The beautiful secret about using gray as a neutral is that it allows you to decorate with bolder blues or calmer beiges. Gray walls somehow manage to stay crisp, even in darker shades. The key to finding the right gray for your space is to sample colors thoroughly and correctly. 

Color Family: NeutralComplementary Colors: No direct complementary colors in gray; they already have little bits of color in themPairs Well With: Everything from whites and pastels to darkest tonesMood: Light shades generally peaceful, darker shades more dramatic and masculineWhere to Use: All walls, any room, even kitchen cabinets

Here are our 10 picks of the best gray paint colors for your home. Determine how much paint you need with The Spruce’s Paint Calculator.