Sherwin Williams Color Preservation Palettes (Retro 1950's Paint Colors) Blogged at erwinhouse.com

A mid-century blog about all things mid-century and mid-century modern, including mid-century art, design and furniture, especially Broyhill Sculptra.

From the cheerful hues of the 1950s to the softer, earthier shades that were popular in the 1960s, these paint colors will give your home the perfect splash of midcentury magic.

I always loved this chart by Benjamin Moore. They all kind of seem similar in variation except for the 1960s sorry but those colors are ugly!

A vintage paint chip sheet with 1950s and 1960s paint colors from Sears' classic Harmony House collection -- great for ideas to paint your retro ranch!

The mid-century style has made a come-back in the past few years and a lot of people are catching on. From the geometrical patterns, emphasis on natural wood, and my favorite, the angled furniture legs, mid-century is back in style. Here are 6 Mid-Century Modern Paint Colors to incorporate into your design.

Mid-Century Modern influenced color scheme

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