Room color palette generator
Pick a color you love, choose a harmony, and preview a complete five-color palette in a room using the 60-30-10 rule.
Tap a color to copy its hex code.
See it in a room
Designers' 60-30-10 rule: 60% main color on walls, 30% on large pieces, 10% accent in pillows, art and accessories.
Which color harmony should I choose?
- Analogous: neighbors on the color wheel — calm and cohesive, great for bedrooms.
- Complementary: opposites — lively contrast, best used with lots of neutral.
- Triadic: three evenly spaced hues — playful, perfect for kids' rooms.
- Split complementary: a softer take on complementary.
- Monochrome: tints and shades of one color — elegant and easy.
The 60-30-10 rule
Use your lightest shade on about 60% of the room (walls), a mid-tone on 30% (sofa, rug, curtains) and your boldest color on 10% (pillows, art, a painted accent piece). Screen colors differ from paint, so always test a sample on your wall. Read more in how to choose paint colors, then use the paint calculator to buy the right amount.
FAQ
How do I choose a color palette for my home?
Start with one color you love — from a rug, a painting or a favorite mug — then build a palette around it and repeat the colors from room to room for flow.
Can I match these hex codes to real paint?
Most paint stores can color-match a hex code or a printed swatch. Always test a sample on your wall in morning and evening light.
What is the 60-30-10 rule?
A decorating guideline: 60% dominant color, 30% secondary color and 10% accent color for a balanced room.
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