The best gray wallpaper ideas in the living room

^{Looking for a truly timeless palette or some modern gray living room ideas? There are few colors more durable and versatile than gray. Whatever the defining qualities of your space – square footage, ceiling height, natural light, architectural details or material mixes – you can be sure there's a shade of gray to enhance it.}

^{The designers at Malldeco are ready to share their favorite and most original ways to capitalize on the understated power of this chameleon color.}

^{How to choose the right shade of gray?}

^{Most shades of gray include different colored pigments in the black/white mix, which provide depth and character and change the way the gray appears when it reacts to light. Put the grays side by side and you'll see that one can look a bit green, purple or blue if it has cool undertones, or the shade of red, orange, brown or yellow can appear if it's a warm grey. Gray is often perceived as cold, but with the right underlying tonal notes, gray can give spaces a gentle warmth.}

^{In addition to the temperature, you will need to think about the intensity of this color. For a feeling of light and space, keep the shade pale, but for comfort and drama, opt for darker grids. If you only use the camera in the evening, consider a stronger color to create a sense of privacy, but if you use the camera during the day you could opt for a lighter gray.}

^{To find the best shade, you'll need to consider the orientation of your living room, and conveniently there's a compass app on most phones for that. South-facing rooms are full of light, so all grays will work. A pale gray will maximize the feeling of light and space, so it's good as a small living room idea - while a cooler gray will balance out the intensity of the sunlight. Northern light tends to bring out the cooler notes of a grey, so either choose a deep saturated gray for a cocooning effect, or choose a lighter gray with warm undertones for a more welcoming atmosphere. East-facing spaces receive warmer light in the morning and cooler light in the evening, and vice versa for west-facing rooms. For light that changes means you'll need to find a gray that works as both - or with the lighting at the time of day in the space being used.}

^{Don't forget to match the colors and undertones of the adjoining rooms or exterior views. If you're layering grays, choose ones with the same undertones from a single color family. Malldeco will propose a lot of Collections in different shades of gray.}

^{7 Gray living room ideas}

^{1.      Contrast cool gray with earth tones}

^{For an easy home renovation, use vinyl wallpaper. Choose blue-grey to create a foil for the wealth of warm, textural elements you can introduce into the living space – such as the bespoke joinery with cane paneling and marble plinths and the caramel leather sofa.}

^{There is a nice combination of gray and beige that will look good in almost any home. Additionally, this soft gray shade is a great backdrop for displaying art and objects while maintaining a serene, light-filled aesthetic.}

 

              ^{2.   Add texture with natural wallpapers}

^{The textural element gives great depth to the walls, which then look and feel completely different in various lights.}

^{The textured surface of the wallpaper works particularly well in the cool gray light, making the rooms comfortable, no matter what shade you choose. The shade of gray used in the living room provides a neutral background for the colorful and patterned fabrics, but in combination with the pale curtains, it helps reflect natural light into the room.}

^{3.     Be brave with the deepest and darkest gray living room ideas}

^{One of the bravest ideas for a gray living room is to use a very dark gray wallpaper on one wall, which makes a nice combination with the dark wood furniture. Combine with bronze and gold accessories and lots of greenery to give the wall color more impact. The result will be a real feast for the eyes.}

^{4.      Make bold colors pop on dark walls}

^{Deep gray wallpaper makes bold colors pop even more than white would, so pair the dark living room walls with bright shades that will really pop and lift those moody hues. A single piece of art, a colorful gallery wall or a statement piece of furniture would all be the perfect addition to a dark gray living room.}

^{5.     Layer the grayscale}

^{For a timeless look that will always be in style, choose a monochrome gray scheme for your living room. Layer a few shades of gray to create a soft and welcoming neutral living room. When layering the shades it should be taken into account that they have similar undertones and that they will not clash when placed together.}

^{6.      Make gray the perfect background for colorful artwork}

^{Pale gray wallpaper acts as a great counter foil to textural layers of art and furniture when plain white just won't do. At Malldeco you can find many washable wallpapers, in different shades, to create the ideal background if you want an original and individual design according to your interests.}

 

^{7.      Add floral wallpaper for visual interest}

^{There is a misconception that gray cannot be beautiful. A great way to add a feminine touch to a gray living room is to apply a floral vinyl wallpaper in the same color family.}

 

^{While a client's taste can change and evolve over time, gray is often a safe option for a washable wallpaper color, meaning updates can be made in accessories and upholstery.}