid-century-style furniture. If you're pining for a pop of character, you've free rein when it comes to picking out contrasts and complementary colours. 

In need of some inspiration? Our guide has some great grey living room ideas for you to try, along with some effective colour combinations that will overhaul any interior.

Contemporary Grey Living Room Ideas

If you're a fan of contemporary interiors, it's best to stick to a cool grey palette. Soft grey paint colours are perfect for open-plan spaces, maximising natural light and leaving your interiors feeling bright and airy. 

Furthermore, pale grey walls are easy to coordinate with. When it comes to furniture and accessories, you've no restrictions when it comes to materials and colour. You can coordinate with grey tones or make a statement with bold primary colours.  

If you're looking for a standout wall colour, give Bungalow G500 a try. At first glance, this subtle shade appears to be a light blue. However, there's some understated grey pigment here. 

Shadow J496 is another strong choice. Infused with pale-blue pigment, this pale grey paint colour also boasts subtle hints of lilac. Perfect if you're looking to inject some colour into your space. 

Finally, there's Necklace F428. Once again, this pale blue paint colour has hints of lilac, but there's an unmistakable undertone of grey that makes it an effective choice for contemporary living rooms.

Monochromatic Living Room Inspiration 

Monochromatic design always goes down well and it's the perfect approach for living rooms. With the right shade of grey at your disposal, you can easily create a standout space. However, you're not limited to solid black paints or tepid white. 

For a stylish twist on a monochromatic interior, use Winter V503 as wall colour. This subtle neutral is the ideal substitute for classic white, with its blue undertones adding much-needed depth to any interior. 

When you're ready to work in some contrast, reach for a paint colour like Blackbird Y493. This ultra-dark blue makes an instant impression with its arresting grey accents, making it the perfect partner to off-white walls.  

To add character, use a colour like Shadow J496. This muted blue looks right at home alongside whites, neutrals and greys. It will also pair well with darker blue shades like navy.

Complementary Colours for Grey Walls

A dark grey living room isn't for everyone. While mid-grey walls serve as a versatile base, it's always good to introduce more dramatic colours into the equation. 

Seagull F496 makes the perfect addition to deep grey walls. This light and airy blue has understated grey accents of its own, leaving you plenty of options when it comes to decorating your space. 

If you'd prefer something more muted, go with Bungalow G500. This understated blue works well with grey living room furniture, but it also looks grey alongside crisp white and light wood flooring. 

Is your living room crying out for an injection of colour? Use a vibrant green paint like Emerald L373 to make a statement. This premium paint can be used to colour match soft furnishings and comes alive when paired with gold and copper accents.

Use Dark Grey for a Timeless Interior

If you're a fan of grey shades, don't be afraid of taking a tonal approach to your living room makeover. Use light hues for living room walls, then add darker shades to create visual interest. A darker grey sofa and monochromatic furniture will also work well here. 

When it comes to painting walls, go for something like Basalt N499. This medium grey is a superb starting point for any decorating project. 

If you need something lighter, consider Kaolin H497. This timeless neutral isn't lacking in complexity, with both grey and lilac-blue undertones. 

When you need to make a statement, reach for Midnight Y498. This dark grey paint colour is an ideal alternative to solid black. What's more, it works well with everything from off-white shades to charcoal grey paint colours.

How to Use Grey in Rustic Living Rooms

If you're a fan of rustic aesthetics and country house interiors, a stripped-back colour palette is the way to go. Instead of leaning on tepid neutrals and plain white, consider using a grey palette instead. Grey shades work particularly well with natural materials and earthy tones. Especially in a full matt finish.

Shadow J496 is a good shout if you're looking for a wall colour. It's fairly muted, but its lilac-blue undertones work incredibly well alongside grey accent colours and fabrics.

To add some warmth to your interior, don't be afraid of experimenting with earthy tones. A terracotta paint colour like Safari K396 makes a fine addition to any grey room palette. For a more vibrant take on terracotta, use Heat S311.

Colour Contrasts for Grey Living Rooms

A grey living room doesn't mean you have to abandon your love of eclectic interior design. In fact, grey walls are the perfect backdrop for a room that showcases your individuality and personal style. 

Use a paint shade like Snowdrift L503 as a wall colour. This timeless neutral has subtle blue and grey accents, making it easy to work with. 

Once you've painted your living rooms, you can start introducing more daring pops of colour. Use a neutral paint colour like Muse G385 if you're looking to make a statement. With its dusky undertones, it's the perfect pairing for greens, blush pinks and greys. 

Greens work particularly well with grey. For a contemporary take on khaki green, think about using Basilica M384.

Grey Living Room Colour Schemes

Eager to start experimenting with a grey colour palette in your living room? Read on for a selection of some of our favourite colour combinations for grey living rooms. 

Blue and grey are a match made in heaven. To maximise natural light and leave your space feeling bright and open, use Glacier Y435. This bright blue is on the lighter side, making it a good choice for contemporary interiors and the perfect match for grey walls. 

If you're in the market for a darker shade, consider Surf S500. This medium blue is a first-rate choice for feature walls. What's more, its unmistakable grey undertones make it a welcome addition to any grey living room scheme. 

To add contrast and create visual interest, use Wax J392. This muted peach shade is soft enough that it can be used throughout your space, while its understated pigment makes it an easygoing addition to an all-grey interior.

If you like the idea of an all-grey living room but aren't ready to say goodbye to the rest of the colour wheel, think about using blue-infused hues instead. 

Seagull F496 is a light and airy choice for living room walls. Use it as a key colour in larger spaces, or combine it with darker shades like Milkyway V493 in smaller rooms. 

To create some drama, use a colour Reef M319 for alcoves and room recesses. This coral-infused paint colour works incredibly well with everything from pale grey to charcoal.

Thinking about keeping it neutral? A stripped-back aesthetic doesn't have to be boring. 

Use a colour like Necklace F428 for living room walls. This light blue paint will breathe new life into your interiors, while its grey undertones make it a dream addition to a palette populated by slate, silver or charcoal. 

For something more subtle, use Snowdrift L503. This off-white paint colour has icy blue undertones, although it will also work well alongside any shade of grey. 

If you're searching for a more striking colour, use Wave H440. This sky blue paint colour is just the ticket for feature walls. It's a vibrant choice, but it will pair effortlessly with a grey paint colour palette. 

If you're not afraid of colour it's time to experiment with a more vibrant colour palette. Start with something subtle like Bungalow G500 for living room walls. Its muted blue pigment has a hint of grey, making it a winning addition to any palette. 

With that taken care of, you can start introducing more impressive notes of colour.  A vibrant blue like Mosaic J367 will work well with whites, greys and blues alike. For something more dramatic, go with a deep blue like Petrol S491.