Mushroom Paint Colours

Mushroom paint colours are an obvious choice if you’re a fan of neutral palettes. A stylish alternative to classic grey and off-white paint colours, the best mushroom paint colours offer the perfect blend of organic beauty and versatility. 

Many interior designers will reach for a mushroom paint colour to overhaul a tired space. A coat of mushroom paint can ground your interiors, while richer shades can add warmth to a room. As with greys and taupe hues, this paint colour is incredibly reflective. If you need to make maximum use of limited natural light, painting your walls with paint colours like mushroom is a good idea. 

If you’re looking to purchase paints inspired by wild mushroom hues, you’ve come to the right place. At Johnstone’s, you’ll find plenty of eye-catching colours to help you create the perfect interior. From muted barely-there muted tones to more luxurious shades enriched with green and yellow undertones, you’ll find a mushroom that’s right for any project.

Five Stunning Mushroom Paint Colours

Never painted with mushroom colours before? Read on for the lowdown on five must-try shades from our range if you’re in need of some inspiration. 

If you’re not ready for mushroom to play a big part in your décor scheme, stick with a more muted shade instead. Maybe Mushroom is the ideal match if you’re searching for a stylish neutral that has more going for it than an everyday off-white. You can use this colour to paint every surface, before reaching for a more intense shade to bring attention to a feature wall. 

Alternatively, use to refresh an entire space. This taupe-inspired hue will breathe new life into any space. Its low-key colour profile makes it a welcome addition to any contemporary room, but it’s more than versatile enough to blend with traditional interiors.

If you’re considering using mushroom colours, it’s worth exploring a darker palette. While some shades can prove too overwhelming for a smaller interior, a shade like Riveter Rose will bring just the right amount of intensity. This mid-tone grey is infused with earthy brown and hints of raspberry, making it an incredibly warm take on mushroom. 

When decorating with this mushroom hue, don’t be afraid to accentuate it with jewel tones and blush shades. You can even explore more luxurious complementary colours. Saturated purples will prove an elegant addition to any space coated in this eye-catching mushroom. 

In a lounge or dining room, a darker neutral is often your best bet. Mushroom works well in spaces where you’re constantly entertaining, creating a sense of ambience that’s hard to beat. Sauteed Mushroom is one of the more elegant colours in our range. This clay beige pairs nicely with just about any mushroom hue or neutral shade. What’s more, a hint of khaki ensures it will accentuate organic materials and natural accents. 

You can stick with darker neutrals if you’re keen to utilise multiple colours. Anything with green or brown undertones will prove effective. However, you can reach for a muted grey if you’d prefer to keep things relatively simple. For something more minimalist, pair this mushroom paint colour with crisp white when refreshing mouldings and other little details. 

If you have your heart set on a contemporary makeover, you’ll need the right colours. While many of us reach for grey or off-white when sprucing up a modern interior, these tried and tested hues aren’t your only option. Field Mushroom is a more luxurious choice. Unlike other grey-infused shades, this paint colour is surprisingly warm. Ideal if you’re looking to create a blank canvas, but don’t want to leave your room feeling too sterile.

As with any other grey, this paint colour works incredibly well alongside other metallics and earthy shades. Take your pick from all manner of paint colours in our range if you’re thinking about turning your hand to tonal decorating. To accentuate those warm undertones, make sure you’re incorporating plenty of lighting into your new space. 

For a lounge or bedroom, it’s best to use a richer mushroom with warm undertones. Tawny Mushroom ticks all the right boxes. This earthy shade is fairly dark, but it’s still versatile enough that you can use it as a primary colour. Rusty red undertones bring the warmth while serving as inspiration for accent colours. Spiced tones and oaky hues will work beautifully alongside this paint colour. 

Provided you’ve got the space to work with, you can use this paint colour to decorate an entire room. To balance things out, use an off-white to take care of the ceiling and room mouldings. Failing that, experiment with warm taupes and red-infused beiges. 

Where Do Mushroom Paint Colours Make the Biggest Impact?

Mushroom paint colours can be used in any space that’s lacking warmth. Recently renovated and staring at bare plaster? Before you load your palette with uninspired emulsion, take the time to experiment with mushroom tones. 

As well as being rich and refined, mushroom paint colours are a good choice for rooms that see a lot of action. Unlike off-whites that are prone to scuffs, mushroom tones are incredibly durable. This makes them a go-to for kitchens and busy living rooms. Does your cooking space need a revamp? You can even use mushroom paint colours to give your cabinets and shelving units a new lease of life. 

The versatility of the mushroom colour family also makes it an attractive option. No matter how light or intense you’ve gone with your paint choices, you’ll have no trouble picking out furniture and decorative pieces that look perfectly at home against a mushroom backdrop.