1960’s Mid-Century Colors created inviting, vibrant spaces. They conveyed the warmth and energy that aligned with the optimistic and forward-thinking spirit of the era.
The muted tones of the early 1960’s reflected a blend of restraint and sophistication that carried over from the conservative aesthetics of the 1950’s. Subdued hues were inspired by a desire for calm and order in the post-war era. This, combined with the influence of modernist design, created color schemes of simplicity and subtle elegance.
Early 1960’s Colors
The evolution of early 1960’s Colors can be seen on these Benjamin Moore 1961, 1962 and 1963 Oil Based Semi-Gloss Dulamel enamel brochures. These colors were used on trim (doors, jambs, baseboard, crown molding), cabinets, and bathroom/kitchen walls and ceilings. From 1964-1973, my parents kitchen walls and ceiling were painted in flame.
1961 Benjamin Moore Interior Enamel Colors
1962 Benjamin Moore Interior Enamel Colors
1963 Benjamin Moore Interior Enamel Colors
Mid 1960’s Colors
1966 Benjamin Moore Exterior Colors
1967 Benjamin Moore Interior Wall Colors
This color chart is from Benjamin Moore’s 1967 interior flat and semi-gloss paint collection. It features moderately toned versions of each hue and is an excellent resource for mid-century Eichler, Neutra, and Lautner home restorers and mid-century color collectors.
1965 Benjamin Moore Interior Colors
Paqua is a Benjamin Moore synthetic resin paint that was produced from the 1930’s and discontinued in the late 1960’s
1965 Interior Colors
Tones like soft beiges, dove grays, powder blues, and gentle greens dominated, creating serene and harmonious color palettes. These shades were a response to the developing middle-class desire for stability, refinement, and understated sophistication in interiors and exteriors. Additionally, muted hues paired well with the clean lines and minimalist aesthetics of mid-century modern architecture and furniture design, which were becoming increasingly popular.
Interior Paint Benjamin Moore 1963
1963 Benjamin Moore Interior/Exterior Enamels
1963 Interior Wall Paint
This restrained approach to color mirrored the cautious optimism of a society transitioning into a new decade, setting the stage for the bolder, more adventurous color expressions that would emerge later in the decade.
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