Wood paneling is slowly making a comeback in most homes because of how welcoming it looks. You might have wondered how to style your house around wood paneling. Well fear not, we have compiled a list of the best paint colors that go with wood paneling to keep your home stylish.
Here are Some Pros of Wood Paneling
Of course, there are always benefits of wood paneling! If you just got them put in, or bought a house with wood paneling, read on! Here’s why it’s a great choice.
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- Wood paneling looks luxurious in any house. Rustic charm is what it gives a house.
- Wood paneling can cover up any flaw you may have in your wall or paint.
- Wood paneling insulates and spreads heat evenly around a room.
- It is easy to install wood paneling.
Paint Colors That Go With Wood Paneling
there is no certain color paint for wall or wood panel design. But picking paint colors should not ever be a daunting task since you can work with any color and it will come out to be stunning. Like knotty pine, warm, neutral colors and cool tones go with wood trim and panels. Below, you will find some of our suggestions for color palettes that will work anywhere.
1) Turquoise and Wood Paneling
Turquoise is often used in many traditional interior designs. The primary Southwestern décor is paneling and turquoise. Turquoise is the best jewelry and it goes really with the light and dark wood paneling. By doing so, if you choose this color, your space won’t look mismatched.
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A good pointer would be to remember to select a color that sets off the warmth given by the warmth and neutrality of wood wall paneling. Turquoise also has a beachy feeling to it, but in natural light remains vintage. You can also go light blue if you like, matte or glossy for next level decor. Either way, it is still draw attention.
2) Dark Brown and Wood Paneling
A classic favorite to go with paneling is dark brown. It’s not a kitschy look and pairs nicely with the sandy color scheme of the paneling. Dark brown is of course a neutral color so it basically goes with everything. It works great with wood paneled walls in their natural form, though. The natural color of wood paneling is what we love, and we would like to keep it. The bold color is easier to enjoy with the grain.
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Light-colored wood paneling benefits most from a dark color scheme. Dark brown is still a good all–rounder, even as is an accent wall. You can see that the sandy paneling is chic, but the dark brown doesn’t take away from it.
3) Royal blue and Wood Paneling
Royal blue has always vibrated any shade of it. One more versatile color yet pairs well with other colors. You can’t help but be drawn to it, but it fits into color combinations nicely. It also looks very sophisticated when used with exposed wood.
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In any modern kitchen, living room or study room, the royal blue is very pleasant. You can always pair the royal blue with the coverlets, cushions patterns, and couple of green plants or succulents. The result is a cozy, yet sophisticated room.
4) Yellow and Wood Paneling
Dark and light wood paneling looks good with yellow. Most wood types have the same undertones and look well with wood paneling. Wood in any muted mustard yellow shade fits in well with wood for a light and airy feel. Alternatively, you can use any sunny colored yellow to add a bright welcoming look.
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Any shade of yellow looks good with both dark and light wood paneling. Yellow is lovely and warm color that will look good in every creative room. It’s a light color that really lets you see the beauty of bare wood. For example, herringbone patterned wood paneling looks magical when yellow, and is sure to produce a great look.
5) Shades of Gray and Wood Paneling
Wooden paneling makes it a little bit difficult to try to make minimalist. This is why you get the option with any shade of gray. Midway through the neutral and earthy colors lies gray, and you can’t be mistaken with any shades of gray. Gray is also perfect to paint wood paneling if that’s how you choose to do it.
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Dark gray is a great accent wall color. In natural light it brightens up the color of bare wood panels. If you’re looking for something more than just wood stain, you can also use it as a wood trim color, and achieve a great look.
6) Dark Green and Wood Paneling
Dark green should be a staple in your space if you have darker wood paneling and finishes as Mahogany or Cherry tree. Dark green is a color you’ll find in most Ivy League schools and it just comes off as a really rustic vibe that’s very open and inviting. One of the best colors to use as an accent are dark greens too.
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Green can be switched between vintage, contemporary, and country styles. One of the neutral hues that works well with every color palette, scheme, and pattern — even striped walls — it’s neutrals at their most neutral. The perfect shade of green for homeowners who want rustic but not too bright. The effect of light and shadow makes it especially dramatic.
7) White, Gold and Wood Paneling
The white walls match perfectly with any color wood panel. Naturally people would prefer a natural wood color. It’s not always best to paint wood paneling, but sometimes it is. And so it should look as good as possible. Using the white wood panels, you can brighten the accent by going for gold or any metallic color.
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White is a neutral color that goes with everything. It is easily combined with any color, as are most shades of white. You can also see above that the white looks elegant thanks to gold trim on the edges.
8) Beige and Wood Paneling
Beige hues are perfect for wood panels (light and dark). The warm shades like lighter colors like beige and light wood panels still go together. But, a third color is advised. Bringing your room together doesn’t have to mean adding a third color to your walls; well colored furniture can easily do the trick.
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Because beige is a neutral color, it can also be used as a booster color. Beige is the safest choice if you aren’t set on a color palette and you want to be able to style around your furniture and rug.
9) Terracotta and Wood Paneling
Terracotta has undertones of brown, and orange. It is a rich color in the spirit of neutral colors and let’s any wood grain pop out. Also, the color adds a rich presence in the room. The use of such a color also brings warmth and feels more earthy. Terracotta and bare wood panels instigates a shift away from normal grey and whites.
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With clay pot couture starting to make a slow but significant comeback, you’ve got to think about color. Also, it doesn’t have to do this for an entire room. It’s one of those accent colors that do well in morning and evening light. With the orange and brown undertones it gives off, as well as a warm orange glow, it radiates warmth and gives a room a beautiful glow in natural light.
Factors to Consider Before Looking for Colors that Go With Wood Paneling
a) Painted Paneling
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You might want to paint the wood paneling with a fresh new color. If you are making this decision, try to make sure the wood panels don’t dominate the space. We recommend mixing it up and choosing a two to three color palette.
b) Type of Wood Wall Paneling
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Wood types that don’t give much to a room in terms of color can be painted over. Shades like bare Mahogany, Hickory, and Cherry tree, though, look beautiful and add a bit more depth and some character to an environment. As a result, painting paneling of this type would be a disservice. The best option to keep them bare. Best to finish the top with lighter or darker wood finishes.
c) What do You Want to Achieve With Paneling?
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If you’re looking make a small room look bigger, going with dark wood panels is your best bet. Paint stripes also work in a small room. Dark colors are good for depth and character in a room. On the contrary, light wood wall paneling will work well in larger rooms.
The Bottom Line
There’s a thin line between a home with wood paneling or knowing how to design a beautiful space that includes wood panels. You need to find a balance between a color palette that matches the wood panels but shouldn’t take away from the beauty of the wood.
