Best white for bedrooms


11 Best White Paint Colors for Your Bedroom Walls

A Roundup of Top Brands and Peaceful Shades

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Ashley Knierim

Ashley Knierim

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Updated on 06/08/22

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White paint is a great choice for bedroom walls, but contrary to popular belief, there are actually endless shades of white to consider. Depending on your room's natural light and current accents, each white will look different on your walls. You can brighten up your bedroom with a clean, neutral white or create a cozy, welcoming vibe with a more traditional warm white. It helps to see inspirational whites to know what's best.

We've rounded up the best white paints for bedroom walls to help you create the perfect atmosphere in your space.

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White might be one the most popular paint shades on the color spectrum—making it a failsafe option for kitchens, bedrooms, and bathrooms—but choosing the right hue for your and your space’s needs is shockingly difficult. With so many nuances and undertones available, white isn’t just white anymore: It’s off-white, ecru, cream, ivory...must we go on? And, just like every other color, the decision gets even more challenging when you factor in finishes as well as your room’s lighting.

“The color—or noncolor—white offers us peace and calm in a room,” shares Patrick O’Donnell, color expert and Farrow & Ball’s brand ambassador. “The color of purity, it is the very essence of projecting a clean and ordered environment and easy to layer many other elements in a space from artwork to well-curated pieces of furniture or to bring in bolder elements such as fabric for sofas and drapes.”

So where do you even begin to choose the perfect paint color? To help, top designers share the best shades of white and where to use them. With any luck, you’ll spend less time attempting to decipher the difference between two hues that are practically indistinguishable and spend more time enjoying your space.

How to Choose the Perfect White Paint Color

Before you even begin to browse paint decks and swatch your walls, it’s important to take stock of your space’s qualities like the amount and direction of light coming into your room. “If it’s a north-facing room, a clean white will feel too chilly, so consider whites that have underlying red or yellow notes through them,” O’Donnell says. On the flip side, whites with cooler undertones will help balance out the intensity of the light in a south-facing room.

Another thing to consider? How your white in question will work with the rest of your color palette. “If using whites on your trim and moldings to go with your chosen wall color, think of a white that has underlying tonal notes of your wall color,” O’Donnell adds. “[For] a dark green such as Green Smoke, consider a slightly dirtier white with green undertones like Old White from our traditional neutrals; this will create a softer contrast than a ‘true’ white.

Once you’ve figured out the type of white your space needs, it’s time to peruse these top, designer-approved tones.

1) Sherwin-Williams Snowbound SW 7004

Sherwin-Williams

For a tried-and-true neutral that has chameleon tendencies, you can’t go wrong with Snowbound by Sherwin-Williams. “It’s one of my favorite whites because it’s warm without being too yellow,” explains Amy Leferink of Interior Impressions. “It has a very clean undertone—no green, blue, or pink hues.” Though it’ll look like a true white when solo, it’ll take on a greige tone when coupled with other hues.

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2) Benjamin Moore Atrium White OC-145

Benjamin Moore

Looking for the perfect pigment for a kid’s space? White may not be the first color that comes to mind, but Benjamin Moore’s Atrium White is designed to appeal to the entire family. “If you want your home to feel really calm and relaxing, I suggest using a white that has a creamy tone to it,” designer Michelle Gerson says. “Benjamin Moore’s Atrium White has a little bit of a peach tone.”

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3) Dunn Edwards Cool December DEW383

Dunn Edwards

There’s a reason why Cool December by Dunn Edwards has been Breegan Jane’s go-to white for 10 years and counting. “[It] strikes the perfect balance and always seems to do the trick for me,” the designer shares. “Plus, it’s touch-up-friendly and works well with Magic Erasers, [which is] important for moms like myself who have active kids.” Icy and bright, this option strikes a happy medium between cool and clinical.

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4) Sherwin-Williams Moderne White SW 6168

Sherwin-Williams

White is a foolproof option for your kitchen—and the cool undertones of Moderne White by Sherwin-Williams will look squeaky clean and pure. To keep the look from going too sterile, designers and Moderne White fans Beth Dotolo and Carolina Gentry of Pulp Design Studios recommend pairing it with bolder hues. “We like to add a little twist to our mostly white kitchens, like with a burst of orange on a barstool or a boldly patterned backsplash,” the duo explains.

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5) Benjamin Moore Ivory White 925

Benjamin Moore

Pair your rich, wooden finishes with Benjamin Moore’s Ivory White, a creamy white that designer Christina Kim stands behind. “Sometimes you need a creamy white, which can be tough to get right. It’s easy to veer too yellow, [which is why] I really love Benjamin Moore’s Ivory White,” she says. “This creamy white works best when you envelop the room completely and paint the trim, walls, and ceiling in it.”

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6) Benjamin Moore Snowfall White 2144-70

Benjamin Moore

Don’t let its name fool you: Benjamin Moore’s Snowfall White will look good in any type of climate. As a crisp, icy white, this hue will perfectly reflect what’s outside. “For the perfect, crisp, icy white, we used Benjamin Moore Snowfall throughout this sky-high pied à terre,” shares Kendall Wilkinson. “When the signature San Franciscan fog rolls in, you feel like you are floating on a cloud.”

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7) Sherwin-Williams Alabaster SW 7008

Sherwin-Williams

For Joelle Smith, the key to finding the perfect white is identifying the mood you want to create. If a cozy, welcoming space is what you’re going for, Alabaster by Sherwin-Williams has you covered. Mimi Meacham of Marian Louise Designs is also a fan: “It’s the perfect fresh, warm white. It doesn’t read too creamy but still falls soft and stays crisp.” Ready to create contrast? Smith loves to pair Alabaster with Naval, which is also from Sherwin-Williams.

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8) Benjamin Moore Oxford White CC-20

Benjamin Moore

According to designer Stephanie Brown, Oxford White is a reliable shade that’s super adaptable to modern and traditional spaces alike. With the slightest cool cast, think of this hue as a perfect match for bright, crisp rooms. “It reads beautifully on walls and trims,” Mona Hajj adds. “It has a crisp and soft feeling with both natural and applied light.”

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9) Farrow & Ball School House White No. 291

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Designer Cortney Bishop swears by Farrow & Ball’s Schoolhouse White, a soft off-white that never fails to create a welcoming and comfortable home. “It’s a timeless off-white that promotes old-world warmth and is a solid foundation that marries architectural features, materials, and accent colors,” she shares.

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10) Clare Snow Day

ELLE Decor

Looking for a shade that offers the best of both worlds? You can’t go wrong with this option from direct-to-consumer brand, Clare.“Snow Day is the perfect cool white that has just enough warmth to keep it from feeling sterile,” says Nicole Gibbons. “This is a great option for a south-facing room or for a bright white to pair with cool colors.”

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11) Sherwin-Williams Pure White 7005

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If you want to keep hidden undertones of blues, yellows, and pinks to a minimum, Pure White by Sherwin-Williams is designed to deliver. “[It's] an elegant white, which grounds the space and creates a nice neutral background to allow your furniture to shine,” designer Eileen Keshishian shares.

Best of all? This fail-safe white can be used just about anywhere. “It has a brightness that’s soft and welcoming,” designer Joy Williams shares. “It looks great on trim in any setting—indoors and out—without being too harsh. I’ve used it on kitchen cabinets, and it makes them look clean and welcoming but not sterile like some whites.”

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12) Benjamin Moore White Dove OC-17

Megan Tatem

There’s a reason why Benjamin Moore’'s White Dove is a crowd-pleaser among the design community. Simply put, this warm white looks good virtually everywhere. “White Dove has a creamy undertone that brings a lovely warmth to homes in urban environments or those in climates that often experience gray and overcast skies,” Emilie Munroe explains. “Meanwhile, in more traditional settings, White Dove reads as a crisp white without being too cold or modern.”

Other fans include Christine Markatos, Kari Whitman, Bria Hammel, and Maria Viola-Kuttruff of Viola Interior Design.

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13) Benjamin Moore Simply White OC-117

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The reason everyone love Benjamin Moore’s Simply White is...well, quite simple. “Benjamin Moore Simply White is always a crowd-pleaser,” insists Kristen Peña. “It’s a warm but true white that looks both crisp and cozy in every space.” Since this true white has the slightest warm tinge, it can look great in a breadth of spaces. Victoria Hagan loves Simply White in kitchens, while Meridith Baer prefers it in darker rooms with little-to-no natural sunlight. Or, if you want to double down on the simplicity, Chauncey Boothby applies it on both the walls and trim to create “the feel of a warm, sun-splashed room.”
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14) Benjamin Moore Chantilly Lace OC-65

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According to Nicole Green, Chantilly Lace by Benjamin Moore is the most universal paint color—and rightfully so. “I find myself going back to it again and again in order to create a bright white space that is warm and welcoming rather than sterile and cold,” she shares. “In a sea of whites, this is my tried and true!”

With a subtle, cool gray base, this is a clean, pure white that offers the perfect blank canvas. In fact, designer Rosa Beltran used this shade in every room of her Spanish Modern home in Los Angeles.

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15) Sherwin-Williams Extra White SW 7006

Sherwin-Williams

Depending on the environment, Sherwin Williams’s Extra White can read a bit blue in cooler lighting. However, if you’re looking for a pristine white that feels so fresh and so clean, it can’t be beat. “This color is crisp and clean but not too stark,” says Robin Strickler. “It complements all different interiors.”

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16) Benjamin Moore Dune White 968

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Designer Janie Molster is having “a love affair” with Benjamin Moore’s Dune White, which has muted, grayish-green undertones. “I veer away from whites that are too clear and absent of pigment,” she shares. “I like the knocked-down elements of Dune White. It’s a warm, flattering color inside and outside. I tell my clients it’s a true white with the dimmer switch dialed down.”

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17) Benjamin Moore Super White PM-1

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Want to brighten your space? Designer Tali Roth relies on the sightly cool Super White. “It’s too cool for some people’s preferences,” she explains. “For me, it’s spot on!” Jon Call agrees, noting that its cool nature reminds him of the walls at the Gagosian Gallery. “What I love about this color is that it makes your furnishings stand out like a piece of art,” he says.

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18) Benjamin Moore Calm OC-22

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Not only does Benjamin Moore’s Calm have a warm gray undertones—giving it a warm, inviting flair—but it can also adapt to its surroundings with ease. “Calm is particularly responsive to changes in lighting, whether natural or artificial,” shares Allison Babcock. “It’s extremely versatile no matter what style, color scheme, or room you are working with.”

But, where to put down a fresh coat of Calm? Dayna Dabek recommends your personal quarters. “What could be more appropriate in one’s bedroom retreat than the feeling of calm, promoting quiet, reflective, and relaxing moments?”

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19) Farrow & Ball All White No. 2005

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“The biggest challenge with white paint is when it leans gray or blue or yellow and skews the look you were going for,” explains Alessandra Wood, vice president of style at Modsy. That’s exactly why she’s so fond of Farrow & Ball’s All White, which is categorized as a pure white.

“It’s like a good friend,” Brad Ford adds.” Easy to be around, dependable, and it makes you and all the things around you look terrific. It stays consistent in any light, but in the afternoon, it can really make a room feel like it’s glowing.”

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20) C2 Cotton C2-836

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With a touch of yellow, C2 Cotton is a soft white that will emphasize your home’s charming architectural features. “It’s the perfect backdrop to enhance wood, and I especially love it in bedrooms,” Elizabeth Martin shares. “It makes skin sparkle.”

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21) Benjamin Moore Decorator's White CC-20

Megan Tatem

If you can’t resist a pure white, Benjamin Moore’s Decorator’s White hits that sweet spot between cool and modern. “Nothing beats a clean, crisp white wall, and my go-to is Benjamin Moore Decorator’s White,” Ohara Davies-Gaetano explains. “It’s crisp and slightly cool, making it the perfect backdrop to pop other colors used within a room.”

While Decorator’s White is a great fit for any room that requires a bright, clean hue Jeff Andrews shares that he specifically uses this shade for ceilings and woodwork.

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22) Benjamin Moore Paper White OC-55

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On the hunt for the perfect white paint for your kitchen or bathroom? Katie Ridder is a big fan of Paper White, which has the perfect dose of gray undertones. “It melds the grays of Carrara marble and the stark white of sinks and toilets,” she says. That way, this fresh coat of paint will set your luxurious stones do all of the talking.

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23) Farrow & Ball Pointing No. 2003

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If a warm ivory is what you’re going for, consider Farrow & Ball’s Pointing, which Cathy Purple Cherry of Purple Cherry Architects says is reminiscent of “an old piece of parchment paper”—in the best way, of course. “I am drawn to colors that are what I call noncolors, such as Farrow & Ball’s Pointing,” she shares. “A sunny day can intensify the hue even more, bringing a great glow to a space.”

Tilton Fenwick’s Anne Maxwell Foster and Suysel dePedro Cunningham also love the tint because it can look at home in both a sun-drenched farmhouse or one-windowed city bedroom. “This is the perfect ivory for almost every setting—not too bright and not too creamy,” the duo shares. “We’re all about striking that balance.”
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24) Farrow & Ball Wimborne White No. 239

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Though Farrow & Ball’s Wimborne White has a touch of yellow, designer Amy Sklar insists it’s not too warm. “It has just a hair of yellow, but does not read too warm,” she shares. “It really just feels like a perfect, clean white. Because of the depth of Farrow & Ball’s formulas, it has a certain richness to it. It’s the white I tend to favor for more traditional interiors.”

Want to give your white paint some extra pizzazz? Suzanne Kasler recommends using this shade in high-gloss to achieve “a very chic and modern look without using a real lacquer.”

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25) Dunn Edwards Swiss Coffee DEW341

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Classic and creamy, Swiss Coffee is the perfect warm white that doesn’t have too strong yellow or pink undertones. “There should be one cozy room, such as the living room, in every home,” says Trip Haenisch. “In this type of space, I like to use white paint as the backdrop for an amazing collection of art, which brings a pop of color.”

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A snow-white bedroom is undoubtedly a stylish and correct solution that will transform your room beyond recognition and give it an unforgettable charm and harmony. The versatility of white allows you to use it for interior decoration in any style, from classic to loft. How exactly to dispose of shades of white in your favorite bedroom - read on.

White color and combinations with it

White has always occupied an important place in the symbolism of different civilizations. For many peoples of the world, its interpretation was different, but most of them agreed that it is the color of the divine principle, holiness, purity and spiritual renewal.

This is the lightest of all tones in the color spectrum. It may seem that he himself has no shades, but this is not so. If you look closely, you can see that even with a small inclusion of a different color, white will change noticeably. So you can get a considerable number of possible undertones - both cold and warm.

The Pantone system pleases with noble and beautiful shades with marvelous names: dancing cloud, vanilla ice, mystical, marshmallow, summer shower - find your own!

Due to the dominance of white in the interior, you can achieve its visual increase. This will be especially useful for small bedrooms. Such a simple but tricky trick will help expand absolutely any room.

The noble tone harmonizes incredibly with many other shades, which, in turn, has given the design world hundreds of different solutions using it. For convenience, you can group the variations into three main groups:

- Calm, neutral combinations are best suited for the bedroom. Against the background of delicate combinations, materials will acquire special clarity and texture. Be sure to use for decoration;

- Washed colors will accentuate the warm metal: pink and yellow gold, copper;

- Use interesting textures: fluffy, knitted textiles, light wood, transparent details. This will add comfort and lightness, airiness;

- Don't forget the plants - ornamental greenery, roses, tulips, winding branches, cacti. Delicate floral shades and juicy greenery will make the interior even more fresh;

- A bright composition will be obtained from a combination of gray + lemon + white, cranberry + blue-gray + creamy, wine + deep blue + green.

Interior styles

White is really suitable for all styles, but for some it is an indispensable color. Which ones? Read below.

Classic white bedroom

The traditional style has its own canons and ideas. In particular, it involves high ceilings. To create such an illusion, such a technique as painting the walls and ceiling in a single shade will help. So you create a kind of dome effect. Try to stick to proportions and symmetry. Add graceful ornate elements to decoration and furniture.

As for the shades of white itself, noble options will look harmonious: pure snow white, cold pearl, warm cream or soft, but elegant ivory tone.

Modern white bedroom

It is not difficult to see that most modern interiors are light. This solution allows you to easily achieve a feeling of freshness and spaciousness. Therefore, you can safely use white as the main color and add a few color accents to it. The contemporary theme does not tolerate cluttered space. Avoid excesses in decor and furnishings.

Scandinavian white bedroom

Dreamers and rebels will certainly like the democratic northern European design. It has absorbed the main features of minimalism, eco-style, functionalism and even loft and country.

Nevertheless, with such a seething combination, try to create a concise and simple design. Bet on original, practical furniture, competent planning, natural materials, as well as basic colors. Thus, you can easily implement a conceptual and ergonomic design.

White bedroom in a marine style

Designing a bedroom in a free and spectacular nautical theme is an easy task. To finish the walls, use snow-white paint. Bedding is best chosen in a similar color scheme with a blue or black stripe. The optimal finishing material for the floor is medium tone parquet or any other in white.

At the head of the bed, you can place a thematic picture depicting the sea, a sailboat or a ship, and on a banquette, bedside table, shelf - decor in the form of large shells. In general, try to choose not the most colorful and catchy jewelry, but subtle "hints" on the theme of sea travel. Limit yourself to a white background and two or three additional shades, among which there may be azure tones.

Finishes and materials

Finishing creates the basis for the play of all the main interior details. Therefore, try to do it correctly, using suitable materials.

Floor

If you want to get a soft floor, then you simply cannot do without carpets. They will not only deliver pleasant tactile sensations, but also increase heat and sound insulation. The disadvantage is that dust can accumulate in the pile. But this problem is easily eliminated with a high-quality washing vacuum cleaner.

For pet owners, a scratch-resistant laminate is the way to go. However, this is a rather cold material, so it is best used in combination with a carpet by the bed.

Medium and light parquet looks beautiful in a white bedroom. Depending on your wishes, choose solid, piece parquet or parquet boards. It is a natural coating with hypoallergenic properties. It retains heat well and absorbs sounds. The tree will last at least 25 years, but will be afraid of a humid environment.

For warm, humid climates or bathrooms, choose stone, ceramic or concrete.

Walls

Depending on the style of the bedroom and your taste preferences, choose the way of cladding:

1. Painting in white. The best option for our case. Produced on an already prepared basis;
2. Concrete effect decorative plaster contrasts beautifully with classic details and complements the brick wall;
3. Snow-white brick wallpaper and decorative brickwork will fit into most modern styles;
4. Traditional design is gracefully emphasized by MDF panels;
5. Non-standard solution - finish the accent wall with textured wood or bulky gypsum panels.

Ceiling

If you have a small bedroom, try not to overload the room with complex designs. First of all, pay attention to the glossy stretch ceiling and white matte paint - together with the walls in the same color scheme, it will help to visually enlarge the space.

Cool gray tones suit concrete look. Wooden elements in the interior are supported by beams and a laconic suspended ceiling with woody motifs.

Bedroom lighting

It is necessary to touch upon the issue of lighting even at the stage of preparatory work and finishing, since the distribution of electricity will depend on its placement. Think carefully about the designs so that you don't have to spoil your snow-white wall when the finish is ready.

The light in the room should not be made too bright. Powerful lamps and cold light will adversely affect the overall atmosphere. The bedroom is, first of all, a place of rest and sleep, so being in it should contribute to relaxation. Lighting should be diffused, warm and soft. Use special lampshades with different caps.

Spotlights or luminaires under suspended ceilings look great. This will visually enlarge the ceiling and create a soft and pleasant light.

Experimenting with hidden structures can bring a different dimension to your bedroom. For example, you can hide the lamps behind the ledges on the walls or remove them under the ceiling - this way you can achieve the effect of tearing the ceiling from the walls. Also, designers often suggest placing diffused light fixtures directly under the bed or mounted on the podium.

Local lighting has many functions. These can be lamps at the head or side of the bed, LED strips around its perimeter, as well as light for the work area.

It is believed that the light source in the bedroom should be at a height of 1.5 m from the floor, which is why floor lamps are very popular. If you need a more movable fixture, then the flexible leg version is the best option. It can be easily moved and directed to illuminate another functional area, which is very convenient if the bedroom is designed for several people.

If you do not have bedside tables, you can use lamps that are attached to the head of the bed. From them there will be enough lighting for reading books and magazines, and a huge selection of design solutions will allow you to pick up something to your taste.

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What color should the bedroom be

Man is constantly surrounded by smells, sounds, sensations that form an idea of ​​the surrounding world. The most informative sense organ is vision. We see the faces of loved ones, admire works of art, admire amazing pictures of nature, rejoice at our native walls when we return home.

The perception of life would be inexpressive and faceless if all these visual images did not have colors. Without a palette of tones around us, it is difficult to adapt to the environment, it paints life with emotions, makes us think creatively, choose and act.

What color to choose for the bedroom - the main factors

Color is a whole science. Its natural factor, the totality of physical characteristics, the presence of the phenomenon of color in culture is studied by color science. There is another science - coloristics, which explores color in the aspect of philosophy and psychology. Color models, shades have a huge impact on the human subconscious. With confidence backed up by scientific research, one can characterize color as a great psychologist.

Every evening we go to the bedroom to rest, sleep, and gain strength for the next day. Since color can influence the human psyche, we have the opportunity to receive the service of a professional "psychologist" from the color design of the room: positive emotions, comfort, complete relaxation, and, as a result, sound, healthy sleep. This is the case if its color scheme is chosen correctly!

The choice of palette and design of the bedroom is individual. Someone likes natural greenery that is pleasing to the eye, someone will prefer the warm shades of autumn, the originals will choose a combination of contrasting bright tropical strokes. But there are at least three main factors that should be followed when choosing paints:

  • The style of the room.

In the existing canons of style, the main color compositions are always defined. For example, a universal white color scheme is suitable for classics, minimalism, Provence, high-tech styles.

Lilac color is more selective, it is used in oriental, art deco and eclectic design.

  • Room lighting.

In dim, subdued light, dark tones are unacceptable.

  • Bedroom area.

For small sizes, light colors are more suitable, which can be enlivened with bright accents in the form of pillows, paintings, lamps.

For a large room, the choice of color palette is wider. Hue plays an important role, any color has many options for tone and degrees of saturation.

What psychologists say

It is worth listening to the opinion of professionals, especially when it comes to the design of a place of rest. Psychologists have specific recommendations on the color design of the bedroom. Most of them agree that calm, pastel colors are the best choice. They contribute to good sleep, relaxation, restoration of energy spent during the day. There is also a specific color leading in all polls and ratings - beige and its shades. It looks great in the interior, conducive to a creative approach in working on a bedroom design project.

Psychologists consider the popular white color to be excessively cold. But it is not at all necessary to refuse a pure, light tone and its varieties (pearl, ivory, milk and others). It must be applied skillfully and thoughtfully so that the bedroom does not resemble a branch of a medical institution and is not faceless and empty. White color scheme is the perfect backdrop for all decorative elements. It will emphasize the beauty of textiles and lamps, highlight a spectacular dresser or console, visually enlarge the space and fill it with freshness.

For adults who want to relax before going to bed, green and yellow tones are more suitable than others.

Young people and teenagers who spend their days actively need a quick transition from vigorous activity to rest. This will contribute to the blue and blue colors.

Psychologists do not refuse bright orange, which will perfectly enliven a children's bedroom. Scarlet, coral, burgundy colors are applicable in the design of matrimonial chambers.

It is recommended to place fragments with non-standard colors on the wall at the head of the bed.

Feng Shui rules

Fashionable oriental philosophy has also contributed to the creation of the bedroom interior. Following its postulates, it is necessary to take into account:

  • The direction of the sides of the horizon.
  1. A bedroom facing north or northwest should be decorated in blue tones diluted with other colors.
  2. The south side requires red, but in a restrained composition.
  3. Eastern and southeastern directions prefer the color of natural greenery.
  4. Gray, silver, purple, lemon colors are preferred to the West.
  5. Northeast, southwest orientation should repeat the colors of the Earth, close to natural brown, terracotta, coffee and beige colors are needed.
  • The Chinese vision of the bedroom interior excludes the combination of black and white.
  • The presence in the bedroom of the spouses of the red color of passion.
  • All shades should be muted, no bright strokes.

The Chinese consider the bedroom to be the most important room in the house and put maximum effort into decorating it. In addition to the "wrong" colors, the Feng Shui treatise prohibits the installation of a suspended ceiling, TV and mirrors in the bedroom. The door to the sleeping room must be kept closed at all times.

Dependence on cardinal points

All colors are divided into warm and cold. There are special tables that clearly demonstrate this distinction. The most popular "cold" colors that are used to decorate the bedroom are white, gray, green, blue, blue, turquoise, lilac, purple and their shades. "Warm" are: yellow, beige, orange, pink, red, burgundy, brown and their tones.

Now let's turn to the question: which side of the world is your bedroom facing?

South

There is enough light in the room, but the excess of the sun is tiring and its partial neutralization is desirable. In this regard, it is recommended to use the colors of the cold palette. It is able to weaken the saturation of light, bring coolness, and at the same time visually enlarge the room, add space, positive. In such an interior, dark and bright colors are quite appropriate as a finish.

North

In a north-facing bedroom, the sun will be a rare visitor. In clear weather, the light penetrating into it will bring a bluish tint to walls and objects, in a gloomy and cloudy sky, the tone of daylight will be gray. To correct the lack of light and neutralize the gloomy component, it is advisable to use warm colors for decoration. Deep, saturated shades are suitable, there is a reason to refuse white.

East

The sun shines through the bedroom window facing the sunrise in the morning. With its golden rays, the green color and its shades are in perfect harmony. Cool turquoise, lilac, gray colors will be a good solution.

West

From the bedroom window can be observed. I want to extend this ritual, to delay the rays of the departing luminary longer. Beige, sand, chocolate colors, soft shades of brown will help. The presence of decorative elements, textiles of bronze and golden hues will duplicate the evening reflections, bring additional comfort to the interior.

What color to paint the bedroom - the optimal range of colors and top 20 successful color combinations Top 20 Solutions!

1. Pure white combined with black is a stylish and timeless solution. Geometric classics: polka dots, checkerboard cells, contrasting zebra stripes, ornaments and patterns of various themes look win-win.

2. White plus brown allows you to form complex decor designs, experiment with patterns and textures, include third colors, such as gold, turquoise, beige. In bedrooms with good lighting, brown color should prevail, in the northern chambers - white. 3. White and turquoise bring a sense of joy and serenity. Let white prevail, refreshing turquoise give accents and design details.

4. Unobtrusive beige and brown color noble, elegant combination. This bedroom is warm, cozy and comfortable. The beige color creates a good background, visually increases the volume, allows you to use other colors in the decoration: green, burgundy, yellow, white.

5. Beige together with blue will create a romantic space, fill the bedroom with a fresh breeze. Cold blue can be turquoise, cornflower blue, emerald green. The warmth of the beige tone, additional yellow or brown colors in the interior neutralize the apparent coldness, add comfort and warmth.

6. Green and white make a great combination. It is so harmonious that psychologists call it "light sleeping pills." Natural colors of light green, pistachio, olive, lettuce, dusty green, jade are refreshing and emphasized by the white gamma. Additional shades are not required.

Complement it with orange, brown or white finishes. The background will serve as a warm peach tone.

8; Green and neutral beige are a wide field for design ideas. Everyone will serve as the main color with equal success. Excessive frills are not needed, an expressive interior will be created by multi-level compositions, floral ornaments, geometric patterns.

9. Deep blue and elegant gray will form successful combinations for a trendy loft style. In order not to create a gloomy atmosphere, one should not overdo it with the blue color; two walls painted in it or large patterns on textiles are enough.

10. Blue plus white. This range will certainly appeal to fans of the marine theme. Don't forget the seascapes on the wall! Ornate patterns will be out of place, white and blue geometry and abstraction are perfect. Light brown or turquoise tones are allowed in the decoration.

Pink powdery and coffee colors create a cozy, intimate atmosphere, conducive to relaxation. Gorgeous ash-pink background with chocolate tone details.

12. Light brown plus blue balance each other. The warmth of the color of natural wood is complemented by the freshness and airiness of blue. Its shades can be any: turquoise, gray-blue, sky blue. Beige, white or gray colors will complement the composition.

13. Relaxing gray and classic white plays will remind black and white films or old photos. Geometric patterns, abstraction are perfect for this combination. Do not break the atmosphere of charm with bright details.

On a light gray background, a fuchsia finish will look wonderful. Graphite - will emphasize the elegance of an ash rose, for pearl gray it is permissible to add more pink powder.

15. Gray plus saturated yellow are monolithic severity and fun of the sunny "bunny". The background should be a gray tint, it will enliven, add mood and warmth, a bright accent of honey, bright yellow, golden color. A lot of glare is not needed, curtains, pillows, small rugs or a bedspread will cope with this task.

16. Sensual lilac and pure white bring peace, romance and positive energy to the bedroom. Against the dominant white background, the lilac zone at the head of the bed, abstract ornaments on the walls look great. Glossy surfaces and mirrors are desirable in the room.

17. Lilac and deep black. And such a combination is possible! The main thing is to correctly place the accents. Lilac fog and the fantastic presence of a black surface can create an atmosphere of cosmic happiness. Details of black textiles will bring theatrical drama, which will be facilitated by abstract or damask patterns on pillows and bedspreads.

18. Lilac and yellow create a royally opulent setting. A snow-white tone will effectively fit into this luxurious pair in the form of stucco patterns or even moldings on the ceiling. A golden yellow color will be a good background.

This combination of colors certainly requires the presence of a third: beige, light brown or white. Floral ornaments, uncomplicated patterns are appropriate in such a range.

20. Turquoise color plus elegant chocolate combination is bold and stylish. So that the brown color does not introduce gloomy notes into the interior, introduce it in doses, refreshing with a white or milky tone. A cheerful note of turquoise will be very helpful.

Tips for choosing

As wise people say: listen to all opinions, and do as you see fit. There are many, many opinions, advice, instructions, suggestions, but you have one bedroom. The final decision is up to the owners of the premises, only they are here to relax, dream, love, dream and make plans for the future. The interior should give spiritual comfort and provide psychological support.


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