How Popular Are The 2015 Top Chosen Colors?
Every year I wonder if the colors that were chosen by the major paint companies for the top spot of the year, actually become more popular with the consumer. Let’s take a look how this years colors are faring:Benjamin Moore’s Color of the Year 2015, Guilford Green HC-116:
via(Do you see the difference in the two above photos wall color because of lighting? Always be sure to test at home!) These photos were all taken recently. When I first wrote about the color of the year when it was announced here, it was difficult finding photos of walls painted with Guilford Green. Now you can find quite a few rooms online:
Even exteriors:
Yes, I think Guilford Green is much more popular now!What about Sherwin Williams Coral Reef SW 6606?:
Such a beautiful color. Did you know the coral color comes from pink, orange and red?
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I could not find any entire rooms painted in Coral Reef, only a few accent walls. But the accessories in coral are hot! This is my favorite photo using Coral Reef:
Gorgeous!What about Pantone 18-1438 Marsala?
I do not think this color was intended for the walls. I have seen accessories in the color Marsala:
Do you think Marsala has caught on yet? Do you like the color better than when it was first announced?So, yes I believe Guilford Green is a color that has been accepted by the consumer as a wall color. Accessories only in Coral Reef and Marsala. The year is not half over yet, maybe things will change. Stay tuned!