Mellow Taupe
Low ceilings in small spaces can leave a room feeling stuffy. Open up the space by painting the walls and ceiling in the soothing tone of taupe. The dimensions of the room will melt away, making it feel bigger and warmer, too.
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Zillow Digs home in San Francisco, CA
Cheerful Yellow
Instantly inject cheer into a small and poorly lit space by painting it a lively yellow. An excellent color choice for half bathrooms and tiny galley kitchens, it will quickly wake you up and help you start the day on the sunny side.
Related: 10 Classic Ways to Brighten a Dark Room
Deep Blue
Play up the coziness of a small room by enveloping the walls in a dark blue hue. In a study or bedroom it will create a cocoon-like peacefulness that invites introspection. If the thought of four dark walls leaves you feeling claustrophobic, consider a navy blue accent wall in an otherwise neutral room.
Related: 11 Reasons We Love Blue Bedrooms
Zillow Digs home in Fort Thomas, KY
Crisp Green
Crisp and cool green paint turns a small room into a peaceful sanctuary. Ideal for a bedroom, it will provide both a clean, bright design, while establishing a soothing environment.
Related: 10 Small Bedrooms with Huge Amounts of Style
Designed by Mandeville Caynon Designs; photographed by Nat Rea
Dazzling Orange
It may seem counterintuitive to choose a big and bold color for a small room, but it can work. Painting a small space a saturated orange will draw the focus away from the furniture, knickknacks, and appliances in the room, bringing your eye up the walls and making the space feel bigger.
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Zillow Digs home in Portland, OR
Neutral Gray
Neutral colors in medium tones give a space substance and style without overwhelming a small room. Paint the walls of a small living room or dining room a warm gray and immediately elevate your decor.
Related: Set the Tone—8 Colors for an Inviting Dining Room
Zillow Digs home in Bonita Springs, FL
Almost White
Nearly white paint comes in a range of shade from eggshell to ivory to beige—and there's a reason a fresh coat of any of these colors is a popular choice for small spaces. It reflects light and lifts the eye away from clutter, creating a calming retreat.
Related: 7 Things You Need to Know Before Painting Your Walls White
designed by Sarah Phipps Design; photographed by Joseph Eastburn
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