21 Bedroom Paint Ideas

Bright and Bold

1. Hoard of Jewels

Bored of neutrals? You’re not alone. Jewel tones are picking up in popularity!

Jewel tones include vivid shades of green, purple, red, gold, and blue. Some popular shades are burgundy, royal blue, emerald, grape, and curry yellow, but there are many shades that fall into the category of jewel tones.

Jewel tones are considered “maximalist,” the exact opposite of neutrals, which fit with the “minimalist” décor style.

Maximalist décor carries an implication of luxury and sleek elegance.

2. Pretty in Pink

Want to make a statement with your bedroom paint ideas? Pink is your new best friend!

Pink is a color many people tend to steer clear of; after all, it’s a bold statement. But pink is also a color associated with playfulness, relaxation, and a sense of contentment.

It’s a great color to choose for a bedroom because bedrooms tend to be sanctuaries from the chaos of life. Relaxation and a bit of play is definitely a welcome reprieve!

Plus, let’s be honest…pink is just plain pretty.

If you want to really make a statement, hot pink is the brightest and boldest out there. But most people gravitate towards paler shades of pink, particularly dusty rose or peach.

3. Pops of Color

Don’t want to commit to just one color? You don’t have to!

If your room has an interesting arrangement—maybe a built-in bookshelf, or a vaulted ceiling—you’re in luck. These features in your bedroom add some interest, and you can capitalize on that built-in texture by separating them from the rest of the room.

By painting these features with pops of color against more neutral main walls, you immediately create contrast that draws the eye!

Botanical Brilliance

4. Glorious Greens

If you’re a plant parent hoping to expand your passion into your bedroom, you’ve got plenty of options!

One obvious way to bring a bit of botanical into your space is with a nice shade of green paint. Not pastel or mint—you want a rich, deep green that brings rainforests and greenhouses to mind.

Green is a naturally soothing color, which is why so many people love bringing houseplants home. And if you’re hoping to have a bedroom packed to the brim with plant-inspired décor, greens are a great choice for your walls. They’re likely to match most décor you bring home…including the living kind!

5. Purple Petals

Another great choice for a botanical bedroom is purple. Pretty much any shade of purple will do, as long as it’s on the cooler side of the color spectrum.

Purple complements green beautifully. If you don’t want to be overwhelmed with green walls, green décor, and green plants, it’s a great way to offset the verdant accents.

Purple is a bright color that isn’t too loud, which makes it perfect for those looking for a color that pops without putting off anyone.

6. Dark Brown

When people think about brown paint, they usually think lighter…beige, tan, and other shades that fall into the neutral category.

But when you’re looking to create that forest-like feeling, you actually want to choose a more saturated, darker brown!

Warm brown tones are often associated mentally with soil, bark, and falling leaves. This is a different way to bring botanical vibes into your space.

Brown also complements purples and greens, so you can combine it with accent furniture or décor in those shades if you don’t want to lose them completely.

Soothing and Subtle

7. Mellow Yellow

We’re not talking about a bright, garish yellow here—we’re talking about something soft and sunny.

For instance, champagne or buttermilk yellows are gentler on the eye. Pastel shades are the best way to go when it comes to yellow.

Yellow is a happy and energetic color, perfect for those who want a stimulating environment. It’s hard to feel down when you’re surrounded by the color of sunshine.

Brighter yellows, however, are known to be harsher on the eye. Try to avoid them when picking what shade to gild your walls with!

8. Peaceful Pastels

Yellow isn’t the only color that shines in pastel shades!

Pastels in general are calming to be around; they’re not irritating to the eye or difficult to match with décor. Pastel greens and blues are especially popular.

Expecting parents often gravitate toward pastels for their nurseries for a reason. If you’re up all night with a crying baby, the last thing you want to be surrounded by is harsh, overstimulating colors!

However, pastels are a wonderful choice for any bedroom, not just nurseries.

9. Feeling Blue

Blue is known to be the most calming color of all. When surrounded by shades of blue, we can’t help but let the tension ease out of our bodies and relax. That’s why it makes such a great shade for bedroom paint!

When choosing a shade of blue, you really can’t go wrong. Even the brightest blue isn’t grating to look at. It all depends on what décor you have and what vibe you’re going for.

Nautical-inspired rooms, for instance, would do best with deeper, cooler blues, while sky-inspired rooms should lean lighter and warmer.

Dramatic and Daring

10. Black and White

There are few bedroom painting ideas that stand out quite as much as jet black and soft white.

A black and white bedroom theme is not for the faint of heart, but it offers many benefits.

First of all, it becomes very easy to buy décor and bedclothes. Secondly, the contrast between these colors offers an automatic point of interest when you walk in.

Black and white bedrooms are naturally eye-catching. They’re as sharply contrasted as you can get.

Black and white bedrooms also give the impression of being neat and orderly.

Don’t expect that these “plain” colors will create a boring bedroom—it’s quite the opposite, in fact! Black and white bedrooms offer many avenues to decorate in interesting and exciting ways.

11. Silver and Gold

Silver and gold, silver and gold…we’ve all heard the song, right? There’s a reason these colors have such staying power through waves of trends coming and going: one look, and you can only think of finery.

Silver and gold are colors associated with sophistication and extravagance. Coming home to a bedroom decked in those colors is always an experience!

The best way to combine these two colors into one space is through an accent wall. When painting your bedroom, put the lighter shade (usually silver) on three walls, then pick the wall you want to be the focal point. You’ll paint this focal wall in gold. This is usually the wall you see first when you walk into the room.

12. Royal Red

Red is often associated with being an “angry” color. However, choosing the right shade of red for painting your bedroom can create a beautiful space.

The best shades of red for bedroom painting are rich and regal. Crimson is a popular choice.

Avoid darker reds or reds that are too bright, such as scarlet.

Monochromatic Marvel

13. Shades of Gray

Gray is often dismissed as a bland or dismal color. However, gray is actually growing in popularity for painting any room, not just bedroom painting!

Part of the reason for gray’s surge in popularity is that there is such a variety to choose from. One shade of gray could look completely unlike another.

Gray is a good choice for monochrome bedroom painting, because it’s not an overwhelming color. You can paint and decorate your room in as many shades of gray as you like, and it won’t get overstimulating or frustrating to look at.

Gray is also an easy color to match to other décor in the room.

14. Complementary Colors

Any color can be used to create a monochromatic room. To create a monochromatic color scheme you simply choose different hues of the same color. A color wheel can help you choose the correct colors.

Mixing turquoise and navy, for instance? Not a good move. They’re both shades of blue, but they don’t complement each other.

15. Oodles of Orange

Orange may seem like a strange color to choose, but it’s actually one of the best colors to use for monochromatic bedroom painting!

You can play with vivid tones of orange when painting your bedroom, but you can also choose warmer, softer shades. For instance, playing off burnt orange is a great way to create a space filled with orange without it being too much.

Nifty Neutrals

16. Desert Dream

If you’re painting your bedroom in neutrals, one way to spruce it up is by layering multiple shades together. A desert theme is one of the easiest ones you can use to take a heap of neutrals and elevate them into something stunning.

Take a handful of warm neutral shades (most of which land in the realm of browns) and scatter them throughout the room. You can create a dynamic space by painting different elements (walls, windowsills, etc.) in different shades that complement each other.

17. Buy Into Beige

Beige is one of the most popular neutrals for bedroom painting…or any painting!

It’s a classic for a reason: it pairs well with almost anything. It’s a blank slate for any bedroom theme you desire.

18. Cool-Toned Color Combos

Neutrals and cool-toned colors both have naturally calming effects, so pairing cool-toned neutrals together compounds that effect.

If you’re looking for a way to add an extra layer to your neutral bedroom painting idea, combining one or two in the space is a good way to do that.

Awe-Inspiring Accents

19. Wallpaper Wonders

We mentioned accent walls earlier; however, another way to play off your bedroom painting ideas is by adding an accent wall decked out in wallpaper!

Once you choose a bedroom color, you can track down a wallpaper that either incorporates or complements that color.

This way, you can combine paint and wallpaper to create a stunning bedroom and draw the eye straight where you want it to be.

20. Spots and Stripes

Another way to add interest to your walls is by adding patterns! You can play with stripes, polka-dots, chevrons…anything you like!

21. Mural Magnificence

If you’re truly ambitious and artistic—or you have some money left over in your budget—instead of wallpaper on your accent wall, you could add a mural!

Murals are beautiful pieces of art, and while they can be expensive, they can replace the need for other wall art.