Home isn’t just a place – it’s a feeling. This year, the paint experts at Florida Paints invite you to rediscover that feeling through color with the announcement of their 2026 Colors of the Year: Grape Soda and White Pepper.

Inspired by memory and the emotional power of color, these hues celebrate the familiar moments that shape us—childhood mornings, rainy-night movie marathons, and the comforting warmth of home. Together, they evoke a sense of place that’s both timeless and on-trend.

“This year’s colors tell a story of belonging,” says Santiago Quintero, Florida Paints color expert. “We found ourselves drawn to nostalgic hues that make a house feel like home. Grape Soda and White Pepper capture that story—bold and moody balanced with timeless and bright. It’s a sensory pairing that feels both modern and rooted.”

Grape Soda

Deep, soulful, and nostalgic, Grape Soda captures the comforting richness of a Florida sunset. This bold yet inviting violet hue blends vintage charm with modern sophistication, evoking cozy evenings, soft fabrics, and the warmth of home. Perfect for dens, dining rooms, or accent walls, it pairs effortlessly with washed woods, muted metals, and natural textures.

White Pepper

Bright, refined, and timeless, White Pepper reflects the soft glow of morning light on stucco and sand. Its balanced warmth complements natural materials and brings quiet elegance to both interiors and exteriors. Use it as a clean foundation for trim, walls, or full facades to create spaces that feel fresh, open, and unmistakably Floridian.

Florida Paints formulations are built for the Sunshine State’s climate – engineered to withstand intense humidity, UV exposure, and frequent temperature swings. When you paint with Florida Paints, you’re not only choosing color – you’re choosing durability, longevity, and local expertise.