South-Facing Rooms

Many factors contribute to the way a color appears in a space, and one of the main things to consider is natural light. Both the amount of natural light and the direction it comes from will determine the cast of your paint color.

If you have a south-facing room, known as southern exposure, the following paint colors and tips will help you find the best hues for your space.

White Paint Colors for South-Facing Rooms

A white paint with a hint of gray or blue will counterbalance the naturally amber cast of southern exposure. These white paint colors feature varying levels of cool tones, depending on the warmth of your south-facing light.

Gray Paint Colors for South-Facing Rooms

The perfect gray depends on your unique lighting. When it comes to southern exposure, a blue-toned gray can help to neutralize warm tones.

Neutral Paint Colors for South-Facing Rooms

Weave sophistication into your sunny south-facing room by using a neutral paint color with a touch of gray to balance out warm natural lighting.

Our Color Experts’ Top Picks for South-Facing Rooms

For bright, sun-soaked rooms that enjoy the beauty of southern lighting, look to greens, blues, and violets to balance the warm golden rays. Slightly darker hues can help to prevent colors from washing out.