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Inside Houzz

Searching for the Perfect Paint Color? Try Our Color Finder Tool

By Houzz

Houzz’s Color Finder tool will help you find a shade that’s just right. Here’s how it works
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Working With Pros

10 Times to Hire a Color Consultant

By Laura Gaskill

Choosing a color scheme for your home can be a challenge. See when you might want help from a trained pro
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Colors of the Year

10 Ways to Use Cloud Dancer, Pantone’s 2026 Color of the Year

By Jennifer Ott

See how this clean, calming white can brighten rooms, balance bold colors and create a fresh backdrop at home
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Colors of the Year

9 Paint Colors Poised to Dominate in 2026

By Jennifer Ott

Major paint brands are leaning warm for 2026, with cozy greens, creamy neutrals and a few moody darks in the mix
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Events

8 Color Trends From the Maison & Objet Design Show

By Claire Tardy

See the fresh colors showcased in new collections at the September event in Paris
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Decorating Guides

6 Ways to Color Drench Your Living Space

By Victoria Harrison

Create drama and interest with these expert ideas for painting and decorating rooms
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Decorating Guides

Pros Share 10 Beautiful Green Paint Colors

By Becky Harris

From soft sage to deep forest green, these hues bring beauty to rooms all over the house
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Decorating Guides

How to Confidently Choose Colors for Your Home

By Cheryl F

Learn 10 ways to identify the shades you like and the ones that will work well in your rooms
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Colors of the Year

Pantone Is Down With Light Brown for Its 2025 Color of the Year

By Jennifer Ott

Meet Mocha Mousse, a soft and comforting milk chocolate hue, and see how to use it inside and outside of a home
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Colors of the Year

10 Paint Colors Set to Define 2025

By Jennifer Ott

Paint companies’ Color of the Year selections signal warm shades of plum, brown and red will dominate home interiors
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Trending Now

5 Big-Picture Design Trends Popular Right Now

By Mitchell Parker

Design and remodeling pros share the materials, colors and features they and homeowners are excited about
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