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Best Paint Colors to Choose for Interior Trim

September 7th, 2019

2 min read

By Bill Carlson

Bathtub with two windows with white trim

Sometimes you don’t necessarily have to repaint the entire interior of your home to make a statement. A fresh coat of paint on the trim might be all you need. The trim is one of those little things that make a huge difference when it comes to interior painting and design. Interior trim frames all the design and décor elements and gives your interior an outline that
unifies your space. 

Brush & Roll Painting has been painting woodwork since 1996. We take pride in helping make our customers dream home a reality and helping them find a color they will love for years. 

While most homeowners default to white for their interior trim, the options are endless. If you are thinking about adding color, don't shy away. In this article, we share some interior color tips for creating a modern home interior. 

Neutral-Colored Trim

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Neutral color shades for the trim tend to add a simple yet sophisticated appeal to any interior. Neutrals blend with pretty much any other interior color, but they come out great when paired with more modern furnishings that add character and warmth to the mix. If you have a colored ceiling, a neutral trim with help to tone the color down a little. 

Some of the most common neutral trim colors include black, gray, dark grey, brown, cream, beige, light gray, etc. Black, for instance, frames your interior very distinctively and doesn’t clash with other colors. If you use black for the trim, make sure the walls are not a dark color. 

Bold-Colored Trim

Windows painted dark blue and light blue on the trim. Dark dining room table and chairs.The trim is a relatively small feature in your home’s interior, so painting it in a bold color will add a pop of excitement without overwhelming your space. Something like lemon yellow, sky blue, or pink will add personality to your interior without too much drama. A bold-colored trim is an excellent option if you want a quirky, eclectic, or unique look, or if you want to add a new shade without going all-in on the walls. 

White Trim

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White is the most popular trim paint color that adds a classic look to any interior and matches almost anything. If you have a pastel, neutral, or soft color on the walls, white trim will create a subtle contrast in your interior. On the other hand, if your interior walls are bold or intense, white woodwork will tone the look down and lighten your interior space. 

For neutral-colored walls, a white trim will highlight the surrounding undertones so that your walls don’t look featureless. Can’t seem to make up your mind on the best color for your trim? White won’t disappoint you –it’s a timeless classic favorite for many homeowners and interior designers. 

So if you want to break up bold walls or ceilings, highlight the subtle undertone of neutral walls, or leave the attention to exciting furnishings.

Trim that's the Same Color as the Walls

Grey-green painted accent wall with bed in middle of room. Window with floor length dark purple curtains and warm wood floor.

Painting the interior trim the same color as the walls is a common technique for painting small rooms. This technique makes the room appear larger while adding a more modern, unified look. When using this technique, choose a glosser paint sheen for the trim to make it stand out even as it matches the walls. 

If you need professional help with interior home painting in Omaha, NE, the Brush & Roll Painting team is here to help. We have years of experience and a long list of happy clients. Book a FREE estimate or call us today at 402-932-9764 for more details to get started with us.

Bill Carlson

Bill is the owner and operator of Brush & Roll Painting. Bill Carlson is a second-generation painter. He grew up working with his father’s painting and restoration company. After graduating from Bennington High School, he served in the US Navy, traveling with the boxing team. While this was a great opportunity to see the world, it also made him realize how much he loved his little world here in Nebraska. He settled back into the painting industry, working with his brother. It wasn’t long before Bill’s entrepreneurial spirit pushed him to start his own business. Always one for a challenge, he longed to prove to himself that he could be as successful on his own as both his dad and brother were.