Teal Living Room Colour Schemes

Thinking of giving your lounge a makeover? If you haven't decided on a colour scheme yet, it's worth exploring teal living room ideas. Combining elements of white, green, and blue, teal is a surprisingly versatile colour choice with plenty going for it. 

Looking to create a calming sitting room? Thanks to those unmistakable green and blue tones, it's easy to turn your favourite space into a relaxing retreat. If you're looking to make a style statement, choose a deep teal tone to create a jaw-dropping focal point. 

Already decorated your living space? If you've opted for white walls for the whole room, add teal as an accent colour. It's perfect for highlighting architectural details and can be enriched by introducing teal-infused soft furnishings. 

Ready to start to embrace the benefits of a teal living room? At Tikkurila, you'll find an unbeatable selection of teal paint colours to choose from. 

Which Colours Work Best with Teal?

Although darker shades can seem overwhelming, teal is a surprisingly versatile colour. If you want a pared-back aesthetic, a lighter shade will make a great pairing with crisp white or creams. In fact, just about any neutral will work well alongside teal. 

Eager to move away from muted neutrals? Earthy tones like chocolate brown and mocha can also work well, especially when paired with mid-century living room furniture. If it's vibrancy you're after, consider pink-infused shades from the coral family. 

For a more sophisticated interior, lean into luxury and pair your teal of choice with metallics. Silver and copper will prove a good fit in contemporary settings. If your living space is more traditional, go with gold, pewter or polished brass. 

Our Favourite Teal Shades

Ready to transform your living room with a teal-infused colour palette? We've picked out some of our best teal shades to leave you feeling inspired. 

If you want to make a real style statement with teal colour scheme living room ideas, Peacock M366 is an excellent starting point. Although this is darker than some of our other teals, this paint colour isn't lacking in vibrancy. 

An ideal choice for those more sophisticated living spaces and sitting rooms, this paint colour works well in traditional homes and more contemporary interiors. Take the easy route and pair it with neutral complementary shades of crisp white. You can also think about a more eclectic interior, with green walls and traditional blue shades working well as part of a tonal decor scheme. 

This beautiful teal also works well alongside more luxurious accents and materials. Pair it with a premium parquet floor and antique furniture. If your tastes are more modern, introduce metallics into the mix. 

If you're not a fan of darker shades, there are plenty of paler takes on teal in our selection. Trade Wind H441 is one of the lightest teals around, making it a good alternative to sky-blue shades.

With minty undertones, there's still a healthy balance of green and blue to enjoy here. Use in spaces that are lacking in natural white or any room you need to escape to and clear your head.

In general, you'll want to stick to a stripped-back approach when decorating with this colour. Go with all-white living room furniture and neutral upholstery. Natural materials and hardwood floors will also work well here.

Bubblegum Blue is a creamy take on teal. Again, this is an enticing alternative to conventional pale blues. There's more white in the mix than with some of our other teals, but that doesn't mean you have to settle for a washed-out colour palette. 

This muted teal is great for spaces that need sprucing up with a pared-back colour scheme. What's more, it's a versatile shade that will pair well with everything from classic white to smoky green. 

If you still feel that your living room needs a pop of colour, use a more daring teal to paint a feature wall. Alternatively, think about adding a teal accent chair or green-infused artwork to your space. 

Although Blue Girl Blue is another muted teal, it's a richer choice than some of our other options. If you're after a teal shade that's loaded with more blue than green, it's an easy choice. 

You can make life easy by using this as an all-wall colour or balance things out with a sapphire-tinged hue to make a tonal statement. You can even reach for a bright colour to bring added depth to your interiors. 

Interested in using teal, but worried about getting stuck with a colour that's not right for you? This understated paint colour works as a fabulous foundation, giving you the freedom to slowly introduce more dramatic elements to your living space. 

Teal Living Room Colour Schemes

First time decorating with teal? We've picked out some of our favourite colour combinations that look great in any living room. 

If you're not afraid of a more dramatic teal, start with something like Peacock M366. This sumptuous shade instantly evokes luxury and sophistication, making it ideal for living rooms in urgent need of a design makeover.  

However, a rich shade like this needs more muted tones to balance things out. Use something like Glacier Y435 as a substitute for white. With its blue character and grey undertones, it'll pair beautifully with richer teal tones. 

Corals also work nicely alongside teal. Although Doll H405 is technically a gentle orange, there are unmistakable undertones of pink that make it a marvellous pairing with any shade of teal. 

If you'd rather stick with a paler shade of teal, there's always Trade Wind H441. This understated teal has minty hues that make it a refreshing choice for any living room. 

For best results, stick with low-key colours when choosing complementary shades. Instead of your standard emulsion, use Snowdrift L503. Its delicate blue undertones will accentuate your primary colour perfectly. 

Once again, it's a good idea to include a pink or citrus-inspired shade when decorating with teal. Need some ideas? A pastel orange like Siesta J407 will go well with a more subdued teal palette.  

In the market for a more contemporary interior? Why not explore the world of greige colours?

Agate N500 is a popular choice for the more modern living room. It's a fairly dark hue but will add instant depth to any room. 

Now you can start introducing some teal-inspired touches. A pale shade like Trade Wind H441 works with just about anything, with its minty undertones bringing some much-needed zen energy. 

To brighten things up even more, ditch the usual white paints and go with an illuminating blue like Glacier Y435. If your room is still calling out for a colour pop, invest in a teal sofa or deep pile carpets.