Like fashion, trends in interior design are constantly shifting. Although, the significant investment that comes with interior design means that “timeless” usually gets prioritized over “trendy.”
Gray is where timeless and trendy meet. Carpet, window fashion, and wall colors serve as neutral, gray backdrops while furnishings and soft goods (like throw pillows and artwork) draw on gray tones as well.

Dura Supreme entertainment center cabinetry designed by Pinnacle Design of Saginaw, Michigan. Photography by Johnson Photography.
Gray painted cabinetry and furniture can look too stark with chrome or nickel finishes. Metal finishes in brushed brass, copper, or rose gold add interest and warmth when paired with gray paint.

Zinc painted Dura Supreme cabinetry designed Joyce Van Den Dungen Bille of Gilmans Kitchens and Baths in California.
With gray dominating color schemes across all industries, we’re seeing it cool down stains and even metal finishes.
Mood board curated by Nest Interior Design featuring Dura Supreme cabinetry
True Brown Stains are Growing in Popularity
Looking for a stain to accompany a gray finish? Try true brown! Stain colors are taking the middle ground – no longer red/orange, but not quite gray.

Here are a few gorgeous examples of true brown stains in home interiors today.

This Dura Supreme cabinetry is shown in the Toast stain on Red Oak.
Design by Stephanie Goldfarb of The Divine Living Space in Minnesota | New construction by Builder Dream Homes, Inc. in Minnesota | Photography by SpaceCrafting Photography

Dura Supreme kitchen island finished with Clove stained Cherry with a Black accent designed Joyce Van Den Dungen Bille of Gilmans Kitchens and Baths in California.

Dura Supreme’s Carson Panel door style in Graphite paint and Hazelnut stained Cherry shown on our Camden door style and shiplap elements.

This kitchen remodel features Dura Supreme’s Coriander stain on Quarter-sawn White Oak for the kitchen island and the interior of the glass door cabinets.

Dura Supreme’s Craftsman Beaded Panel Inset door style in Silver Mist paint
Design by Mid-Cape Home Centers of Massachusetts | Photography by Grattan Imaging
The Dura Supreme cabinetry shown in this stunning walk-in closet features the Praline stain on Red Oak.
Interior Deisgn by Helena Steele of Golden Gate Kitchens, California | Interior Design by Susan Love Design | Photography by Christopher Stark Photography

This beautiful kitchen design features Dura Supreme’s Morel stain on Hickory with a Gale Force paint.