Hygge Paint Colours
From the heart of Denmark beats Hygge, a feeling or atmosphere that exudes warmth, relaxation, and connection in true Scandinavian style.
Most Popular Hygge Paint Colours From Benjamin Moore
Our hygge-inspired colour palette reflects the hygge ethos, while also nodding to beloved Scandinavian interior paint colours.
The Ultimate Guide to Hygge Paint Colours
Hygge (pronounced hue-guh) is any place cozy, comfortable, and welcoming. Sit surrounded by candlelight or a blazing fire with friends. Enjoy a cup of tea, blissfully solo, in an overstuffed chair. Hygge is where your personal sense of harmony lives.
Balance Light with the Right Shade of White
"Warmer whites align with hygge, and are always a favourite for Scandinavian homeowners," says Egill Thorkelsson, Managing Director of BM-Island Iceland. "White, earthy off-whites, and greige colours are very popular given the minimal light of the northern regions."
On the walls and trim of this living room, Cotton Balls OC-122 — an ever-popular white paint colour — creates a blank canvas for meaningful, easy-to-update home decor. Combined with cushy chairs, a roaring fireplace, and slippers at the ready, the scene is set for a satisfying respite.
Cotton Balls OC-122
Hygge: The Colour of Contentment
Gray Cashmere 2138-60 conjures rumpled sheets and handknit blankets. Pair this subtle blue-grey with a deep hue like Silhouette AF-655. If you are opting for a more monochromatic palette, consider Thundercloud Gray 2124-40.
Conjure Cloudy Blue Scandinavian Skies
There is no universal colour palette — colour is highly personal.
However, if we were to dream about the classic Scandinavian paint colour scheme, we think Beneath the Clouds 2131-50 — a steely blue — would always be in the mix.
Hands-on meets hygge when you repaint your furniture. Try a fresh coat of Winter Snow OC-63, from our Off-White collection, finished in a silky satin as seen in this well-worn stool.
Beaneath the Clouds 2131-50
Balboa Mist OC-27
Instant Hygge — Add Candles
Classic warm neutrals like Balboa Mist OC-27 (shown here), Fog Mist OC-31, and White Sand OC-10 are endlessly versatile, creating a lovely backdrop for peaceful environments, especially when illuminated by a fire or candlelight.
"At home, hygge can be seen and felt as a warm atmosphere," says Gisele Virkkunen, Managing Director of Matizes Oy, a Benjamin Moore distributor in Finland. "This includes pleasant lighting, textiles, natural materials and, of course, candles."
Get Advice & Complimentary Swatches
If you need help in choosing your colour, come by any of our stores today to see all our colours on display. Our colour experts will also be glad to assist you in choosing the shade that truly suits your space. Also, you get to bring home complimentary swatches which are true to colour for your consideration.
