11 BEST Greige Paint Colors in 2024 + Real Home Pics

Use this list of the best greige paint colors to help you narrow down your paint color selection and make picking just one color a breeze!

Gray? Beige? I get it. The indecision can be paralyzing. What if I had the perfect alternative?

Enter: greige – that perfect blend of gray and beige that has all the warmth of beige without being overly yellow. It truly is the best of both worlds—you really can have it all, folks!

Some greiges will lean gray while others will appear more beige, and with dozens of options on the market, it can still be challenging to find “the one.”

But, don’t worry, because I’ve got you covered! Today, I’m sharing the best of the best…the creme de la creme of greiges. Because, for you, only the best will do.

Let’s jump right in!

Greige Paint Undertones

Choosing the right paint color is ALL about the undertones.

Here’s a quick design lesson. The “mass tone” (or “overtone”) is the primary paint color that you see (red, blue, etc.). Undertones are slight differences in the mass tone that distinguish one shade from another. For example, the hint of green in a particular greige paint is an undertone.

A greige color can have an extensive range of undertones, with red, yellow, or pink undertones causing the shade to lean warm. Conversely, greiges with blue, green, or purple undertones will lean cooler. 

Like whites, greiges can look very different in various lighting exposures, thanks to undertones. Use large paint swatches to test any colors you like before you buy them so you have a chance to vet those undertones before committing!

Greige Paint Lighting Considerations

I mentioned above that lighting can significantly impact how greiges will read. Here’s a general idea of what you can expect.

• North-facing rooms have cool-toned natural lighting, which will make all colors look slightly darker and could draw out any cool undertones. 
• South-facing rooms have bright, warm lighting, often making colors look lighter and softer.
• West-facing rooms have cool light in the morning but much warmer light later in the day. This makes colors look muted in the morning while warm undertones overpower in the evening.
• East-facing rooms face the opposite scenario. For both east and west rooms, I recommend choosing your paint color based on how it appears during the time of day when you will use the space the most.

The 11 Best Greige Paint Colors

No matter what your home or decor style is, one of the colors on this list should fit the bill! I’ve collected both warm and cool options to provide a range of possibilities.

With each color, I offer a brief description and a photo example to show how it can look in real life.

NOTE: I have published more in-depth paint color reviews on these colors. If you want to learn more about any of them (such as color pairing ideas), just click through the links!

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And remember that picking a color is only one battle. To win the paint-picking war, you also need to make sure you choose the correct finish (flat, eggshell, satin, semi-gloss, etc).

Don’t worry. I didn’t leave you hanging on that, either. Learn how to choose a paint sheen here!

And to move you quickly from paint zero to hero, I have a great, free resource for you. Grab a copy of 5 Massive Paint Mistakes to Avoid…because when all else fails, as long as you stay away from these 5 cardinal painting sins, you’re probably doing A-OK!

1. Benjamin Moore Classic Gray

Classic Gray (OC-23) is a timeless and versatile greige paint color that can add just the right hint of color when white isn’t the right fit. 

It also happens to be my favorite shade of greige on this list, hence the number one spot. 😉

This warm, light greige paint has subtle green undertones. With an LRV of 74.78 (Light Reflectance Value, rated on a 0-100 scale with 0 being pure black and 100 being pure white), this shade falls in the light range and can wash out in bright light exposure.

Like this shade, too? If it’s a color you’re seriously considering, be sure to sample it first! I highly recommend these mess-free, re-usable, re-positionable peel and stick paint samples ⤵

Now, onto the visuals!

Check out the soft, subtle hue that Classic Gray offers in this bedroom (which happens to be in my first home in Alexandria, VA). It’s a chic, restful shade and oh-so-gorgeous color!

If you’re searching for the perfect blank slate that’s not quite so blank, this home office from Katie Lamb shows you how Classic Gray may be what you have been looking for. I love how this shade is creamy and soft without being boring.

2. Sherwin Williams Agreeable Gray

Agreeable Gray (SW 7029) is one of the most popular greige paint colors out there. It also is aptly named because it’s willing to play nice with many other colors.

That doesn’t mean it’s basic or boring, though. It has some flex, thanks to its mild green undertones, and it will shift between leaning gray or beige based on the warmth of the light exposure.

With an LRV of 60, it falls in what I consider the “perfect range” because it offers lovely saturation that won’t wash out in bright lighting. 

Notice here that Agreeable Gray leans gray in this entryway and dining room space from Maison de Pax. But it has enough warmth that it’s very “agreeable” with the warm wood tones.

Another great example showing the creaminess of this greige is this laundry room from Meredith Rodday Design. The Agreeable Gray cabinets add just the right amount of warmth to soften the blues in the space.

3. Benjamin Moore Edgecomb Gray

With an LRV of 63.88 and soft neutral gray-green undertones, Edgecomb Gray HC-173 reads warm and versatile when playing with other colors. Pair it with White Dove, Hale Navy, Kendall Charcoal, Chantilly Lace, etc.

Here’s a fun fact about Edgecomb Gray…BM loves it so much they have the same exact shade in three different color collections with three different names:

1. Edgecomb Gray (HC-173)
2. Baby Fawn (OC-15)
3. Alaskan Skies (972)

Whatever you call this shade, @wittconstructioninc presents a great example of its coziness. Here, Edgecomb Gray leans very gray in shadows but shifts to warm beige in the light.

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Paired with white ceilings and trim, Making It in the Mountains did a fabulous job of showing the lighter side of Edgecomb Gray.

4. Benjamin Moore Balboa Mist

Balboa Mist (OC-27) is a warm neutral greige paint color with slight taupe undertones that give it depth and flex.

With an LRV of 67, it’s a medium-light color that will give your walls good saturation and contrast with your trim without looking too dark. It will lighten considerably in bright light, but it won’t wash out and appear white.

But be aware! Balboa Mist has some surprising undertones, so it’s one that you’ll definitely want to sample before you commit.

This before and after dining room makeover from @susanalisoninteriors shows off those beautiful taupe undertones. Balboa Mist can hold its own in the light while allowing the colorful decor to catch the eye.

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Here, this room from DIY Design Fanatic shows off those sneaky undertones. Take a look at how different the shade looks above the R in the shadows vs right above the linen closet.

You can really get a sense of how much lighting makes a difference with these greige tones!

5. Benjamin Moore Pale Oak

In my opinion, Pale Oak (OC-20) is one of the most underrated greige paint colors. It’s a smidge warmer and lighter than Balboa Mist, but it’s not as popular as other shades because of its mild purple-pink undertones.

With an LRV of 70, it will tend to wash out in very bright natural light, but otherwise, it reads like a gorgeous soft greige. 

This example from A Thoughtful Place Blog puts a visual on what I was saying about Pale Oak being underrated. This shade is stunning and neutral!

Again, Pale Oak looks absolutely stunning in this kitchen from Nick and Alicia. It’s bright without being basic!

6. Sherwin Williams Accessible Beige

Accessible Beige (SW 7036) is one of the most popular beige paints that Sherwin Williams offers, and it is actually a greige paint color.

With an LRV of 58, it provides excellent saturation in any room of the house, and it’s surprisingly warm, given its gray-beige-green undertones.

The lighting and decor in this bedroom from A Lovely Living draw out those beige and green undertones, which give this room a warm, inviting vibe.

Alternatively, this nursery by Marly Dice shows more of the taupe that can peek through with this versatile greige.

Are you starting to see why I say you need to swatch paint on your own walls before committing? It’s crazy how different this paint can look!

7. Sherwin Williams Repose Gray

Repose Gray (SW 7015) has a similar LRV to Agreeable Gray and is another popular greige.

However, its warm brown undertones are subtle, so it tends to lean gray while maintaining a soft quality that keeps it from feeling cold. Pair it with Simply White, Sea Salt, Urbane Bronze, Pure White, and more!

Thistlewood Farms shows exactly what I mean in this gorgeous and airy laundry room. It’s pretty enough almost to make me want to do laundry!

This sophisticated living room by Home Taylored is another fantastic visual of how lighting makes a huge difference when it comes to the best greige for your home.

Notice the difference in the paint color in the corner with the lamp turned on compared to right above the window, where all that natural light is flooding in! Also take note of how great this color looks with blonde/natural oak flooring!

8. Sherwin Williams Mindful Gray

Mindful Gray (SW 7016) is darker than Repose Gray and has similar undertones, although the beige tends to be a little stronger.

With an LRV of 48, this greige will hold its own very well in brightly lit rooms, but it could seem a little too dark in rooms with low light. 

Mindful Gray is doing a dance with the warm gold and red decor colors in this room from This is Our Bliss, so you can see the greige and hints of pink-purple near those pieces.

I like how Simply DIY Home uses Mindful Gray to create a contrast and break up the white kitchen. The paint also plays beautifully off of the counters!

9. Benjamin Moore Revere Pewter

Some people will disagree with me here, but I think that Revere Pewter (HC-172), which many proclaim as a primary go-to greige paint color for any home, is overused.

With an LRV of 55.51, it’s just too dark to be used that widely. However, Revere Pewter can be the perfect fit if you’re searching for a cool, gray-leaning greige, particularly in a room that receives plenty of light.

The Turquoise Home made great use of Revere Pewter and highlighted why it’s so popular. Thanks to the abundance of natural light in the image below, the hue is soft and bright. You can see the green undertones of the paint in this image, too—it is a lovely shade in this living room.

If you are looking for an alternative shade to white that can be used as a backdrop for color, Home by Hiliary shows you how it can be done!

This pretty nursery is colorful, yet muted, and looks like the perfect spot for a little girl to grow.

10. Anew Gray

Anew Gray (Sherwin Williams) is a medium warm greige and overall great neutral. It’s a bit darker than some of the other colors on this list with a LRV of 47, but what I appreciate about this shade is it really does have very minimal undertones, making it a true natural.

2 Cabinet Girls did a fantastic job modernizing the kitchen while still keeping it warm and inviting, thanks to a few coats of Anew Gray!

Yes, believe it or not, these bedroom walls are painted the same shade as the cabinets above, Anew Gray! This is a great example of how greige can shift between a warm gray that’s almost taupe to a light gray, depending on the lighting.

As you can see, this room has a lot of natural light, which brings out the cooler undertones vs the more purple undertones above. Megan from Honey We’re Home selected SW Anew Gray to make her room a pretty, peaceful haven. As you can see, it definitely worked!

11. Amazing Gray

Amazing Gray from Sherwin Williams is a rising star in the paint world. This mid-toned, warm greige is one of the darker ones on this list, with an LRV of 47. It’s also quite warm-leaning, which may or may not be what you are looking for.

The only way to know for sure? You gotta swatch it, baby!

You all know I love adding color to a home, and these blue cabinets pop perfectly against the Amazing Gray walls in this peaceful laundry room from @kathrynsalyerdesign.

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If you are fortunate enough to have high ceilings and tons of natural light, My Georgia House makes a very strong case for considering using Amazing Gray on the walls!

It is soft enough to let the windows take center stage without totally fading into the background.

Best Greige Paint Colors FAQs

That wraps up my collection of the best greige paint colors. Thanks to their versatility and depth, they make an excellent choice for many homes and are widely loved by designers and homeowners.

I hope this guide helped you narrow down your list of possibilities significantly! 

Since greiges can vary A LOT, remember to make color swatches and use them to see how a color behaves in YOUR home!

Pin these greige paint colors for later! And if you use one, leave a comment on the pin…that helps others decide whether they’d like to try one of these paint shades as well!