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Ten brands named 2027 Colors of the Year, with picks ranging from pale green and blue-gray to deep brown, terracotta and pink. Minwax selected Pickled Oak, a wood stain rather than paint; the choices are brand selections, not a single industry-wide forecast.
Ten paint and wood-finish brands have named their picks for 2027 Color of the Year, according to a roundup by Family Handyman. The selections range from soft greens and blue-grays to earthy browns, pinks and terracotta, while Minwax chose a light oak stain instead of a paint color, offering homeowners a range of brand-specific options for decorating and refinishing projects.
The named paints include Celery (SW 6421) from Sherwin-Williams and HGTV Home by Sherwin-Williams, a light green with yellow undertones; Grounded (T27-01) from Behr, a dark olive green with brown undertones; and Cottage Door (8004-38E) from Valspar, a muted blue-gray with warm undertones. Glidden’s Artifact (PPG10-16) is a smoky blue-gray with aqua hints. The shades are not identical, but several selections sit in subdued, nature-associated palettes.
Other brands chose deeper or warmer colors. Dunn-Edwards named French Press Coffee (DEBN07), a dark brown with subtle purple undertones, while Dutch Boy selected Deep Rooted (311-7DB), a warm terracotta-like orange. Clark+Kensington, available at Ace Hardware, picked Vantage Point (38B-4), a rich blue with muted undertones. Graham & Brown selected Rose Earth, a soft pink with earthy undertones, and C2 Paint chose Pueblo (C2-510), a warm shade between dusty pink and terracotta.
Minwax’s selection is Pickled Oak, a light wood stain with warm undertones. Unlike opaque paint, the stain is intended to leave the wood grain visible. The brand suggests it for projects such as furniture and shelving, including work to lighten the appearance of existing wood. Family Handyman reports that the manufacturers also offer suggested palettes and uses, but those recommendations are not a guarantee of how a color will look in every home.
A Palette for Paint and Wood Projects
The selections give homeowners a snapshot of what participating brands are promoting for interior and exterior projects in 2027. They can help people compare colors before choosing paint for rooms, cabinetry, siding or a front door, or a finish for a wood project. The range also means there is no single shared color direction: brands are presenting both quiet blue-green shades and more saturated earth-inspired colors.
The distinction between paint and stain matters when planning a project. A stain such as Pickled Oak is meant to work with the wood surface and preserve visible grain, while paint changes the appearance with an opaque coating. Brand descriptions and suggested pairings can guide a shortlist, but lighting, existing finishes and the particular surface may affect the final result.
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Ten Brands, Separate Selections
Family Handyman’s report compiles selections from Sherwin-Williams, Behr, Valspar, Glidden, Dunn-Edwards, Dutch Boy, Clark+Kensington, Graham & Brown, C2 Paint and Minwax. The article cites company announcements and brand statements as its sources. The list therefore reflects choices made by individual manufacturers, rather than a single vote or a formally unified industry designation.
Several companies recommend using their colors with particular companion shades or materials. Sherwin-Williams describes Celery alongside cream trim and natural wood; Valspar suggests pairing Cottage Door with light neutrals and wood; and Behr recommends Grounded for interior and exterior settings. These are brand suggestions, not reported consumer research or independent assessments of performance.
“The shade’s organic warmth creates a sense of calm and renewal, making every room feel inviting and effortlessly livable.”
— Kayla Kratz, Head of Color at Behr Paint Company
How the Picks Were Chosen
The roundup identifies the brands and colors but does not describe a common selection process, consumer survey or method for comparing the choices. The announcements establish what each brand selected; they do not establish that the colors will become the most popular choices among homeowners or that the selections represent the entire paint market.
Details such as pricing, availability by location, finish options and whether every color can be used on every surface are not set out consistently in the source material. Actual appearance can vary with lighting and surroundings, and the article does not provide independent testing or performance comparisons. Readers should check the relevant manufacturer’s product information for project-specific details.
Check Samples Before Painting
Homeowners considering one of the colors can consult the manufacturer’s current product page or a local retailer for availability, recommended surfaces and application instructions. Before committing to a full room or exterior, compare samples in the space and under different lighting conditions; for wood stain, test on the relevant wood where possible because the finished appearance depends on the material.
The source material does not identify a shared next announcement or a later industry-wide decision. The next practical step is therefore at the brand and retailer level: confirm product details, test the color or stain, and choose based on the specific project rather than treating any one selection as a universal forecast.
Key Questions
Which brands named a 2027 Color of the Year in the report?
The report lists Sherwin-Williams and HGTV Home by Sherwin-Williams, Behr, Valspar, Glidden, Dunn-Edwards, Dutch Boy, Clark+Kensington, Graham & Brown, C2 Paint and Minwax.
What are the 2027 colors?
The selections are Celery, Grounded, Cottage Door, Artifact, French Press Coffee, Deep Rooted, Vantage Point, Rose Earth, Pueblo and Pickled Oak. Pickled Oak is a wood stain; the other selections are paints.
Are these colors proven to be the most popular for 2027?
No. The source reports individual brands’ Color of the Year selections. It does not cite a shared consumer survey or evidence that these will be the most widely used colors.
What makes Pickled Oak different from the other picks?
Pickled Oak is a wood stain, not paint. Minwax says it is intended to lighten wood while allowing the grain to show through. Check the product directions and test it on the relevant wood before starting a larger project.
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