What Color Accent Wall Goes With Gray?

This color can be quite tricky to use in interior decorations, as its brightness and vibrancy can be overwhelming. However, it goes perfectly with light gray walls. This is because light gray manages to make the brightness of yellow more palatable, creating contrast. Therefore, a yellow accent wall is bright without being overpowering. These color walls also add a touch of warmth to pale gray rooms. Though gray is an amazing neutral color, it can be quite cold, especially if it has blue undertones. Yet, yellow makes these cold grey walls feel cozier and inviting.

The best shade of yellow to pair with gray will depend on the coolness of the gray. If it has a lot of blue undertones, then you will want a warm tone wallpaper, such as gold, mustard, or amber, to use as accent colors. Yet, if you don’t want it to be as overpowering, you can also pair gray walls with a paler wallpaper accent wall. This combination works well in a sitting room or an entire room to add warmth and pops of color without overwhelming the space.

In the photo above, we can see our Bright Moroccan Removable Wallpaper from the Yellow Wallpaper collection. Patterned wallpaper like this can be used in small doses to create contrast and enhance the right shade of jewel tones in your room accents.

Green is also an incredible choice for an accent wall that works well with gray, especially within jewel tones. Specifically, dark green wallpaper, such as emerald, forest, and pine, pairs beautifully with gray walls. You can also experiment with lighter shades like turquoise. Part of the reason why green matches gray so beautifully is that green, an earthy hue, is associated with life and nature. Thus, a green accent wall adds a touch of life to gray, a color often considered quite boring. If you are going to use this color combination, it is vital that you find the ideal matching shades of green and gray - especially from our great selection of Green Wall Mural designs or Green Wallpaper designs. If, however, you are looking for a unique and eye-catching green wallpaper design, you might love the green pattern wallpaper - Green Abstract Oysters Design Wallpaper from the Green Wallpaper collection seen in the photo above.

One of the best things about blue as an accent wall is that there are so many shades to choose from. You can find a shade of blue that will complement your gray walls at the Blue Wallpaper collection and browse through different styles and color choices. Though a blue accent may not be as striking as a pink accent color, blue wallpaper is a popular choice for good reason. It just works so excellently with gray and adds a touch of elegance to your space. Navy and teal blues are especially common combinations with gray. This is because blue complements the silvery undertones of gray, creating a steel blue aesthetic. If you want to create a cool room with a timeless look, then a blue accent wall with peel and stick blue wallpaper will work effectively. Incorporating natural elements like natural wood accents or brown tones can enhance the classic, mid century modern feel. For a bolder design, consider the dark blue wallpaper - Bold Blue Leopard Design Wallpaper from the Blue Wallpaper collection. It's a fun choice to create a dazzling bathroom interior, especially when paired with off-white or beige accents. Adding turquoise and darker shades can refine the elegant, classic style you're aiming for.

Next, pink wallpaper is an excellent choice for people seeking bold aesthetics and a timeless look. In our opinion, pale and light pattern wallpaper designs work particularly well as an accent color with gray walls. It makes gray, a color often renowned for being quite dull and neutral, more vibrant and interesting. In the photo above, we can see a beautiful girl's room design by Jess, who has created a charming pink and grey combination in the bedroom interior. By combining light grey with light pink colors and a matching peel and stick wallpaper—Grey Spots Pattern Removable Wallpaper from the Kids Wallpaper collection—she has achieved an elegant space. When it comes to pink, there are loads of pink pattern wallpaper design options to consider for interior design. Check out the different pink removable wallpaper designs at the Pink Wallpaper collection to perfectly accent any room with hues of brown, beige, darker furniture, or even purple. 

If you pair gray with black wallpaper, ensure that the shade of gray is not too dark. Otherwise, it will create a dark and dingy room. Instead, select a light gray. Black design wallpaper can be used to establish a dramatic style. If you select a black accent mural wallpaper for walls, you should ensure that the furniture in your room is light to add some life to the stunning space. Consider adding accents like beige or purple to balance the look. Black accent walls aren’t for everyone, so you may want to seriously consider whether or not your bedroom or other space can pull off this style - but do not throw the idea away as black peel and stick wallpaper designs are a great option to choose and can look very sophisticated. If you are looking for black accent ideas, in the photo above we can see the gorgeous modern black wallpaper - Dark Abstract Oysters Removable Wallpaper from the Dark And Black Wallpaper collection adding a moody and luxurious touch to the interior. Furthermore, our Black and White Murals are one of the most popular peel and stick wall art choices amongst our clients - murals your way are coming to experiment! Consider incorporating elements of brown or grey to further enhance your décor.

You might think that white is a rather boring accent choice. After all, most people opt for vivid colors and wallpaper patterns. Yet, we think that white wallpaper works wonderfully as an accent, as it is an incredibly flexible color. You can easily pair a white accent with different shades of gray. And in the photo above we can see an example of a light and airy and at the same time chic bedroom interior with the white peel and stick wallpaper - Neutral Agate Print Removable Wallpaper from the Light And White Wallpaper collection creating a modern white background with design. 

Another one of our picks for a room is orange. Though this shade is not as popular as some of the others on this list, we believe that an this colour accent wall can work wonders with grey. Like orange will make gray rooms feel warmer and more lively. While completely red walls don’t always complement gray color schemes, orange accent walls with red undertones can be brilliant. If you love a blooming floral style, then the floral wallpaper - Colorful Floral Removable Wallpaper from the Colorful Wallpaper collection could be a fun choice for a dazzling wallpaper accent in your space. Adding brown and purple accents can also enhance the overall look.

As the final option for a color to pair with grey, we have chosen gray itself. Monotone interior designs are very much in style, and if created tastefully, they can definitely leave a wow factor impression. A monotone gray room with a grey wallpaper accent wall does not have to look boring or plain. Picking an accent wall shade that complements the space can make all the difference. Mix in different patterns and shades of gray to include eye-catching details and create a calming, clean, and luxurious space. Add a complementing upholstery fabric to create a unique design sofa chair or printed fabric by the yard, such as the Grey Foliage Print Design Printed Fabric curtains seen in the mood board above from our custom fabric designs online fabric store at Shop All Fabric Prints And Designs.

In the mood board inspiration for a modern grey living room interior, we can also see our grey wallpaper Marble Pattern Removable Mural from the Grey Mural collection and the gray peel and stick wallpaper - Concrete Tile Pattern Removable Wallpaper from the Grey Wallpaper collection, combined with different eye-catching gray interior decor and the previously mentioned luxurious print fabric that can be used for eye-catching curtain designs, cushion covers, or any other room detail. Consider adding touches of brown or purple for a unique twist.