Your bedroom is your sanctuary, a place for rest and rejuvenation. Therefore, carefully selecting the right paint colours is crucial. The hues you choose will significantly impact the room's atmosphere and guide your overall décor, including bedding, rugs, and other accents. Different colours evoke distinct feelings: some create a warm, cosy environment, while others foster a bright, airy ambience. Explore these inspiring bedroom paint colour ideas to transform your space into the perfect haven.
Blush Pink
Blush pink is great for bedrooms because it's calming and relaxing, making the room feel peaceful. It's easy to match with other colours and adds a warm, cosy feeling, while looking modern and stylish. Plus, if your bedroom lacks sunshine, it can help make the room feel much brighter.
Resene Cherish paint available from Resene ColorShops. Bed Threads Lavender Duvet Cover, from $240. Weave Home Natural Jute Rug Bastian Macadamia , $1899. Morgan & Finch Pippa Glass Vase Small, $30.
Buttery Yellow
Styling a bedroom with buttery yellow walls, aim for a balanced and inviting atmosphere by incorporating neutral tones like white, cream, and soft greys in bedding, rugs, and furniture, which prevent the space from feeling overwhelming. Complementary colours such as blues and greens can be introduced through accent pillows and throws, while natural wood tones in furniture and flooring enhance the room's warmth. Metallic accents, like gold or brass, can add a touch of sophistication. Maximise natural light with light-coloured window treatments, and introduce greenery through indoor plants to bring in a refreshing, natural element.
Resene Chenin paint available from Resene ColorShops. Early Settler Jouda Table Lamp, $249. Ohh Happy Home Checkered Pillow Cover, $35. Innate Strait Throw, $730.
Soft green
Soft green is an excellent bedroom paint choice due to its inherent connection to nature. It fosters a calming and peaceful atmosphere conducive to relaxation. Its gentle tones are easy on the eyes, reducing stress and promoting restful sleep. This versatile colour harmonises beautifully with various palettes, including blues and natural wood tones. It also offers a refreshing and revitalising touch, bringing a hint of the outdoors inside. Soft green creates a balanced and harmonious sanctuary, ideal for unwinding at the end of a busy day.
Resene Lemon Grass paint available from Resene ColorShops. Freedom Furniture KLARA Bedside Table, $799. Marimekko Urna Vase, $395. MM Linen Sabel Cushion Mist, from $150.
deep Blue-grey
A deep blue-grey wall in a bedroom fosters a calming and serene environment due to blue's inherent association with tranquillity. At the same time, the grey undertones soften the intensity for a restful ambience. Functioning as a sophisticated neutral, it provides a versatile backdrop that enhances pops of colour, allowing vibrant hues like mustard yellow or coral to stand out strikingly without overwhelming the space. This combination creates a modern, dramatic, yet balanced aesthetic, promoting relaxation and enabling flexible décor choices.
Resene Chambray paint available from Resene ColorShops. Città Design Spearmint Linen Lodge Pillowcase Pair, $95. Mooie Lighting Pyramid Table Lamp, $343. Coco Republic Tribeca Side Table, $1795.
mocha mousse
This year’s Pantone colour of the year, Mocha Mousse, is a warm and muted brown with grey undertones. An excellent bedroom colour choice due to its ability to create a cosy and sophisticated atmosphere. Its neutral sophistication provides a grounding and calming effect, while its versatility allows diverse styling options. To enhance this colour, layer textures like plush throws and woven rugs, introduce natural elements such as wooden furniture and indoor plants, and play with warm, soft lighting. Light-coloured bedding creates balance, and pops of colour like rust or mustard and metallic accents prevent monotony. Artwork with natural themes and mirrors to reflect light completes the space, ensuring a welcoming and stylish retreat.
Resene Toast paint available from Resene ColorShops. Hardings Furniture Deco Head Board, $389. Laboo Studio from $58. Marc Wood Rosa pendant, $POA.
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