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Grey is one of the most popular basic colors that is easy to mix and match and is great for every space. But a grey living room can look too boring and impersonal and adding different hues of greens to it, makes a whole lot of difference. Various shades of green make the space cooler, bolder, fresher and much more eye-catching. Green reminds of natural world around us, and it's perfect if you want to create a fall or a spring mood.

Grey and green are a very natural combo, they are suitable for almost any décor style, from moody dark or art deco to light Scandinavian or mid-century modern. Vary the shades and complement neutral tones with vivacious green pops.

Choose Shades Of Grey That You Like

Neutrals or moodies? Choose the shades of grey to your liking: from very light and subtle to dark charcoals and almost black to create an ambience that you like. It will be a perfect base for further decorating, and then choose shades of green that you like: emerald, mint, sage, lime or else, it depends on your taste and mood you want to create.

very light grey sofas and green walls look cozy and family-friendly

very light grey sofas and green walls look cozy and family-friendly

exquisite light grey and neutrals living room with sage green accents and potted plants

exquisite light grey and neutrals living room with sage green accents and potted plants

dove grey and neutrals living room with rich dark green accents

dove grey and neutrals living room with rich dark green accents

charcoal grey sofa, grey stone floors and emerald and gold details for a chic and sophisticated look

charcoal grey sofa, grey stone floors and emerald and gold details for a chic and sophisticated look

peaceful grey room with a green wall and lime accents

peaceful grey room with a green wall and lime accents

various shades of grey with green accents that anchor the natural world around

various shades of grey with green accents that anchor the natural world around

traditional living room in grey tones and lime green upholstery and textiles

traditional living room in grey tones and lime green upholstery and textiles

How To Infuse A Grey Living Room With Shades Of Green

Green is a lively color that will refresh any room! There are so many ways to add it to your grey lounge that you are sure to find your own one or mix several.

First of all, decide on the shade of green you want: emerald, sage, lime, mint, dark green or any other. The lighter shade you choose, the fresher the room will look, and if you choose bold green accents, they will give your room en elegant look, such shades are amazing for mid-century modern and art deco interiors and will also light up a modern living room. Need a lively super modern ambience and planning to have guests? Opt for lime green details and your living room will look amazing!

A small mint green accent makes all the difference. (Intro)

A small mint green accent makes all the difference. (Intro)

Pillows and vases are perfect to add those little green accents.

Pillows and vases are perfect to add those little green accents.

green paint with gray furniture, a few fun pops of lime (whiltonlocks)

green paint with gray furniture, a few fun pops of lime (whiltonlocks)

Even small accents like a thermostat counts.

Even small accents like a thermostat counts.

A very neutral gray room with a taupe wallpaper but bright lime pops. (Emma Green Design)

A very neutral gray room with a taupe wallpaper but bright lime pops. (Emma Green Design)

light-filled room with a mint green sofa

light-filled room with a mint green sofa

minimalist interior in dove grey with patterned green textiles

minimalist interior in dove grey with patterned green textiles

sage green brick wall and a grey sofa

sage green brick wall and a grey sofa

seating area with light grey modular chairs and lime green pillows and bean bags

seating area with light grey modular chairs and lime green pillows and bean bags

What are the ways to add greens to your living room décor? If you are ready for radical solutions, then opt for a green accent wall or even walls or an amazing green wall mural. Green furniture and pillows are another great idea to make a refreshing statement; green draperies and lamps in the preferred shades are a great idea if you don't want to spend much money or aren't sure about the colors – you can change them in case you get tired of them. There's a more original way to infuse your home with green color: just put potted plants and greenery here and there and voila! Such a lively and natural way to spruce up your interior!

dove grey room, a light green wall and green and grey upholstery

dove grey room, a light green wall and green and grey upholstery

grey living room is spruced up with green chair and a striking wall mural

grey living room is spruced up with green chair and a striking wall mural

A statement green wall is a bold way to add color to a neutral living room. (Alair Homes Decatur)

A statement green wall is a bold way to add color to a neutral living room. (Alair Homes Decatur)

spruce up a Scandinavian home with green walls

spruce up a Scandinavian home with green walls

clean-lined and comfortable seating area with lime green decorations

clean-lined and comfortable seating area with lime green decorations

moody modern living room in charcoal grey with green upholstered furniture

moody modern living room in charcoal grey with green upholstered furniture

light grey sofa with green touches and botanical decorations

light grey sofa with green touches and botanical decorations

grass green living room with sunny yellow and checked grey accents

grass green living room with sunny yellow and checked grey accents

create texture and visual appeal by mixing and matching favorite fabrics of green and grey colors

create texture and visual appeal by mixing and matching favorite fabrics of green and grey colors

light grey living room with botanical details in rich green shade

light grey living room with botanical details in rich green shade

pops of lime green make this lounge whimsical and eye-catchy

pops of lime green make this lounge whimsical and eye-catchy

spring-inspired interior with mint and light grey splashes

spring-inspired interior with mint and light grey splashes

stylish grey living room with textural touches and an emerald sofa

stylish grey living room with textural touches and an emerald sofa

calm room in the shades of grey with a green wall and accents

calm room in the shades of grey with a green wall and accents

make green accents in your dove grey living room with potted greenery and plants

make green accents in your dove grey living room with potted greenery and plants

shades of grey living room with lime green accents for a spring-inspired ambience

shades of grey living room with lime green accents for a spring-inspired ambience

modern living room with light grey upholstery and a couple of green accents

modern living room with light grey upholstery and a couple of green accents

A classic Victorian living room design in shades of gray but with pastel color accents like turquoise ottomans and a olive green storage system. (STEPHEN FLETCHER ARCHITECTS)

A classic Victorian living room design in shades of gray but with pastel color accents like turquoise ottomans and a olive green storage system. (STEPHEN FLETCHER ARCHITECTS)