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Whether you're looking for a soothing gray, the perfect white, or a warming beige, start by browsing 35 of our favorite neutral paint colors.

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Whether mint or market fresh green, find the perfect shade of green for your rooms in our collection of 30+ top green paint colors.

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Blues come in a variety of shades, which means they can suit any style and color preference. Start your search for the perfect blue paint color with this list of our favorite picks.

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Give your room a lift with yellow. These yellow paint colors range from the lightest of buttercreams to the richest of maple golds. We've rounded up 26 of our favorite shades to help you start your search.

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If you're looking to add a regal air to your room or a sweet, sophisticated aura, purple will do the trick. Find your perfect paint color from our top purple picks.

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