Best Paint Colors for Bedrooms

Are you thinking of painting your bedroom and aren’t sure what color to use? It’s always difficult choosing a color, especially in a room that you want to be nice and peaceful.

Today I’m sharing some popular bedroom paint colors with you as well as a few reasons why some colors work better for bedrooms than others.

master bedroom with Benjamin Moore Woodlawn Blue walls

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Best Paint Colors for Bedrooms

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What color paint is best for a bedroom?

Blues, grays, and cool greens are good choices for a restful atmosphere in a bedroom.

Studies have shown that some colors are better than others for a good night’s sleep. If you’re looking for a calming and peaceful shade then you would want to use something with a cool undertone.

Darker colors and create a cocoon-like feeling. Bright and bold colors are best left for accents like throw blankets and pillows, but in the end, go with what makes you happy. That’s what really matters.

Keep reading for some beautiful bedroom colors shown in real homes.

Sherwin Williams Silver Strand

Here’s a nice soft gray bedroom painted with Sherwin Williams Silver Strand. Karin at Renovated Faith has used bolder colors on her pillows and bedding but the overall feeling of the room is calm and peaceful.

Renovated Faith

Sherwin Williams Rhinestone Bedroom

Here’s a lovely, soft, cool color that looks great with the warm blush and wood accents. Roxanne at The Honeycomb Home used Sherwin Williams Rhinestone in this cozy bedroom.

bedroom with Sherwin Williams Rhinestone walls

The Honeycomb Home

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Benjamin Moore Woodlawn Blue

For a serene and peaceful setting, a soft blue like Benjamin Moore Woodlawn Blue is a nice option. It’s a gray-green-blue and goes great with any style decor. Another gorgeous light blue/gray/green to consider is Benjamin Moore Quiet Moments.

Benjamin Moore Woodlawn Blue Bedroom

Tips for choosing paint colors

Read my tips for finding the right paint color here: How To Choose the Right Paint Color

Behr Meteorological

Using an accent color is a fun way to add interest and personality to a room. The dark teal accent paint in this bedroom from Making Manzanita gives a nice contrast to the subtle colors in the bedding and area rug.

Making Manzanita

Behr Ultra Pure White

Here’s a bedroom with a clean and crisp feeling from Love My Simple Home. The fresh Behr Pure White walls are perfectly complemented with the classic navy accents.

Love My Simple Home

Guide to Paint Gloss

Learn all about paint gloss levels and where to use each one here: Ultimate paint Sheen Guide Printables

Sherwin Williams Naval

For a room that feels like you’re wrapped up in a cozy cocoon, try using a deep color like Sherwin Williams Naval. In this room from South Georgia Style, the dark wall with white trim is timeless and elegant.

South Georgia Style

Benjamin Moore Paper White

Another room with white and navy, this one has a more casual, cabin look. The plaid accents and black wrought iron bed give it a modern farmhouse feeling.

This cozy room with walls painted in Benjamin Moore Paper White is from Rambling Renovators.

bedroom with Benjamin Moore Paper White walls

Rambling Renovators

Benjamin Moore Revere Pewter

For a nice neutral color that goes with any style of decor, Benjamin Moore Revere Pewter is always a good choice.

H20 Bungalow

MAB Mushroom Cream

MAB Mushroom Cream is a classic tan that will never go out of style.

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Try a Sample

Always test paint colors before you buy. I use and recommend Samplize Peel and Stick Paint Samples because they’re mess-free painted with two coats of real paint!

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Here are a few ways to make your room a cozy retreat:

Elements of a cozy bedroom

Layers – a quilt with a duvet folded at the bottom of the bed and a few extra throw pillows
Soft textures – area rugs and curtains will not only soften the look of the room, they will also absorb sound and make the room quieter
Upholstered headboard – an upholstered headboard is an inexpensive way to give your bedroom a cozy designer look. See my favorites here → Upholstered Headboards
Bedside lighting – soft ambient light from lamps or sconces are ideal next to the bed
Natural elements – add a plant, some branches, or flowers for a zen-like atmosphere
Tidiness – keep things put away for a more relaxed setting