Homeowner’s Guide to 2024 Paint Trends in the Bay Area

Are you looking to refresh your Bay Area home with a new coat of paint? Ashby Lumber is here to partner with you. We carry an extensive selection of high-quality PPG interior and exterior paints. Whether you are working with a contractor on a new build, or choosing new paint colors to refresh your current home, selecting paint colors is a big decision. Exploring trendy hues and sustainable options is essential to creating a beautiful and eco-conscious space that reflects your individual style. Ashby offers interior & exterior PPG paints to meet all of your home improvement needs. 

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Top Bay Area Paint Trends for 2024:

  • Earthy Neutrals: Warm beiges, greiges (gray + beige), and taupes are popular for their calming and versatile nature. PPG’s Limitless (PPG1091-3), a warm honey beige, is a perfect example of this trend. It creates a spacious feel and pairs well with modern and traditional furniture.
  • Nature-Inspired Greens: Greens reflecting the Bay Area’s natural beauty are gaining traction. Think sage greens, mossy greens, and even bolder jewel tones like emerald green for accent walls. PPG offers Mallard Green (PPG1132-6), a sophisticated mid-toned green, and Soothing Sapphire (PPG10-09), a calming blue-green, for a taste of the outdoors.
  • Warm Terracotta: Earthy terracotta hues evoke a sense of warmth and groundedness. This rich color complements natural wood tones and adds a touch of sophistication. Consider PPG’s Caramelized Pecan (PPG1089-7) for a warm and inviting feel.
  • Ocean Blues: Channel the Bay Area’s stunning coastline with serene blues. Soft blues and teals create a calming atmosphere, perfect for bedrooms and bathrooms. PPG offers Aquamarine Dream (PPG1135-4), a light and airy aqua, for coastal charm.
  • Pops of Color: Don’t be afraid to add pops of color! Bold accents like mustard yellow, burnt orange, or deep navy can add personality and visual interest to a space.

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Tips for Choosing Paint Colors:

  • Consider Lighting: Natural light plays a big role in how paint colors appear. Test colors in your space at different times of day to see how they react to the light.
  • Think About Mood: What feeling do you want to create in the room? Calming blues for a bedroom, energetic yellows for a kitchen, or sophisticated grays for a living room?
  • Flow and Harmony: Consider how the paint color will flow throughout your home and contrast or blend with your trim. Choose a cohesive palette that creates a sense of connection between rooms.
  • Sample, Sample, Sample! Don’t underestimate the power of paint samples. Apply generous amounts of paint to poster boards and move them around the room under different lighting conditions before committing to a color.

Sustainable Paint Choices:

  • Low VOC Paints: Look for paints labeled “low VOC” (Volatile Organic Compounds). These paints minimize harmful emissions, improving indoor air quality and reducing environmental impact.
  • Recycled Content: Some paint brands offer paints with recycled content, diverting waste from landfills.
  • Durable Paints: Opt for high-quality, durable paints. Fewer repaints mean less paint used and less waste generated.

By keeping these trends and tips in mind, you can select a beautiful and sustainable paint color that reflects your style and complements your Bay Area home. Stop by Ashby Lumber Berkeley to browse the extensive selection of PPG colors and types of paint. Our experts are ready to partner with you as you select paints that align with your goals. You’re sure to find what you need at Ashby Lumber.