How to Choose Interior Paint Colours for Your Toronto Home

Choosing the right interior paint colours is one of the most impactful decisions you can make for your home. The right palette can make rooms feel larger, cosier, or more sophisticated — and the wrong choice can leave you staring at walls you regret.

Start with Your Fixed Elements

Before you even look at a fan deck, take stock of what isn't changing: your flooring, countertops, furniture, and any architectural features. These are your "fixed elements" and they should guide your colour choices, not fight against them.

Consider Your Lighting

The same paint colour can look dramatically different depending on the light. North-facing rooms in Toronto tend to get cooler, bluer light — warm neutrals like Benjamin Moore's Revere Pewter or Edgecomb Gray work beautifully here. South-facing rooms get warm, golden light, so cooler tones balance nicely.

Pro tip: Always test your top 3 colours with large swatches (at least 12"×12") on two different walls in the room. Live with them for 48 hours before deciding.

The 60-30-10 Rule

Designers use this formula as a starting point:
- 60% dominant colour (walls)
- 30% secondary colour (furniture, accent walls)
- 10% accent colour (throw pillows, art, accessories)

Our Top Picks for 2026

Based on hundreds of Toronto homes we've painted this year:
- Warm neutrals: BM White Dove, BM Revere Pewter, BM Balboa Mist
- Bold accent walls: BM Hale Navy, BM Kendall Charcoal
- Kitchen/bath: BM Chantilly Lace (crisp white), BM Gray Owl

Need Help Deciding?

Every BITR project includes a complimentary colour consultation. We bring large-format samples to your home so you can see exactly how colours look in your space before we start.