Sherwin-Williams 2026 Color of the Year
Universal Khaki Offers Endless Possibilities
Why Universal Khaki Is the 2026 Standout
Sherwin Williams’ Universal Khaki is more than “just a beige.” It’s a timeless, versatile neutral that blends subtle earthiness with understated elegance. This mid-tone hue strikes a beautiful balance between comfort and sophistication — ideal for homeowners looking to create spaces that feel both livable and timeless. Its gentle warmth pairs beautifully with crisp whites, deep wood finishes, or muted greens, making it a standout choice for a broad variety of interior and exterior applications.
How to Use Universal Khaki Around Your Home
Interior inspiration:
- Living rooms & family spaces: Use it as the main wall color to create a calm, cohesive backdrop for furniture and décor.
- Kitchens: Pair Universal Khaki with light cabinetry or stone countertops to bring natural serenity into the heart of your home.
- Accent walls or trim details: Its adaptability makes it perfect for adding quiet contrast without overwhelming your palette.
Exterior curb appeal:
- Main facade color: Its earthy, neutral vibe works beautifully with brick, wood, or stone materials typically seen in Highlands Ranch homes, creating a cohesive look with natural surroundings.
- Trim & accents: Use Universal Khaki on shutters, doors, or trim to highlight architectural features while keeping your home’s overall aesthetic grounded and polished.
Whether you love modern minimalism, timeless traditional designs, or a more organic aesthetic, Universal Khaki provides a solid foundation for countless paint schemes.
Our Residential Services
Brick Painting
Our painters can provide multiple specialized brick painting services to residential and commercial spaces in the Highlands Ranch community. There are benefits to painting your brick home, among them, is that it will bring an instant modern element of design and curb appeal. The paint will adhere to the brick texture, acting as a sealant to protect your home from seasonal weather damage.
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Cabinet Painting
Your cabinets are perhaps one of the most touched surfaces in your home, so it’s no surprise that they wind up with a little wear and tear. At CertaPro Painters® of Highlands Ranch, CO we’ll work with you to find a finish or paint that meets the needs of your home and daily routine.
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Color Consultation
Not sure which shade to choose? Struggling to differentiate matte, satin and gloss? We’ll help you navigate the sea of options to find a color that matches your home’s interior aesthetic and stands up to your family’s daily routine.
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Crown Molding Services
CertaPro Painters® of Highlands Ranch is your go-to house painting company for your woodworking and crown molding needs. In addition to specializing in providing quality painting services we also offer customers services such as installing and painting molding. Installing molding is a great way to add elegance in a home. It is timeless, ornate and exquisite looking. Adding decorative molding to the interior of your home creates the illusion of a bigger and more inviting area.
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Drywall Repair
Whether your home has water damage that requires drywall repair or your walls have medium-to-large holes that need patching, the CertaPro Painters® of Highlands Ranch, CO crew will patch, sand and prime, to create a flawless surface to paint on.
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Light Carpentry and Repairs
Repairing and replacing siding, including wood, metalwork, stucco, and EIFS – as well as interior drywall, plaster and woodwork – making sure surfaces are in good condition and ready to accept paint.
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Molding and Trim Painting
Installing molding is a great way to add elegance in a home. It is timeless, ornate and exquisite looking. Adding decorative molding to the interior of your home creates the illusion of a bigger and more inviting area.
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Painting and Staining
At CertaPro Painters® of Highlands Ranch, CO we offer a variety of interior and exterior home painting and staining services, including your home’s deck and fencing. Regardless of the room inside your home that needs an update or the area of your home’s exterior that needs protection from Mother Nature, our team works with you to determine the best plan of action for your home.
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Popcorn Ceiling Removal
While popcorn ceilings had their time on top trends lists, they are rarely seen in modern homes. Removing a popcorn ceiling yourself can be extremely difficult. The crew at CertaPro Painters® of Highlands Ranch, COis trained to remove popcorn ceilings in an effective way that will leave your ceilings feeling fresh.
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Power Washing
Power washing is a vital step in painting the exterior of your home. CertaPro Painters® of Highlands Ranch, CO uses the process to remove mold, oil and old paint so new paint absorbs into your surface better.
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Stucco Repairs and Painting
As with any other home exterior, it’s important to maintain the stucco or EIFS (also known as synthetic stucco) covering your home. The CertaPro Painters® of Highlands Ranch, CO team is very knowledgeable in both repairs and painting related to these two materials and will work alongside you to determine what services your home needs.
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Textured Wall Painting
Do you have walls in your home that are textured? Textured walls are common because they are an easy way to cover up any previous holes or blunders on the walls. However, they can become tricky when it comes time for painting. Don’t worry, our experienced team at CertaPro Painters® of Highlands Ranch can complete these types of projects in no time.
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Vinyl and Aluminum Siding Painting
Whether you have high-tech vinyl siding or a more traditional siding, CertaPro Painters® of Highlands Ranch, CO knows how to restore them. Our team has the right approach to add new life to your exteriors.
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Wallpaper Removal
Removing wallpaper can be a tricky task. The crew at CertaPro Painters® of Highlands Ranch, CO is skilled in removing wallpaper and will make this time-consuming task, hassle-free for you. All you’ll have to do is enjoy the final look.
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