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The MGD Neutral Paint Guide

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December 17, 2020

In our book, a good neutral paint color is the perfect accent to pair alongside fresh white walls, to achieve an effortless, laid-back design aesthetic. A good neutral adds a warmth that traditional white tones don’t quite seem to capture, and is a favorite go-to of ours for cabinetry, millwork, interior doors and trim work. Take a peek at a few of our favorite neutral paint colors below — we’d love to see them in your homes!

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Our Neutral Paint Picks
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Farrow & Ball No. 282 Shadow White
Sherwin Williams SW 1015 Skyline Steel
Sherwin Williams
SW 7029 Agreeable Gray
Sherwin Williams
SW 9165 Gossamer Veil
Dunn Edwards DE6226 Foggy Day
Benjamin Moore OC-48 Hazy Skies
Benjamin Moore OC-28 Collingwood
Benjamin Moore OC-46 Halo
Benjamin Moore OC-27 Balboa Mist
Farrow & Ball No. 283 Drop Cloth
Benjamin Moore OC-18 Dove Wing
Farrow & Ball No. 201 Shaded White



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  1. Sarah says

    December 31, 2020 at 11:13 pm

    What color paint did you use for the waterfront cabin in Lake Arrowhead kitchen cabinets? I would love to know, thank you!

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    • Mindy Gayer Design Co. says

      March 9, 2021 at 8:44 pm

      Hi Sarah! It’s Card Room Green No. 79 by Farrow & Ball 🙂

      Reply
  2. jillian says

    July 1, 2021 at 3:54 pm

    wondering what paint colour was used for the bunkbeds in the bainbridge project? we just love it, thanks!

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    • Mindy Gayer Design Co. says

      July 6, 2021 at 11:56 am

      Thank you so much! It’s Chelsea Gray by Benjamin Moore 🙂

      Reply
  3. Jennifer says

    October 11, 2021 at 7:40 am

    Your work is absolutely beautiful! Could you please share what exterior colors were used for the body and patio french doors on the Spanish Canyon project? Thank you 🙂

    Reply
    • Mindy Gayer Design Co. says

      October 19, 2021 at 11:57 am

      Thank you so much! The exterior is Swiss Coffee by Benjamin Moore, and the door color was custom color matched to the windows so we don’t have a specific hue to share!

      Reply
  4. Kristin says

    March 10, 2022 at 1:09 pm

    I love your color palettes! What color did you use on the kitchenette for the Lake Arrowhead project? It’s gorgeous!

    Reply
    • Mindy Gayer Design Co. says

      March 11, 2022 at 12:58 pm

      Thank you so much! It’s Card Room Green by Farrow & Ball 🙂

      Reply
  5. Beth says

    March 4, 2023 at 8:25 am

    The color of the kitchen cabinets of the Newport Coast remodel WAs not listed in your article on Kitchen cabinet color, so Wondering what beautiful shade of blue that was? And what do you think of moody, relaxing dark blues for kitchen Cabinetry?

    Reply
  6. Susan says

    April 11, 2023 at 10:06 am

    Hi! I love your palettes so much. What color is used on the “drop zone /nook” entry way in your Inner Sunset project? love it!

    Reply

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