35 Best Bathroom Paint Colors That Make a Statement
Refresh any space with one of these chic hues.
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If a bathroom renovation isn’t in the cards for you, a fresh coat of paint is the next best thing. Choosing the perfect paint color is far from easy, though. To help you out, we’ve gathered the best bathroom paint colors to refresh your space.
You can create an airy atmosphere with bright whites or cream shades, or play up a moody vibe with deep blues, reds, or grays. But if you want something a little more unexpected, take your pick of pretty pinks, sunny yellows, and even emerald greens.
Keep in mind that designer Ashley DeLapp notes that a small layout, like a powder room, is an ideal spot to have fun with color. “Because powder rooms are one of the few spaces in a home designed to be experienced in short amounts of time, and usually a smaller footprint, taking risks with bold color choices feels intentional rather than overwhelming,” DeLapp says. “Colors that might feel too daring in a main living area suddenly become exciting and sophisticated, and when wrapped around the room, create a jewel box of a space.”
Whether you’re partial to modern layouts or rustic-inspired setups, you’re bound to find the right bathroom paint color for your style in this roundup.
Classic White
Creamy white walls add a timeless touch to this bathroom design from Sarah Moore, while a periwinkle-colored vanity ups the ante. It's the perfect palette for a pre-teen and gives the space an airy feel.
Try Benjamin Moore's White Dove and Sherwin-Williams' Daydream
Photo by: Caroline Sharpnack
Earthy Roman Clay
There's something about a roman clay finish that instantly gives a bathroom a more elevated feel. Here, blogger and interior decorator Bre of Brepurposed Design went with an earthy gray hue for her kids' bathroom.
Try Portola Paints' Guru (Roman Clay Finish)
Citron
"What makes this bathroom so striking is the way the vanity color transforms the wallpaper from beautiful to unforgettable," says DeLapp of the bold citron hue. For a touch of whimsy, the designer intentionally matched the vanity color to the pops of chartreuse in the wallpaper. Walls painted in a cool gray finish the look.
Try Benjamin Moore's Citron (vanity) and Benjamin Moore's Classic Gray (walls)
Traditional Blue
For an old-world flair, designer Debbie Mathews LeRoy relied on a rich blue shade, which keeps the focus on the antique French vanity. There's another benefit, too: "This soothing color creates a quiet backdrop for the antique mirror, sconces, and artwork to shine," says Matthews LeRoy, founder of Debbie Mathews Antiques & Designs.
Try Benjamin Moore's Van Courtland Blue
Photo by: Dustin Peck
Crisp White
Leave it to DIYer and home expert Ursula Carmona to turn a basic primary bathroom into a stunner. Along with a fresh coat of bright white paint, she installed honed marble floor tile in a herringbone pattern and nickel sconces with acrylic bases. She didn't think twice about mixing metal finishes either—you'll spot everything from chrome to champagne gold for loads of visual interest.
Powder Blue
Powder blue gives this bathroom a calming air, while accentuating its unique architectural features. "It holds its own among the intricate millwork and handmade Zambian glass-tile mosaics without overpowering either," says designer Corey Damen Jenkins.
Try Benjamin Moore's Glass Slipper
Photo by: Andrew Frasz
Mauve
Looking for a paint color that's not too bright or bold? Blogger Brooke of Nesting With Grace went for a dusty pink that works for walls, moldings, vanities, you name it. It turned out to be the perfect hue to punch up her kids' Jack and Jill bathroom.
Gray Green
Take inspiration from Shannon Eddings Interiors and try a deep, dark green with gray undertones in the bathroom for a natural, soothing effect. Plus, this color acts as a neutral, making it easy to incorporate into your home.
Try Farrow & Ball's Card Room Green
Photo by: Molly Culver
True Black
Looking to go bold with this bathroom refresh? Try out a black wall with white and gold touches similar to Arterberry Cooke and Captex Construction's design.
Try Farrow & Ball's Pitch Black
Photo by: Madeline Harper
Grassy Green
This grassy green pairs well with white and wood accents, giving off a more rustic feel. Decorate playful green walls with wooden picture frames or signs for even more visual appeal.
Try Benjamin Moore's Bunker Hill Green
Photo by: Max Kim-Bee
RELATED: 30 Beautiful Rustic Bathroom Ideas for the Coziest Space Ever
Tan
This soothing shade can create a spa-like vibe in a primary bathroom, powder room or en suite bath. Accent with gold features for a classy touch as seen in this design by Berkeley Place.
Sage Green
If you are partial to shades of green, go for a luxurious sage. Not too bold yet still lively enough to draw attention to a space, it's easy to incorporate into any home and looks especially striking in the bathroom.
Gray
It doesn't get more versatile than soft gray walls to ensure that a bathroom's decorative pieces, like wooden stools and patterned rugs, steal the show. Read more on the different grays that never go out of style on Boxwood Avenue.
Teal
For an unexpected yet attractive color scheme, Berkeley Place accents teal walls with woven textures and marble flooring for a striking design.
Lavender
For this en suite bathroom, designer Melanie Lissack, transformed the fluted wall panels using Farrow & Ball's Brassica. The unexpected deep purple tone brings warmth into the space.
Copper Green
This emerald-inspired hue is as calming as it is stunning. Cecilia Casagrande of Casagrande Studios, painted the walls this lively shade of green — a color that'll give your bathroom that desired refresh without going over budget.
Try Farrow & Ball's Verdigris Green
Photo by: Sean Litchfield
Rich Red
For a cozy vibe, deck out your powder room in this deep red shade from Farrow & Ball. The warm hue, called Preference Red, is particularly striking when paired with white accents and antique pieces.
Electric Blue
Red-Based Black
Monique Valeris is the home design director for Good Housekeeping, where she oversees the brand's home decorating coverage across print and digital. Prior to joining GH in 2020, she was the digital editor at Elle Decor. In her current role, she explores everything from design trends and home tours to lifestyle product recommendations, including writing her monthly column, "What's in My Cart."
Laura Millar (she/her) is a freelance lifestyle journalist for Good Housekeeping. She holds a degree in Film, TV & Media from the University of Michigan, and was previously the assistant lifestyle editor for GH, where she covered home design. Her byline has appeared in NBC's TODAY.com, PEOPLE, Real Simple, and Business Insider.
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