Neutral Living Room Inspiration 

A neutral colour living room is an effective choice in any home. No matter whether you're a fan of contemporary interiors or have more traditional tastes, a neutral living room decorated in subtle neutral paint shades is the way to go. 

There's nothing more versatile than a neutral palette. Use muted hues and off-whites for a laid back vibe. Prefer a pop of colour? Accent a neutral living room with a touch of blush pink or acid yellow, or experiment with tactile fabrics and natural materials. 

A neutral living room is the perfect blank canvas if you're looking to get creative. By starting with a neutral space, you're free to mix things up over time with a vibrant accent colour and key pieces. In short, a neutral living room is the perfect backdrop for evolving tastes and on-trend additions. 

Whether you're planning on keeping simple with a stripped-back neutral living room or want to embrace a more modern interior, our range of neutral shades has something for everything. Need some neutral living room ideas to get you started? Read on for some essential inspiration. 

Timeless Neutral Living Room Ideas

Looking for neutral living room ideas that will stand the test of time? If you're a fan of redecorating every few years, it's time to embrace neutral tones and natural light. 

Use a neutral colour palette with warm undertones to coat living room walls and ceilings. For sideboards, coving and other room accents, stick to crisp white. Add depth by using darker neutrals to pick out a focal point or architectural details.

When it comes to furniture and room accessories, don't stray too far from minimalist interior design. Black furniture is a versatile choice, while monochrome artwork adds a sophisticated touch to any space.

If you're eager to add interest and make a space feel more alive, work in earthy tones and natural materials. The occasional glint of gold or metallic copper also works well in a neutral living room.

Ready to get started? Our Bungalow G500 paint is perfect for creating a neutral look. With subtle lilac undertones, it serves as a great neutral backdrop, with plenty of opportunities for colour matching.

After a darker neutral? Our Necklace F428 is another premium pick. With pale blue undertones, this one works well with white room accents and furniture, as well as all manner of woods and natural materials.

Looking for a lighter shade? Our TVT F496 paint is just the ticket if you're after neutral walls with plenty of character. Stick to a neutral colour with light blues and white paint colours, or introduce dark navy and teal accents.

Make a Statement with a Neutral Palette

Just because you're thinking about a neutral living room, doesn't mean you can't make an impression. With the right neutral colour scheme, you can create a relaxing living space to be proud of. 

If you're dealing with an unusual room layout, you've several options. Keep it simple with a single neutral colour on every wall, or mix things up with an assortment of off-white shades and muted beiges. 

A neutral scheme works best with tiled or wooden flooring. If you want to open your space up, stick to lighter woods and tiles that will help make the most of natural light. 

However, you can still utilise a subtle splash of colour when decorating a neutral living room. Our TVT F446 is a muted choice, but there's an undisputed undertone of pink at work here. Perfect for adding warmth in a smaller space.

If pink isn't for you, how about our TVT F497 paint? This stunning neutral shade has a gentle blue undertone that will work in any interior. With this as a backdrop, you have free rein when it comes to furnishing your space. For a more dramatic interior, introduce contrasts with dark woods and textured fabrics. You could even add a bit of contrast and visual interest to your units with one of our furniture paints.

Scandi Style and Neutral Schemes

If you want to create a living room you can really relax in, nothing beats Scandinavian style. This nordic design philosophy is all about minimalism and practicality. With a focus on simplicity and order, it's the perfect partner to a neutral colour scheme.

To incorporate Scandi style into a neutral living room, start with the walls. Use neutral shades to create a clean backdrop, then begin to introduce complementary accents.

Keep things simple with neutral furniture that's only as big as it needs to be. Avoid overfilling your floor plan with bulky pieces and focus on functionality instead. If you want to get creative, experiment with reclaimed pieces or mid-century furniture that lends itself well to minimalist design.

You can inject some energy into your neutral living room by playing around with fabrics. For upholstered furniture, stick to muted neutrals that coordinate well with any wall paint colours you choose. However, mix things up when adding cushions, throws and rugs. Geometric textiles are a staple of Scandinavian design, so think about these when working in those finishing touches.

Searching for the perfect base for a Scandi-inspired scheme? How about our TVT J5043 paint? This neutral shade has beautiful icy undertones that work well with just about anything. To create depth, play around with beige and darker shades. 

Would you rather start with something closer to grey? Our TVT F497 paint is a great choice. This classic colour will work in all neutral living rooms. Add some flavour with additional texture or create interest with vibrant artwork and patterned prints. 

Finally, there's TVT G503. Although this pared-back paint colour is on the softer side, it's got plenty of warmth that makes it ideal if you're going for a cocooning feel in your living space

Contemporary Neutral Living Rooms

A minimalist neutral living room is just the thing for anyone keen on contemporary style. Keep it simple with a plain wall colour, minimal visual clutter and elegant shapes.

A minimalist interior is perfect if you want to create a living room that's designed for rest and relaxation. As with Nordic design styles, focus on the functionality of the space, before overloading your floor plan with furniture and accessories you don't really need.

The best minimalist interiors shine when using a monochromatic palette. As such, you'll want to start with a neutral wall colour and slowly add to your blank canvas.

Need some suggestions? Our Palace K503 is a good place to start if you're wary of using solid white. With delicate lilac undertones, this stunning neutral will help add warmth to larger spaces.

Our Feather F487 paint is another great choice if you're looking for a subtle shade. Use this on every wall and accent with dark woods and black furniture for an understated living room that will hold up well for years to come.

Looking for something lighter? Our Seagull F496 is an icy take on classic white. Use this one in living rooms of any size. Its subtle grey undertones make it one of our most versatile paint options, freeing you up to furnish your space as you see fit.

Stripped-Back Neutral Living Room Ideas

Sometimes, it's best to strip things back to the absolute basics when creating a neutral living room. An uncluttered interior will do wonders for your mental health. With minimal distractions and more room to roam, a stripped-back living space can be incredibly enriching.

Some people prefer an all-white colour palette to realise their design dreams. However, it's not a bad idea to experiment with subtle undertones. Our TVT 5388 paint is a superb alternative to solid white, boasting light blue undertones that will bring the beauty of cool neutrals to your interiors.

Keen to add more colour to your living room? How about our TVT K503 paint? With subtle lavender undertones, this shade is ideal for feature walls and focal points. What's more, you can add all manner of neutral accents. Off-white, dark brown, and grey paints work particularly well. 

Finally, why not give our TVT L503 paint a try? This light grey is one of our more versatile neutrals and can be used in small lounges and large open-plan spaces alike. Keep things simple with muted neutral accents, or fire things up with more vibrant splashes. Acid yellow, blush pink and navy blue can all be used very effectively. 

Choosing a Neutral Living Room Colour Scheme 

When we talk about a neutral living room, we're not talking about bare walls and a boring beige palette. Instead, the right neutral colour palette can transform your living space, turning an unloved room into something really special. 

Do you want to create a timeless interior that will stand the test of time? Muted neutrals with warm undertones are the way to go. To add character, work in darker neutrals to pick out room accents and architectural features. 

Don't think you can make a statement with neutrals? Think again. A palette of complementary neutrals can be used to great effect in any living space. Subtle neutral contrasts work particularly well in living rooms with unusual layouts. 

If you're a fan of Scandinavian design, you'll need to think seriously about neutral palettes. To achieve a dream Nordic interior, there's no better backdrop than a premium neutral shade. Once you've selected a ceiling and wall colour, you can start to add colour with textured fabrics and geometric prints. To keep things uncluttered, stick to functional furniture and mid-century pieces. 

Thinking about creating an all-white space. Done right, an all-white interior can be very effective and leave you plenty of opportunities to evolve your design scheme over time. However, if you're wary of using solid white throughout, there are plenty of alternatives to consider. Use pale neutrals with ultra-subtle undertones if you're not quite ready to say goodbye to colour. 

Planning on creating a neutral living room? Our range boasts an incredible selection of premium neutrals that can help make your design plans a reality. Explore the full range today to find the perfect paint for your project.