Colour Trend - Gunmetal

Grey colour palettes create a refined and sophisticated look in any home interior. They provide a rich and elegant backdrop with tonal colour that makes a fabulous alternative to traditional neutral hues. GUNMETAL is one of the most popular colour trends of 2016 and its rich and deep metallic tones will create an air of masculine glamour in your chosen interior space.

Colour Palette

Gunmetal works wonderfully alongside complimentary grey tones such as dove grey, charcoal, pewter and silver and can be partnered with crisp white and black for a more varied take on a monochrome interior finish. Add accents of pastel tones such as peach, pink, mint and blue for a soft and feminine touch or add more bold and striking colours like red, lime or purple for a contemporary look and feel. For a retro style finish then place gunmetal alongside orange and mustard yellow for a vintage 1970s inspired interior look. Metallic silver will also compliment this rich grey tone and can be used to create an illuminating finish in more compact rooms of the home.

Cushions

Update a plain upholstered sofa with a selection of gunmetal coloured cushions that will create a cosy and stylish space to sit back and relax. For a sleek and modern look then opt for a graduating ombre cushion selection that ranges from crisp white through gunmetal and finishes with deep charcoal. Choose satin fabrics for a glamorous look or chunky knitted designs that incorporate another of 2016s hottest trends. For a more eye-catching design opt for bold geometric prints or stripes in white, gunmetal and primary colours or select gunmetal, soft dove grey and pastel colour palettes with floral and botanical style prints.

Upholstery

Gunmetal grey makes a great choice as an upholstery colour as it creates a sumptuous and tonal focal point without the classic neutrality of natural hues or the intensity of more vibrant colour options. A sleek and masculine look can be achieved with a smooth gunmetal leather sofa or armchair with metallic, chrome accents for a complimentary finish that will look fabulous in a monochrome or crisp white interior space. For an elegant and refined design upholster some classic white painted dining chairs or a French style occasional chair with gunmetal, lemon and pink floral upholstery that will create a delicate and uplifting ambiance that works particularly well in living room or bedroom interiors.

Accessories

Their versatile tone and finish means that gunmetal interiors can be complimented with a wide variety of accessories to create a visual focal point in your interior space. Silver, chrome and mirrored accessories such as vases, ornaments and photo frames will look amazing displayed along a sideboard or mantelpiece as they accentuate the metallic tones of the gunmetal decor. Black and white accessories make a great table setting in a gunmetal dining room interior and can be partnered with silver cutlery and candle holders to create a sophisticated area to enjoy a stylish dinner party. A gunmetal pendulum light shade will create a centrepiece in your chosen room and can be partnered with a shimmering silver, gold or copper internal surface area for a luxurious and glamorous finish.

Furniture

Grey painted furniture will create a complimentary finish in a gunmetal coloured interior and will create a softer more cosy finish with a hint of country cottage charm. A more opulent finish can be achieved using French style silver leaf furniture items or mirrored designs that will create a shimmering and glamorous look in your chosen room. For a masculine and eye-catching interior design select black gloss or black glass furniture items that are striking and unique or if you wish to create the illusion of space in a smaller room, opt for clear glass or white painted items that will create an illuminating ambiance that is bright and inviting.

For more ideas on using a gunmetal colour scheme in your home interior, take a look at this week’s latest Pinterest board - Pinterest - Gunmetal Colour Trend