30 Bedroom Paint Colors Designers Say Create a Dreamy Retreat
Transform your space with a serene green or dramatic red.
Choosing a new paint color for the bedroom can be both exciting and overwhelming. If you’re not sure where to begin, we’ve tapped experts to fill us in on the best bedroom paint colors for every design style. Whether you’re looking to create a calming retreat or a cheery guest room, there’s sure to be a paint color here that inspires you.
Before you settle on a color, it’s a good idea to think about how you want your room to feel. If you love the idea of a dark, cozy bedroom, look at options like deep burgundy or a rich purple. If you want your room to feel airy and natural, colors like sage green or creamy white can help you get the look you’re going for. If you’re not quite sure what you want the room’s aesthetic to be, colors like soft blue and light beige are versatile enough to work with nearly any design style.
Ahead, designers share the bedroom paint colors that they’re loving for today’s homes. If you’re looking for more inspiration, read up on the paint colors experts say can boost a home’s value and the vintage paint colors that are making a comeback, according to designers.
Soft Blue
Light blue is associated with peace and relaxing, making it a popular choice for bedrooms — especially coastal bedrooms. Here, Allito Spaces pairs the versatile hue with natural elements, including a rattan bed frame.
GET THE LOOK: Interesting Aqua by Sherwin-Williams
Photo by: James Furman
Very Black
Take a moody approach with a dark bedroom idea, just as Breeze Giannasio does here. The dark black shade might even help you sleep better! Bonus points if you paint moldings and window trim in a glossy finish.
GET THE LOOK: Inkwell by Sherwin-Williams
Photo by: Meghan Beierle-O’Brien
Burnt Orange
Nature-inspired colors like burnt orange, rust and amber bring warmth into an interior. This shade, selected by Blessed Little Bungalow, feels cozy and relaxing, yet energizing.
GET THE LOOK: Fiery Opal by Benjamin Moore
Photo by: Brittany Bah Photography
Earthy Green
Reminiscent of nature, olive green creates a tranquil, peaceful environment. Take note from Wendy Smit Interiors and use the deep hue on the walls, trim and ceiling for a monochrome moment.
GET THE LOOK: Field Trip by Clare
Photo by: Allison Elefante
Light Beige
Brighten your bedroom with a creamy beige paint color on the walls and ceiling, like Jenna Sue Design does here. This neutral tone is warm and serene, but timeless and versatile enough for any design style.
GET THE LOOK: Pearls and Lace by Glidden
Charcoal Gray
Dark gray walls feel sophisticated, moody and intimate in a bedroom. Here, Meredith Owen Interiors doubles the drama with a black four-poster bed frame.
GET THE LOOK: Cracked Pepper by Behr
Photo by: Molly Culver
Dusty Pink
Pink walls are pretty, feminine and energizing, but dusty pink is more neutral and muted variation. The shade looks bright and airy, especially combined with a white ceiling.
GET THE LOOK: Rose Dusk by Dunn-Edwards
Sage Green
Known for its calming effects, sage green is an obvious choice for bedrooms. Here, Anastasia Casey, founder of IDCO Studio, tucks a bed into a tiny nook and paints the entire space a cozy green.
GET THE LOOK: Desert Sage by Dunn-Edwards
Photo by: Madeline Harper
Chocolate Brown
With rich brown walls, this bedroom feels dramatic and romantic — especially with the statement chandelier overhead.
GET THE LOOK: London Clay by Farrow & Ball
Powder Blue
Light and airy, a pastel blue is the perfect way to brighten up your bedroom. Here, Margaret Zingale of Peabody's Interiors paints trim and the ceiling a fresh white to elevate the look.
GET THE LOOK: Icelandic by Sherwin-Williams
Photo by: Margaret Rajic
Deep Red
A deep, moody red feels passionate, romantic and calming. Experimenting with color drenching, Emily Wainwright of @home.with.em paints her walls and ceiling in Benjamin Moore’s Beaujolais.
GET THE LOOK: Beaujolais by Benjamin Moore
Bright White
You can't go wrong with white walls in the bedroom. The bright hue makes a room feel spacious and airy, plus there's flexibility to decorate it however you wish. Here, Reena Sotropa adds some intrigue with picture frame moldings.
GET THE LOOK: Salt by Farrow & Ball
Photo by: Phil Crozier
Sunny Yellow
Associated with happiness and sunshine, yellow walls will make a bedroom feel cheery and inviting. Don't choose a shade that's too bright, or it could be difficult to unwind at night.
GET THE LOOK: Frosted Lemon by Glidden
Pale Pink
Designer Emily Henderson paints her guest bedroom Artistic Taupe, which proves the power of the right shade of pink. With a neutral undertone, this mauvy shade feels calming.
GET THE LOOK: Artistic Taupe by Sherwin-Williams
Photo by: Kaitlin Green
Yellow-Green
Because of its association with nature, green is a popular paint color in all rooms — especially the bedroom. This yellow-green shade in Sara Ligorria-Tramp's bedroom feels calming and refreshing.
GET THE LOOK: Cucuzza Verde by Sherwin-Williams
Cool Gray
If you don't want to repaint your bedroom for a while, cool gray is a neutral, versatile and timeless shade. It pairs with every home style, and provides freedom to mix and match decor.
GET THE LOOK: Cool Gray by Valspar
Rich Purple
Often associated with luxury and creativity, shades of purple are popping up in interiors, becoming a more popular paint color this year. Gabrielle Bove of Opaline Interiors Studio goes for a dark purple that brings richness, warmth and drama.
GET THE LOOK: Pelt by Farrow & Ball
Photo by: Joyelle West
Coral Pink
Vibrant shades of pink — like coral — work beautifully in bedrooms, too. Play around with complementary colors and bring in shades of green to balance the space.
GET THE LOOK: Pop by Clare
Photo by: Jonny Valiant
Moody Teal
From light to dark, blue walls feel relaxing and serene. This blue-green with gray undertones — Midnight in NY — is perfect for a shiplap accent wall.
GET THE LOOK: Midnight in NY by Behr
Neutral Off-White
When in doubt, stick to neutrals. Here, Rebel Builders paints the walls a creamy off-white and the ceiling a brighter tone.
GET THE LOOK: Heavy Cream by Behr
Photo by: Lara Kimmerer
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