Hot Paint Colors for a Cool Summer

When the heat rises, your walls (and outdoor spaces) should stay cool, fresh, and inviting. This summer, it’s all about soft, earthy neutrals with a pop of freshness. Whether you’re updating your living room, painting the porch, or giving your bedroom a seasonal makeover, these C2 colors are the perfect match.

Top Summer Colors to Try (and where):

C2 Lumen – Kitchen/Living Area

This creamy white features a delicate blend of pale gold and blush tones, casting a soft, inviting glow wherever it’s used. Both complex and refreshing, it creates a beautiful backdrop for artwork and furnishings, making it ideal for a living room color that seamlessly extends into the kitchen or adjacent spaces. Its unique blend of colorants gives it a subtle luminosity that highlights design details and accents.

C2 Amazon – Dining Room

Deep and moody, this sophisticated brown may not scream “summer,” but its rich olive undertones provides a grounding backdrop for fresh colors and textures (and lots of florals!). Its depth adds drama and elegance, giving spaces a refined, classical appeal with year-round versatility. Shop C2 Amazon.

C2 Peppermint – Bedroom

This cool, refreshing pastel green captures the crisp essence of freshly crushed peppermint leaves. Light and uplifting, it brings a breezy, spa-like serenity to bedrooms—perfect for creating a calm, revitalizing space that feels both modern and timeless. Shop C2 Peppermint. 

C2 Pale Ale – Office Space/Kids Bedroom

Like the golden hues of a setting summer sun, Pale Ale is a mellow yellow that pairs beautifully with earthy tones and natural textures. Its soft warmth adds soul and radiance to any space, making it perfect for welcoming entryways, cozy kitchens, or sun-filled nooks. C2 Pale Ale. 

C2 Raku – Exterior

Rich and nuanced, C2 Raku effortlessly shifts between deep wine and warm brown depending on the light, offering a sophisticated, modern take on exterior color. Pair it with black or dark bronze trim for timeless curb appeal that feels both bold and grounded. Shop C2 Raku.

Why Summer Colors Matter

Paint can instantly transform the energy of your space. Lighter hues help reflect natural light, keeping interiors bright, breezy, and full of life. Using warm whites and soft coastal tones gives your home a fresh, airy aesthetic—perfect for long summer days and open windows. Since the C2 Paint formula uses such finely ground pigments and multiple colorants, its ability to dance alongside the natural light is unmatched.

Design Tip:Always (always) test your color to see how it works with the light in your space throughout the day. Our Color Stacksare professionally chosen to feature some of the most requested colors. 

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