Summer 2025 Paint Trends: Fresh Color, Bold Design & Big Opportunities for Contractors
Maximize Your Summer Projects with PPG Paints & Ashby Lumber
Summer in the Bay Area is the perfect time for contractors to elevate their clients’ homes with bold paint updates—inside and out. As project momentum builds in the warmer months, 2025’s paint trends are bringing deep, expressive hues and renewed creativity to residential design. Clients want their homes to feel personal, refreshed, and visually inspiring, and color is one of the most powerful tools to make that happen.
Ashby Lumber is your partner in bringing these visions to life, with the expert support, products, and delivery services to help you take full advantage of summer opportunities.
What’s New for 2025: Bold Color with Depth and Versatility
This year’s standout is Purple Basil (PPG1046-7), PPG’s 2025 Color of the Year. It’s a dramatic dusty violet that shifts between warm and cool depending on the light—perfect for clients ready to move beyond neutral walls. Purple Basil pairs especially well with wood tones, stone, and brushed metals, making it a great match for kitchen cabinets, bathroom vanities, or front door statements.
It’s just one example of 2025’s bolder, more expressive palette. We’re seeing strong demand for:
- Rich Terracottas and Caramels – Bring warmth and texture to interiors and exteriors alike.
- Herbaceous Greens and Forest Shades – Evoke calm in kitchens, living spaces, or backyard structures.
- Grounded Neutrals – Taupes, soft blacks, and warm grays add timeless structure without going flat.
Interior + Exterior Paint Applications for Maximum Impact
Unlike previous years that focused solely on interiors, 2025’s color trends are perfectly suited for exterior applications too.
Interior Ideas:
- Create statement walls in living spaces or offices with a deep tone like Purple Basil.
- Refinish cabinetry or built-ins in rich, nature-inspired hues for warmth and character.
- Use contrasting trim or painted ceilings to add unexpected detail in otherwise neutral spaces.
Exterior Ideas:
- Refresh stucco or siding with updated neutrals like warm gray or weathered green.
- Use bold paint on shutters, front doors, and eaves for striking curb appeal.
- Offer paint updates for backyard ADUs, fences, or pergolas to match modern landscaping upgrades.
With warm weather and dry conditions, summer is ideal for both indoor and outdoor painting—get ahead of your clients’ seasonal goals by suggesting integrated color plans.
Summer Project Opportunities to Pitch
Use paint as a jumping-off point for broader upgrades. These are some high-impact projects you can propose:
- Kitchen cabinet repainting with new hardware and finishes
- Exterior refreshes with updated color palettes and trim details
- Accent wall installations in home offices or living rooms
- Bathroom makeovers with painted vanities and tile coordination
To help visualize your design ideas, Ashby’s Kitchen and Bath Design Team provides expert layouts using 2020 design software—perfect for walking clients through a full-color transformation.
Ashby Lumber Is Your Summer Paint Partner
Ashby Lumber supports contractors with:
- High-quality paint-compatible building materials
- Expert sales staff who understand job site logistics and timelines
- Quick one- to two-day delivery across the East Bay and beyond
- Contactless pick-up for added convenience
- Free jobsite delivery of 48 gallons of premixed colors, primers, and sealers
- Free phone consultation or jobsite visit (time permitted) for Protective Marine Coatings on large projects
- Color rendering and consultation services for large projects of $5,000.00+
- Custom quotes available for projects 200+ gallons
We also have one of the most advanced websites in the industry, where contractors can get pricing, submit orders, and manage their accounts—all online.
Talk Color with Our Showroom Experts
Looking for color and finish advice to go with your paint plan? Our Kitchen & Bath Showroom features top cabinetry, countertop, and fixture brands—ideal for creating cohesive design palettes.
Contact the showroom directly at (510) 616-5154 to speak with a specialist or schedule a visit.
Let’s Make Summer Your Most Profitable Season Yet
With clients ready to invest in their homes and trends leaning into bold, expressive color, this summer is your chance to take projects to the next level. Partner with Ashby Lumber to access the materials, expertise, and support your business needs.
Visit www.ashbylumber.com to explore products, get a quote, or connect with our pro sales team.
FAQs for Summer 2025 Paint Color Trends with PPG Paints & Ashby Lumber
What are the top paint color trends for summer 2025 in the Bay Area?
The leading paint color trends for summer 2025 include bold, expressive hues like Purple Basil-a dramatic dusty violet-alongside rich terracottas, caramels, herbaceous greens, forest shades, and grounded neutrals such as taupes, soft blacks, and warm grays. These colors reflect a move toward both warmth and personality, with a strong emphasis on versatility for both interior and exterior applications.
How can contractors use 2025’s trending paint colors to maximize curb appeal and home value?
Contractors can boost curb appeal by using trending colors like warm grays, weathered greens, or bold shades such as Purple Basil on exteriors, shutters, front doors, and trim. These updates not only modernize the look of a home but also align with buyers’ preferences for fresh, personalized spaces, potentially increasing property value.
What are the best interior paint applications for 2025’s color trends?
For interiors, 2025’s color trends are ideal for creating statement walls, refinishing cabinetry in nature-inspired hues, and adding contrast with painted trim or ceilings. Deep tones like Purple Basil bring drama to living rooms and offices, while earthy neutrals and greens add warmth and calm to kitchens and bathrooms.
Why is summer the best season for painting projects in the Bay Area?
Summer offers warm, dry conditions that are optimal for both indoor and outdoor painting. These conditions help paint cure properly and allow contractors to complete projects efficiently. It’s also a peak season for home improvements, making it the perfect time to pitch bold color updates and integrated design plans to clients.
How does Ashby Lumber support contractors with summer painting projects?
Ashby Lumber provides contractors with high-quality, paint-compatible building materials, expert sales support, and fast delivery services across the East Bay. We offer free jobsite delivery for large orders, color consultation and rendering services for big projects, and a user-friendly website for quotes, orders, and account management, helping contractors streamline their summer projects and meet client expectations.