A Look at Every 2026 Color of the Year We Know So Far

2026 Color of the Year

As major design and paint firms begin to reveal their selections, the 2026 Color of the Year conversation is underway. Behr Paint’s “Hidden Gem” and WGSN’s “Transformative Teal” signal an industry-wide trend toward tranquil, nature-inspired shades that reflect a global desire for stability.

Valspar Names “Warm Eucalyptus” as 2026 Color of the Year, Highlighting a Collective Desire for Calm

Warm Eucalyptus

Valspar has announced its 2026 Color of the Year is Warm Eucalyptus, a serene, nature-inspired green. The calming shade was chosen in response to a growing global trend toward mindful living and creating restorative spaces that promote comfort and well-being.

Sherwin-Williams Names ‘Horizon Blue’ as 2026 Color of the Year, Signaling a Shift to Stability

Sherwin-Williams

Sherwin-Williams has announced the most popular paint colors of 2026, naming ‘Horizon Blue’ as its Color of the Year. The forecast signals a global interior design trend shift towards stability, calm, and colors inspired by the natural world.

Behr’s 2026 Color of the Year is ‘Sanctuary,’ A Gray Beige Hue Designed for a Post-Pandemic World

Behr's 2026 Color of the Year

Behr Paint Company has named ‘Sanctuary,’ a soft gray-beige neutral, as its Behr 2026 Color of the Year. The selection reflects a growing consumer demand for calming, versatile home environments and a shift in interior design trends toward enduring tranquility.