10 Paint Colours That Complements Oak Wood Panelling
Whether you’re planning to put up oak paneling or searching for a fresh colour to complement your existing panels, you’re in the right place. Below, we’ve highlighted our top 10 recommended shades that perfectly compliment oak panelling and modern decor. Whether you’re looking for colours for your living space or bedroom, we’ve got you covered.
Neutral Colour Palettes
Opting for a neutral colour palette is always a smart choice when pairing it with wood panelling. This approach creates a perfect blend between the natural tones of the wood and the paint. With neutrals, the possibilities are endless, but here are a few of our personal favorites:
Colour Match - Farrow & Ball Ammonite.
Farrow & Ball Ammonite
Farrow & Ball Ammonite is a timeless soft grey shade that’s right in the middle between warm and cool. It strikes the perfect balance and allows you to take your interiors in a variety of different directions with ease. Perfect when you want to add a refreshing, relaxing presence to any setting.
Dulux Trade Natural Hessian
Dulux Trade Natural Hessian is a pale beige which offers a warm, neutral tone with a slight yellow undertone. It is a popular choice for interior walls.
Little Greene Slaked Lime
Little Greene Slaked Lime is a warm neutral white colour, perfect for tying in with neutral and modern interiors.
Dulux Heritage Pale Nutmeg
Dulux Heritage Pale Nutmeg is a light neutral shade with an ultra-subtle hint of pink.
Dark Blues
If you’re looking to stay away from neutrals and create a more dramatic look, consider choosing a bold, contrasting colour like deep blues. Some of our top recommendations for dark blues are:
Benjamin Moore Midnight
Benjamin Moore Midnight offers a trace of blue through this decadent shade of black.
Little Greene Dock Blue
Little Greene Dock Blue is an indulgent indigo shade, perfect for pairing with oak wood panelling.
Farrow & Ball Hague Blue
Farrow & Ball Hague Blue is a deep, rich blue which adds a regal touch to any room in the house. This colour helps to make a dramatic backdrop, when paired with wood panelling helps to create an eye-catching look.
Earthy Tones
Another great option is choosing an earthy tone, such as green, this adds a grounded, organic touch to your living spaces, fostering a relaxing and calming environment. Here are some of our best-selling and highly recommended greens that pair perfectly with oak panelling:
Little Greene Ambleside
Little Greene Ambleside is a dark green that includes a muted blue undertone.
Farrow & Ball Cromarty
Farrow & Ball Cromarty take the classic greys we all know and love and gives them a slightly muted green tone which instantly stands out. A perfect neutral when you want something that's right in the middle between grey and green.
Dulux Heritage Sage Green
Dulux Heritage Sage Green is a mid-tone, blue based green that takes it's name from the medicinal herb. This colour has become a modern classic for interiors, pairing well with both light and dark tones of wood panelling.
Shop Sample Pots & Designer Paints
When selecting a colour, we always recommend purchasing paint samples. For the best results, apply the samples to a piece of paper and place it in different areas of your room at various times of the day. This will help you see how the colour looks as the lighting changes throughout the day. Once you have settled on your chosen colour, if you opt into our emails we’ll send you a 5% off code after you have ordered your sample pot so you can make a saving on your larger tin. If you need any further help or advice, don’t hesitate to contact our team.