Grey paint appears to be losing its dominant position in interior design as homeowners increasingly opt for warmer and more vibrant colors, recent sales data indicates. Over the past year, there has been a noticeable decline in demand for grey shades, which had previously been popularized by home influencers and minimalist trends.

Specialist paint retailer Lick reported that sales of grey paint dropped significantly, accounting for just 2.3 percent of total sales in the past 12 months—roughly half the proportion from the previous year. In contrast, green and pink tones have gained popularity, with green paint representing 17.4 percent of sales and pink rising to 13.9 percent, up from 12.5 percent a year earlier.

Despite these shifts, white paint continues to be a staple choice among consumers, maintaining steady sales. Additionally, neutral colors such as beige and taupe are seeing increased demand, suggesting a move toward warmer, softer palettes.

Lick attributed some of this trend to broader market conditions, including high mortgage rates that have discouraged many homeowners from relocating. As a result, consumers may be more focused on refreshing their current living spaces with color updates, favoring tones that create a cozier atmosphere over the sleek, minimalist greys that once dominated.

The evolving preferences reflect a broader shift in interior design trends, with brighter and more comforting colors supplanting the subdued, cool tones that have characterized recent years.