Colour of the Month: Vermilion

A large entryway with walls in the colour Spanish Sand and a door with windows in the colour Vermilion
Walls: Spanish Sand, Door: Vermilion

Colour is a great way to set the tone in your home. July’s Colour of the Month, Vermilion, can help create an eye catching and energetic vibe, perfect for warm weather. Distinct and robust, Vermilion is an earthy clay-red, suitable for both interior and exterior projects.

Red can work well in a variety of interior styles, from traditional to modern and eclectic. A red door will make your guests feel invited and comfortable, creating a positive first impression.

Paint one wall with colour to create an instant focal point in your home.

A living room with an accent wall in the colour Vermilion, styled with neutral furniture and décor
Walls: Blank Canvas, Accent Wall: Vermillion, Ceiling & Trim: ULTRA PURE WHITE®

Vermilion is a vibrant colour that can add a touch of drama and excitement to any room. It is also a hue that draws people together in a welcoming dining setting.

A dining room with walls in the colour Vermilion and floor-to-ceiling cabinets in the colour Gray View
Cabinets: Gray View, Walls: Vermilion, Trim: Whisper White

If you want to liven up a neutral dining room but don’t want to commit to painting a whole wall in red, you can still use Vermilion as an accent colour by incorporating it in a smaller way.

A dining room with upper walls in the colour Perfect Taupe and a board and batten lower wall in the colour Vermilion
Walls: Perfect Taupe, Lower Wall: Vermilion, Trim & Door: Blank Canvas

Use Vermillion to add warmth and depth to a home office and to boost a room’s energy level.

A home office with walls in the colour Spanish Sand and an accent wall in the colour Vermilion
Walls: Spanish Sand, Accent Wall: Vermilion, Trim: Blank Canvas

A red accent wall can create a cheerful yet warm and cozy atmosphere in a kids’ bedroom.

A kids’ room with a brick wall in the colour Even Better Beige and an accent wall in the colour Vermilion
Brick Wall: Even Better Beige, Accent Wall: Vermilion

Use Vermilion to add interest to a neutral colour scheme.

A closeup of a wall in colour Vermilion, styled with a wooden chest of drawers and a neutral painting
Wall: Vermilion

To learn more about Vermilion and the rest of 2023 Colour Trends, visit behr.ca.

Colourfully yours,
Diana

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