Curtain Colors That Beautifully Complement Gray Walls

Soothing gray is one of the best neutral paint colors for a relaxing home. While it's not as earthy as browns or beiges, most of us consider gray to be a neutral color. With that in mind, every color should look great against gray walls when you're deciding on curtain colors, right? Yes, that's sort of correct, but there are some colors that stand out among others and will pair especially well with this classic shade. Among the many curtain colors that complement gray, we've winnowed the list down to a few classic colors that are sure to impress. Examples like yellow, green, pink, and purple in both solid colors and patterns will provide you with endless possibilities.

If you don't know how to tell whether your wall color is warm or cool, take a close look at the tint. If the color has hints of yellow, red, or orange to it, it's a warm gray. Undertones of blue or green make it a cool color. For the most pleasing results, your curtain colors should be warm if your walls are a warm gray, and cool if the walls are more on the cool side. This will help everything to look more cohesive and create a sense of flow throughout the space.

Many names for green tones reflect something created by nature: forest, olive, grass, emerald, lime. Just like when we see them sprouting in parks or on display in the produce aisle, green can be utterly soothing. For a cool green window treatment, check out these Nicetown Blackout Sage Green Curtains that help block unwanted light and temperatures. This set of Elegant Comfort Sheer Panels in hunter green can also bring a bit of ethereal radiance to your decor and will blend nicely with grays that have a warmer undertone.

Never somber, shades of yellow shine against a gray backdrop like the sun coming out after a rainstorm. Despite yellow's warm connotations, there are cool as well as warm yellows. Whether you opt for rich or pale yellow, be sure to pick a color that matches the tone of your walls. If you've got your eye on a bold pop of color, these Dualife Yellow Blackout Curtains are on the cooler end of the spectrum, while these patterned DriftAway Amelia Thermal Blackout Curtains glow with warmth.

Navy, cobalt, sky, or powder blue all pair nicely against gray walls. Blues add a touch of calm to your space, making a set of ceiling-to-floor curtains in one of these shades a soothing element for rooms you relax in. On the more subtle end of the spectrum, Pitalk Light Blue Curtains are the color of a winter sky and are long enough to pool dramatically on the floor. For the same amount of drama but an entirely different look, check out these delicately patterned BGment Navy Blue Blackout Curtains.

Dusty, pale, rich, dark, and even fluorescent pink play beautifully with gray and are among the best bedroom curtain colors. A contrast of deep gray walls with a set of filmy blush-colored panels has loads of visual appeal and can help to bring some coziness to your space. If you're looking for more drama, you could also flip the depth of color with pale gray walls and a flash of hot pink provided by these Bulbul Velvet Window Curtains. There are plenty of shades to choose from, so you should have no trouble finding pink curtains that will complement your gray walls.

Similar to yellow, orange curtains brighten a room like a burst of sunshine. No one would call a gray-walled room somber with curtains in classic orange. Pumpkin doesn't have to be simply an October obsession with these Donren Vibrant Orange Blackout Thermal Curtains. If that's a bit too saturated for you, don't fret — orange can be mellow too. Deep saffron or rust add warmth without a shock to the eyes. These Wazzio Burnt Orange Sheer Curtains are a darker shade, but the lacy pattern adds a layer of texture while still letting in lots of light.

Because purple is a combination of blue and red, it's easy to find a curtain color that will complement both warm and cool-toned gray walls. Throw in some white or another shade, and you've got the makings of a complex but classic color palette. These lilac Ufurty Willow Leaf Curtains allow in plenty of light, while their subtle pattern adds interest and texture to your walls. If you're looking for a warmer tone to pair with a brown-based gray, something like these Yurihome Pom Pom Velvet Curtains will bring coziness to your space with their rich merlot hue.

You might think that adorning a gray-walled room with gray curtains would be bland, but color drenching is a painting trend that can boost the tranquility of your home. Try a gray that matches the wall color for a go at this new decor phenomenon. If a solid gray space feels too much like a winter day in Seattle, try a curtain in a gray that's a total contrast to the shade of your wall, either matching light curtains with dark walls, or vice versa. Finish off with a few accents in bright colors for extra contrast and interest.