Yellow has taken center stage again, and it’s easy to see why. After years of neutral colors dominating interiors, homeowners and designers alike are swapping white and beige for yellow. Whether it’s a buttery cream on kitchen cabinets, a sun-washed wallpaper in a powder room, or a golden yellow paint color glowing in a historic home, yellow brings a sense of warmth and optimism that feels equally timeless and fresh.
Today, we’re taking a stroll through 9 spaces cloaked in yellow to show just how versatile this “new neutral” color can be. And since you’ll inevitably fall in love, I’m sharing 14 designer-favorite yellow paint colors at the bottom of this article!
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Paint Color: Hay by Farrow & Ball
Paint Color: Sudbury Yellow by Farrow & Ball
Sunny Yellow Paint Colors
Cheerful yellows are beautiful on cabinetry, trim, and millwork. Hay and Sudbury Yellow, both by Farrow & Ball, are warm and sunny yellows that are rich in color, yet light in tone.
Historically Accurate Yellow Paint Colors
A rich, saturated yellow is a classic choice for historic homes, as deep gold and ochre are frequently seen on early Colonial exteriors. Georgian Yellow and Farmhouse Ochre by California Paints are historically accurate yellows for Colonial homes.
Paint Color: Pale Hound by Farrow & Ball
Buttery Yellow Paint Colors
If a rich golden hue feels too risky, a soft buttery cream is an excellent way to infuse warmth and history without being overpowering. When contrasted against white, the yellow undertones shine. (As shown above) When contrasted against a dark color, the yellow tones become less obvious, creating a softer contrast. (As shown below)
Farrow’s Cream is a classic and versatile yellow that is often used as a warmer substitute for white. Matchstick, Pale Hound, and Weston Flax are also subtle yellows that have the perfect pale buttery hue.
Trim Paint Color: Matchstick by Farrow & Ball
Lodging: Atlanta Travone
Paint Color: Duster by Farrow & Ball
Paint Color: String by Farrow & Ball
Many beautiful yellow paint colors exist, but there are a few tried-and-true favorites among designers and homeowners. Sharing some of the best yellow paint colors below –
Designer Favorite Yellow Paint Colors:
Pale Yellows
Cheerful Yellows
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