Grey bed with white furniture
27 Beautiful Gray and White Bedrooms
Sara Tramp; DESIGN: Emily Henderson
Gray and white might not seem like the most exciting color combination, but it's undeniably sophisticated. Take, for instance, these striking gray and white living rooms, these breath-taking kitchens, and these edgy bathrooms. For those who favor a minimalist approach to design, the pared-back palette provides the perfect base for an understated space—particularly a bedroom.
If you prefer a neutral color scheme, the minimalist combination also offers a welcome, toned-down alternative to a high-contrast black and white bedroom. Ahead, we've rounded up 27 beautiful gray and white bedrooms that are proof these neutral shades are the epitome of understated elegance. Intrigued? Get inspired to go grayscale by the gray and white bedrooms below.
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Design: Emily Henderson/Photographer: Tessa Neustadt
This gray and white bedroom, designed by Emily Henderson, is the epitome of understated elegance. Sleek black pieces (namely, the four-poster bed, the vintage side table, and the graphic artwork) are interspersed throughout the gray and white bedroom, lending a bold, sophisticated air to the space.
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Alvin Wayne
Gray and white have the potential to create subtle contrast, but there are other ways to layer onto that idea. This bedroom, designed by Alvin Wayne, boasts a neon sign over the headboard to add a small dose of radiance, while the set of black framed mirrors flanking each side of the bed also adds some extra light into the space. The result makes a smaller bedroom feel more expansive.
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Becca Interiors
Gray and white are a set that can be used in a wide variety of styles from modern to rustic farmhouse—like this bedroom designed by Becca Interiors. The gray headboard and striped white and beige bed set have a charming flair to them, but rather than keeping the entire room to those shades, the bedside dresser is muted shade of navy.
The color gives the space a little pop of color without detracting from the rest of the color scheme.
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Becca Interiors
For a modern take on the color duo, pair painted white brick walls with a black and white graphic art portrait. This loft space from Becca Interiors gives big city vibes while keeping to a neutral color scheme with a pale gray head headboard and pillows adding some additional contrast to the white bedding.
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Britt Design Studio
One unique yet subtle way to bring white and gray together in a bedroom is by using one of the colors in an unexpected place, like the white borders used here. This bedroom from Britt Design Studio balances pale grays with bright whites, yet your eyes can't help but gravitate upwards. The white border strips accentuate the shape of the ceiling and add contrast.
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Brophy Interiors
With both being neutral shades, a gray and white color scheme can easily benefit from having light tans thrown into the mix.
This bedroom designed by Brophy Interiors proves this—the white walls and bedding make up the majority of the space, with subtle accents of grays popping up in the pillows. Adding a textured tan throw onto the bed steps the color palette up a bit.
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Brophy Interiors
This gray and white modern bedroom from Brophy Interiors does an incredible job of taking a gray and white color scheme and adding a pop of color. While the rest of the room stays entirely in neutral shades, the orange statement piece on the wall adds some warmth without overpowering the rest of the room.
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Cathie Hong
Allow Cathie Hong to make a compelling case for installing curtains, stat. Boasting a soft, creme shade, these linen drapes allow natural light to filter into the space, but they also add some much-needed dimension to a room decorated almost exclusively in gray and white tones. Keeping the white tones on the walls and gray on the ground helps the space feel even more expansive.
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Corner House Creatives
In a space with stunning architectural details, less is more—and this minimal bedroom designed by Corner House Creatives is proof. Relaxed gray linen bedding complements, rather than detracts from, the space's beautiful textured walls and neutral scheme. A simple burlap tapestry hanging above the bed completes the look.
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D Burns Interiors
Thus far, we've spilled a lot of ink on soft and mid-tone shades of gray, but we'd be remiss if we overlooked shades from the darker end of the spectrum. Which leads us to this bedroom designed by D Burns Interiors, making a compelling case for charcoal gray. Here, the hue creates stark contrast as an accent wall yet doesn't make the place feel stuffy or closed off.
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Design by Ajai Guyot for EHD/Photographer: Ellie Lillstrom
As interior designer Ajai Guyot's bedroom for Emily Henderson Design demonstrates, olive pairs especially well with cool mid-tone grays and whites.
Here, Guyot pairs an olive-hued wood panel lower half of the wall with delicate floral wallpaper for the upper part of the wall for a chic gray and white bedroom that's making us green with envy.
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Herzen Stimme
Gain inspiration from this bedroom designed by Herzen Stimme and layer tonal textures to curate a neutral space that's far from boring. gray linen bedding, a chunky knit white throw, pleated white curtain canopy over the bed, glowing string lights, and warm wood floors and furnishings fill the neutral space with texture-rich details.
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Home and Spirit
If you don't look too closely, you might be tempted to think this is an all-white bedroom. However, take a closer look at this space by Home and Spirit, and you'll notice the bedspread and pillows are the ever so softest shade of pale gray. For those who like the idea of a primarily white space, this pairing is an ideal solution.
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House 9 Interiors
Take style notes from House 9 Interiors and paint walls a cool, blue-gray shade.
Gray imbued with the slightest touch of blue creates a certain depth that white paint simply can't, making it ideal for pairing with shades of olive, charcoal, and even black. Additionally, the zebra print headboard proves a gray and white room doesn't have to be devoid of playfulness or patterns.
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House 9 Interiors
A rustic theme in a bedroom can benefit from a gray and white color scheme—just look at this bedroom from House 9 Interiors for proof. The white walls and plush gray headboard make up the foundation, but the work wood and wicker accents create a cozy space that adds some serious dimension.
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JK Interior Living
Given how prevalent white tends to be in home dećor spaces, it can feel tempting to make it the backdrop with other colors serving as accents. In this bedroom designed by JK Interior Living, white serves as the accent color on the bedding and the lampshade, yet the rest of the room is cloaked in hues of smoke, greige, cloudy and medium-toned grays.
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JK Interior Living
In this neutral bedroom designed by JK Interior Living, a chic, tufted upholstered headboard in a soft white makes a strong impact. However, it's the metallic, elegant chandelier that really takes center stage here. The added colorful mural on the ceiling helps accentuate the statement lighting, and with a pared-back color palette, it feels at once on-trend and timeless.
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Katie Hodges Design
The perfect balance between cool gray and warm white, greige is a powerful neutral that pairs well with almost any other color and, depending on the shade, fits nearly any design style. Case in point: This bedroom designed by Katie Hodges Design, complete with a greige bed frame and accents. It truly gives a best of both hues vibe.
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Kate Marker Interiors
While the bedroom may be a place to sleep, that doesn't mean you can't add some extra options if you have the space. Adding gray furniture to a mostly white room can help ground the space and add complexity.
This bedroom by Kate Marker Interiors is a perfect example, with the gray couch and accent chair balancing out the beige bedding and high ceiling white walls.
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Kate Marker Interiors
Prefer to stick to a classic style for your bedroom? Kate Marker Interiors proves with this bedroom that a gray and white color palette suits the style nicely. The carved four-poster ned, elegant chandelier, and rustic gray bedside table all contribute to a theme that feels as though you've been whisked back in time in the best way.
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Kendall Wilkinson Design
Leave it to Kendall Wilkinson Design to make a simple gray and white palette look downright chic. In this spacious bedroom, the designer outfitted the bed with soft gray and warm white linens that perfectly complement the space's flooring and wooden ceiling. The open windows allow plenty of light to flood the room, giving the light colors a chance to bask in the glow.
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Kate Marker Interiors
If you're working with a teenager's room, don't worry—white and gray works here, too.
Kate Marker once again proves the versatility of the color duo in this space that boasts sleek lines and modern accents. The white wall with gray triangular lines creating various shapes adds some fun to an otherwise simple palette.
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LeClair Decor
Leave it to LeClair Decor to dispel the myth that decorating with dark hues will make a small space feel even smaller. Here, a charcoal bed frame with a tall headboard actually draws the eye up, making the small space feel larger. The set of throw pillows boasting vertical gray and white stripes helps add to the elongating illusion.
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LeClair Decor
This bedroom, designed by LeClair Decor, is a lesson in decorating with gray to amp up a neutral palette. In a space dominated by shades of taupe, oatmeal, and cream, a mid-tone shade of gray acts as an accent hue, breaking up the beige and lending contemporary flair to the modern bedroom.
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Mary Patton Design
This bedroom designed by Mary Patton is proof that you can go all out on gray with striking results.
The walls, built-ins, upholstered headboard, and even the carpet are deliberately covered in the cloudy hue. The white bedding really makes a statement here, along with the white and gold accent walls that peek through the shelving units of the built-ins. The result is a monochromatic masterpiece.
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Liljencrantz Design
If your goal is to try and keep the gray and white color palette on the walls, floor, and ceiling, then consider adding a gray rug to your floor. While it's fairly simple to paint your walls and ceiling, a rug can help transform your floor and bring cohesion to the rest of the room. Liljencrantz Design proves this point here by incorporating a large gray rug to cover most of the wooden floor—keeping things gray from head to toe.
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Lindsey Brooke Design
Here, Lindsey Brooke Design demonstrates the power of gray as an accent hue. In this bedroom, a decorative gray nightstand pops out among crip white linens and furnishings.
A gray loveseat against the wall also captures your attention against the white wall. Finally, the gray and white pattern rug adds another layer of dimension and color to the neutral space.
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Grey and white bedroom ideas are a versatile interior design choice – cool and contemporary, but just as happy in a traditional space as they are in a modern home.
Choosing a color palette for your bedroom ideas is a big decision, but pairing grey and white is one of the most popular selections you can make, whatever your bedroom style. A neutral duo that is right on trend, its tonality means it works well on its own with minimal interruptions, or as an excellent base for additional color choices.
Grey and white bedroom ideas
Grey and white color combination for rooms represent purity, stillness, and new beginnings, as well as cleanliness and clarity. It can be used everywhere in the home but is very successful in the bedroom and any room where you want to create order and with little distraction.
It is also an ideal foil for a well-curated room of art and furniture.
From serene sanctuaries to beautiful minimalist bedroom schemes, we found some inspiring grey and white bedroom ideas, and asked the experts to share their tips for a neutral sleep space.
1. Invest in the best lighting for a grey and white bedroom
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Due to its versatility, most colors go with grey and white bedroom ideas – it is a neutral color combination after all, which means it acts like a blank canvas on which you can put your mark. However, before you consider a color scheme with grey as a base, it's worth considering the best bedroom lighting ideas and options available, especially if you have a north-facing room.
'The way lighting is controlled is key in a predominantly dark grey and white bedroom,' says Sally Storey, creative director of John Cullen Lighting : ‘Dimmers are essential to change the mood from day to night. Make sure each light is controlled individually and with accessible switches, so you can eliminate glare easily when you’re in bed.
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2. Combine a serene color palette with texture
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'Our clients wanted their main bedroom to feel as calming as possible,' says Antonia Winkler von Stiernhielm, Director of Studio Anton . 'By using a palette of soft gentle white and grey bedroom ideas, combined with an abundant mix of textures, we kept the space light and ethereal creating the perfect retreat to clear one's mind at the end of a busy day.'
3. Hang wallpaper behind the bed
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Paint ideas are not the only way to add interest to your space. A bedroom wallpaper makeover could be just what your space needs for a simple yet striking grey and white transformation.
'This beautiful wall covering really sets the scene in this grey and white bedroom, the subtle two toned check creates a sumptuous texture that's contemporary yet soothing,' says Lucy Searle, Global Editor in Chief, Homes & Gardens. 'Add in the white headboard, lamp and walls with a variety of wood, and you have a very restful bedroom scheme.
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4. Use a dark grey for a restful bedroom
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'Decorating with grey and white still has universal appeal as due to its timeless nature it makes a perfect backdrop – but like white, grey colors have differing undertones, so should be considered carefully,' says Ruth Mottershead, Creative Director at Little Greene .
'I recommend a soft, neutral grey like 'French Grey’, it’s not too cold or too warm but somewhere in the middle, so it offers great versatility. Or, if you are looking to create a soothing sanctuary for sleep, opt for layers of tonal natural colors, and deep soporific hues such as deep grey ’Scree’ or strong rich ‘Vulcan’ grey.'
5. Paint the perfect backdrop for a patterned headboard
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If you are struggling to work out the best bedroom colors for your room, then grey and white is the perfect blank canvas to introduce headboard ideas that are completely unique and daring.
'Greys, whites, and similar neutrals make a fantastic base because they’re enduring, natural and elegant, and they work well with pretty much everything,' says Dominic Myland, Director of Mylands . 'Painting your walls in your choice shade of grey or white provides a stylish and versatile backdrop for the rest of your room and decor and allows you to introduce color elsewhere without it becoming overwhelming.'
6. Opt for a pretty grey-based floral wall covering
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Your grey and white bedroom should be a place to unwind and relax after a busy day or, in the case of guest bedrooms, a space to make visitors feel welcome, so selecting the right wall decor ideas is vital in dictating the mood you want to create.
'The owner's preference for calm colors prevails in this room,' says Henriette von Stockhausen, Creative Director at VSP Interiors . 'Lewis & Wood's 'Indienne' wallpaper in china blue creates an elegant backdrop.
While the Farnham Antique Carpets rug is complemented by antiques and gentle colors to achieve the relaxed feeling my client desired.'
7. Introduce an element of bold color
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‘We would usually lean towards quieter palette combinations in the bedroom, but darker or moodier shades can work really well within small bedroom ideas,' says James Thurstan Waterworth, founder, Thurstan . 'They create a perception of depth and lend a warm, cocoon-like feel – welcome in every cozy bedroom. For the walls, we suggest a mid-toned grey for an industrial feel, then lift this by layering careful accents of color, perhaps an apple green or a similar earth-toned hue – ochre, terracotta or a softer peach.’
8. Keep it simple in a grey and white space
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Grey and white bedroom ideas do not have to be stark and sterile. A bedroom should be a place of sanctuary, a space to enjoy away from the pace of everyday life, and one that should evoke warmth and comfort.
Here, the combination of the unique natural wood relief within the ‘Timber’ design, reminiscent of the serenity of nature, is combined with this ‘Frost White’ colorway; a gentle shade of grey which evokes a crisp, calm morning at first light. It is pure escapism – and the perfect finish for a restful bedroom.
‘A neutral color palette can have a huge impact on the overall design,’ says Simon Tcherniak, Senior Designer at Neville Johnson. ‘A minimalist combination of neutral, muted tones and rich wood finishes will display simplicity that will remain timeless, even as the style of the space evolves.’
9. Experiment with the color block technique
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'You should never feel that using neutrals, whites and greys is unadventurous, in fact, working with the architectural ‘families’ and their subtle color variations can create a clever and sophisticated scheme,' says Andy Greenall, Head of Design, Paint & Paper Library .
'Color blocking within a monochrome color palette is a wonderful way to add playful design detail to a bedroom scheme.'
10. Layer different shades of grey to create a harmonious space
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This white and grey guest bedroom is a neutral lover’s dream,' says Lindye Galloway, Founder and Chief Creative Officer of Lindye Galloway Studio & Shop . 'Layers of texture are what give a room that thoughtful and comfortable feel. Add throw pillows to highlight your bed, art for a focal point, decor for character, and a detailed rug to ground the room. All of these elements make grey bedroom ideas feel more approachable.'
What colors go with white and grey in a bedroom?
The most wonderful thing about a grey and white bedroom color scheme is that it will go with just about any other color.
‘A lovely way to bring out the undertone in a grey and white color scheme is to partner it with the same, or similar color.
For example, a grey with a green undertone and decorated with green bedroom ideas will make the undertone more dominant, and a grey with a pink undertone will partner beautifully with lilac or even red bedroom ideas.’
‘A flat grey carries no positive physiological benefits,’ says Natasha Bradley, Home Interior Expert at Lick . ‘It can actually generate a dull and lifeless emotional response, which is why I always recommend that my clients choose a grey with a colored undertone.’
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Gray bedroom is suitable for anyone who plans to create a calm, peaceful, relaxing atmosphere. Its neutrality and restraint is great for experimenting with design. A wide range of shades of gray, allows everyone to find their own unique tone. This color goes well with others, opens up a wide field for experimentation. A well-chosen design and placement of accents will create a unique environment that envelops you with comfort and warmth.
The psychological meaning of gray in interior design
Gray is a combination of opposite shades: black and white. This feature forms certain qualities in it: the color does not tend to dominate the interior, but it adds stability to the bedroom, making the space more harmonious.
Gray is considered a neutral hue that slows down the processes taking place around.
The use of this tone in the interior is a modern fashion trend.
Despite the fact that for a long time it was considered too gloomy and even mundane, designers today even use it as a base.
Gray details, on the other hand, are not very noticeable, the eye doesn't linger on them. They are used to stabilize an overly bright interior.
Gray color usually does not appear "solo", but in the composition of several colors it feels confident. It is able to soften and even out the effect of other shades.
Gray itself is characterized by ambiguity and mystery, which can favorably set off other colors.
So, a light tone of gray demonstrates neatness and accuracy, smoky - shows maturity and thoughtfulness.
Despite the fact that gray is considered "inconspicuous", in fact it has great potential in interior design and can be both a neutral backdrop for the bedroom and an interesting frame.
Shades of gray in the design of the bedroom
Gray tones in the interior can be used in various variations, depending on what effect you want to achieve for the bedroom.
So, among the most popular design options in which gray is the base shade, the following can be distinguished.
Pearl
This color is one of the softest shades of grey. Pearl creates tenderness, lightness in space, and also embodies the nobility of , making the space more refined.
This is a neutral and calm shade, which is chosen by people with good taste.
Perfect for a classic bedroom or a Provence-style interior.
However, for a retro or modern style, this color will not look very appropriate.
Silver
Silver bedroom - the ability to use gray as a bright background. This option will look most appropriate in the southern bedrooms, as the silver tint helps to “cool” the room filled with sunlight.
Silver will also add aristocracy, sophistication and sophistication to the bedroom.
In such premises bright accessories should not be used, as they can disrupt the intimacy of the situation.
Steel
This is an interesting and daring option for decorating modern bedrooms.
For example, a steel color would look good in a high-tech style, but not at all suitable for classic interiors.
Such a bedroom can be diluted with interesting bright decor and other color accents, as a large amount of steel color can oppress the atmosphere and create a feeling of lifelessness of the space.
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Companion colors for a gray bedroom
Gray works best in combination with other color schemes. This shade is able to reveal and complement other tones, creating an interesting contrast and forming unusual combinations. Designers recommend choosing the following companion colors for gray.
Gray and Beige
This combination is a bedroom base with a neutral, monochrome design. The interior is calm and relaxing.
A warm beige palette softens the austerity of grey, making the bedroom not gloomy, but cozy and elegant.
This design option will be universal for almost any style.
Gray and blue
Blue belongs to the cold color spectrum, due to which it can add freshness and calmness to the bedroom at the same time.
This tone has a relaxing effect on the nervous system and is good for falling asleep.
By choosing light shades of blue, you can visually enlarge the space, which is useful for small bedrooms.
Gray paired with blue enhances qualities such as relieving emotional and visual stress. This combination brings peace and tranquility.
Gray slightly dulls the excessive "activity" of blue, which in turn makes the companion less faded.
The darker gray you select, the brighter the blue tone should be.
Gray and White
The gray and white interior is one of the classic neutrals in which the main role is assigned to gray. At the same time, the color does not lure all the attention to itself.
The presence of white makes it a brighter and more interesting design option: bedrooms with this design seem to be filled with light from within. It looks especially harmonious in large rooms.
In small rooms or bedrooms with a non-standard shape of , it is best to use white as a basis, which should be present on the walls and ceiling.
It will add lightness and airiness to the space, and the gray, which will be used as an accent, will look brighter and more interesting against its background.
Gray and pink
The combination of warm shades of gray and pink can make the bedroom not only cozier, but also add tenderness and romance to her .
In this case, pink is the right color to create accents with decor or textiles.
To make the room look "grown-up", you should use furniture and decor that have a strict geometry. This will help add seriousness to the grey-pink bedroom while still maintaining a light, dreamy vibe.
Gray and green
Shades of the green palette always give peace and tranquility. Gray and green, working in the interior for the same purpose, give the room lightness and freshness.
For this combination, it is best to choose olive, light green, etc. shades.
To add a touch of naturalness to the interior, you can hang green curtains in it or decorate the bedroom with live plants.
In the classic version, green is used when choosing textiles or furniture placed against the background of gray walls.
However, non-standard combinations are also allowed, in which the accent wall is painted green and the room has gray furniture.
Gray and turquoise
The combination of gray and turquoise adds brightness and tenderness to the bedroom at the same time . Gray will make the space discreet and peaceful, turquoise will add lightness and nobility.
If necessary, you can make the bedroom more energetic and lively: for this, turquoise is used to decorate curtains, pillows or bedspreads.
A bright shade will add positive emotions, giving the owners of the bedroom cheerfulness and creativity.
Gray and blue
The bedroom, made using a combination of gray and blue, is an interesting and sensual interior.
It has notes of unhurriedness, calming coolness and serenity.
Intense deep blue will look good in accent details, while gray will create a suitable background.
Gray and Brown
These are two neutral shades that combine to add calm and harmony to the bedroom. Brown tones bring softness and plasticity, through which the severity of gray can be balanced.
This combination is considered quite popular, as brown is more neutral than beige, but warmer than white and blue.
It can be used to create perfect zoning, make an accent wall, etc.
Gray and black
Dark colors such as black can visually reduce space. Therefore, this design method is not suitable for small bedrooms .
If the room has panoramic windows, there is additional lighting around the perimeter of the space, this interior option will be appropriate. However, this situation is more the exception than the rule, since this combination is quite complex.
When choosing this combination , you should give up a lot of furniture and heavy drapery - everything that takes free space and light.
Gray and yellow
Due to its cheerfulness and positive energy, yellow color brings good mood and comfort to the room. Bright blotches against a gray background make the interior dynamic and interesting.
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Yellow color will be an excellent helper in visual correction of long and narrow rooms, if you use it on "short" walls, and paint the rest in white or pearl.
When designing a gray-yellow bedroom, it is important to keep a balance between the basic background and decor: there should not be so much yellow, it is desirable that it be was present mainly as an accent of in the interior.
Gray and lilac
This combination adds elegance and sophistication to the bedroom, and also testifies to the good taste of the owners.
Lilac shades are often found in combined wall decoration. With their help, forms a calm and peaceful atmosphere .
Soft shades of lilac will add light and unobtrusive accents to the interior.
Gray and powdery
Powdery, even as a muted shade of pink, can neutralize the grayness of the interior by adding soft and interesting accents.
Its use will be relevant in such styles as Provence, classic or shabby chic.
To dilute the atmosphere of softness and dreaminess, you can add geometric shapes to the bedroom, for example, round mirrors or diamond-shaped lamps. They will look appropriate even in serene powdery interiors.
To decorate the bedroom, you can use accents with a pink tint or combine gray with a dusty rose in the same ratio: a soft tone allows the latter to be present in the bedroom on an equal footing with gray.
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Suitable interior styles for a gray bedroom
There are many ways to style the gray bedroom according to the requirements of the owners. The most popular styles of interior design are the following areas.
Loft
This style uses unusual textures that are not typical of residential premises: unfinished walls, wooden floors, cracked wooden beams, etc.
Gray is the ideal color for a loft, as its properties fit perfectly into this stylistic direction.
Gray becomes the base color for the industrial design of the loft, which gravitates towards concrete and steel surfaces.
Gray tiled walls and brickwork will look appropriate in the interior. They will serve as an excellent background for large wooden furniture, made in muted colors.
Minimalism
For minimalism, gray is used as often as for the loft. This is due to the fact that gray tones embody neutrality, calmness and simplicity, which is the basis of minimalist interiors.
This design of does not require color accents and additional parts . It will be enough to place a bed, cabinets and a wardrobe of basic tones.
Only natural materials are chosen for the gray bedroom.
On the south side, it is recommended to give preference to soft silver tones, which will help to make the room more voluminous and, at the same time, control the flow of sunlight.
Hi-tech
This interior solution is the epitome of modernity and sophistication. Gray color goes well with this style and dominates the design of a technological interior.
The bedroom is decorated as a gray monochrome and then diluted with different textures and furniture.
Light gray color is best for the walls, while textiles are chosen from darker shades.
Decor in steel color will help emphasize the severity and conciseness of monochrome.
Furniture in gray tones is selected based on the rules of strict geometry.
Scandinavian
For a Scandinavian bedroom, gray is usually the base color for wall decoration. However, it rarely becomes monochrome.
Usually gray walls are combined with white furniture, bright textiles with ornaments and various surfaces made of light wood.
Art Nouveau
This style is characterized by the use of natural colors, interesting decor and flowing shapes.
All this can be realized in a gray bedroom: the walls are decorated in a dark gray tone, which is matched by a gray or brown bed made from natural wood species.
With decor should be bright and interesting , reminiscent of works of art and stand out against the gray background.
Modern
In modern interiors, gray usually coexists with other neutral shades: beige, white, light brown.
The use of this color scheme allows you to make the interior calm and peaceful.
Modern bedroom does not welcome monochrome , so gray here can be one of the tones in combination with other colors.
For example, it is often chosen to decorate an accent wall, and for this purpose, designers are advised to choose darker shades.
Bedroom decoration ideas in gray
The gray color palette is quite versatile, and therefore it allows you to create many options for decorating the bedroom. Each surface has its own rules in this case.
Walls
Walls in the gray bedroom can be decorated with plaster, wood, stone, brickwork, wallpaper or decorative panels based on the chosen interior style.
Walls should match the floor or be a few shades lighter. This will ensure that the transition is correct and will form the desired visual perception of the interior.
A classic combination for a gray bedroom is considered to be anthracite floors and gray walls, made in cool colors.
An accent wall can be decorated with decorative bricks. It can range from neutrals like white to interesting color accents like red brickwork.
The first option should be preferred by owners of dimly lit bedrooms, while the second is suitable for those with bright lighting.
Floor
It is recommended to choose the floor covering in a color that differs from the furniture. For him, the use of parquet boards, carpet, linoleum or tiles is acceptable.
The color scheme depends on the shade of the wall. The most common option is the choice of light walls at the same time as a dark floor .
Another common idea is gray laminate.
A gray bedroom with a gray floor visually forms a complete room , in which there are no transitions.
On the one hand, it helps to visually enlarge the space, on the other hand, it can make it too monotonous. Therefore, in this case, he will need additional bright decor.
Ceiling
Ceiling is usually made a couple of shades lighter than with walls. For finishing, whitewashing, painting is selected, the use of tension structures is also allowed.
A suitable option for a gray bedroom would be to choose glossy surface , which will show a reflective effect.
Suspended ceilings also look appropriate in the interior, however, in the case of laconic gray , multi-level structures are not welcome.
In spacious rooms it is acceptable to use several levels used for zoning. However, in small rooms, the presence of structures of different heights contributes to the weighting and darkening of the interior.
In these bedrooms, choose glossy textures that reflect light, which visually enlarges the space.
Monochrome gray design with complex structures is more suitable for large spaces.
Bedroom furniture in gray tones
The chosen stylistic direction largely determines the features of furniture arrangement. The furniture in the bedrooms is always the same, regardless of the chosen color scheme.
So, in the room you need to place a bed, a cabinet and a wardrobe. If the size of the room allows, it is permissible to put a chest of drawers, a dressing table and an armchair.
Furniture of almost any shade is suitable for a gray bedroom.
White furniture
This design option would be appropriate for interiors in dark gray tones . A gray bedroom looks good with white furniture: such designs against the background of gray walls look lighter and more compact.
White and gray go well together, creating a classic bedroom interior.
Gray furniture
Gray furniture in the bedroom creates a monochrome concept. By adding a classic bed and bedside tables with a graphite or gray tint, an elegant and aristocratic interior is formed.
For a gray bedroom, choose gray furniture with dark tones and textures that stand out.
Suitable headboard options are velvet, leather or wood options that look great against light gray walls.
If the walls are matte dark gray, furniture with a high-gloss grey-white front will be suitable furniture.
If the walls are light gray and with a subtle sheen, anthracite matt options are worth checking out.
Light furniture
Light furniture looks good against light or dark gray walls. So, the use of a cabinet with a pearl facade and a glossy surface will create an original look in the room.
Gray watercolor furniture helps visually enlarge the space of . Light furniture adds light and air to small bedrooms, which is especially important for small spaces.
Dark furniture
In gray bedrooms, brown or black furniture would be appropriate.
Best placed against neutral walls. The formation of a dark contrast against a basic gray background will be a spectacular technique when organizing zoning using furniture.
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It is worth giving preference to dark furniture in cases where the bedroom has light walls, otherwise the space will look too gloomy.
It is also important to remember that the use of dark furniture in small rooms reduces the free space, and therefore it should be placed only in large bedrooms.
Lighting for a gray bedroom
Gray bedrooms require layered warm lighting. In such a space, cold light can create a feeling of non-residential space, which will not contribute to comfort and relaxation.
A crystal chandelier can be placed in the center of the room - this will diversify the gray monochrome.
Spots and spotlights should be used as local lighting.
Glass chrome lamps placed on bedside tables will look interesting.
Features of the choice of textiles for the bedroom in gray colors
The presence of a large amount of gray must be diluted with bright bed linen . It is worth paying attention to monochromatic sets of burgundy, green or heather.
The bed can be decorated with iridescent fabric cushions.
Which curtains to choose
Curtains made of natural fabric look great in gray monochrome, which will be identical in color to the wall decoration.
Lightweight silk or satin fabrics are suitable. It is permissible that they be several tones darker than the walls.
Curtains made of translucent textiles with metal ties will look original, emphasizing the features of a gray interior.
At the same time, it is important that curtains, bedspreads and other textiles are made in the same color .
If the entire interior is done in monochrome gray tones with gray furniture, you can choose curtains with a small geometric pattern. This will add spice and originality to the room.
Given the presence of gray and dark furniture, it is worth giving preference to light curtains.
Tips for choosing bedspreads
Looks good in gray bedrooms Geometric floral print bedspreads .
Gray is the perfect backdrop for bright accents. In such an interior, bedspreads made in muted pinks, turquoise, mint and red shades will look good.
Essentials in a nutshell
- The walls are designed to match the flooring or a few shades lighter. This will form the correct transition and ensure the visual uniformity of the space.
- In gray bedrooms, you can decorate accent walls with decorative trim , for example with decorative bricks.
Neutral trim colors like white are used in dimly lit rooms, while brighter accents are best for well-lit rooms. - Gray bedroom with gray flooring creates a sense of integrity and enhances the space visually. However, such a technique can make the room monotonous, and therefore in this case additional bright decor is required.
- All textile elements: curtains, bedspreads, rugs, pillows should be done in one color . If it matches the background, then it should be a gray color that differs by several shades from the design of the room in order to visually delimit the space.
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Numerous shades of color, which are obtained by diluting white with black, are a favorite palette of designers. It is on the basis of this range that you can create compositions in almost any style, and at the same time give the room a unique personality.
A special gloss that satisfies aesthetic needs and airiness that sets you up for relaxation - these two necessary qualities for a bedroom are achieved when decorating the interior in gray tones.
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Gray for every taste
Experts advise caution in using dark colors in the design of gray bedrooms. One more postulate: regardless of whether gray is the background color or the main accent lies on it, it definitely needs a partner. For lovers of minimalism, it can be white or black, for others, any colors chosen with taste, the shade of which should be an order of magnitude richer, will do.
Monochrome gray will appeal to conservatives, contrasting solutions using two or three tones will require thoughtful combination and will suit fans of abstractions and visual effects.
There are a number of generally accepted recommendations about the effect of various combinations on mood, which can be guided by checking their correctness, taking into account your own feelings.
So, it is believed that rooms in which the main color is gray in association with metal and stone evoke a sense of security.
Gray with blue inspires peace, with green - restores strength, with yellow - warms, with red - kindles passion. It is believed that the combination of gray and purple causes anxiety and depression, but this statement is not true for everyone.
Design details
The two main factors to consider when choosing a color for decorating a room are its lighting and size. The darker and the smaller the room. The lighter the shades of gray should be.
Saturated gray is used with white, moreover, it should be more in proportion. Such bedrooms, strictly designed in two colors, have a unique gloss and create a feeling of perfect cleanliness. Bedrooms in white-gray design should not be overloaded with furniture and decor.
Unlike contrasting black and white combinations, the use of bright spots of the third color is unacceptable here.
Muted light tones of brown or light wood are preferable. As an addition to the gray-white palette, you can use black, but in a small amount.
For lovers of black furniture, there is no alternative to gray wall finishes. Mixed styles are on the crest of modern fashion. In the bedroom, dry high-tech gray and black can be diluted with natural wood in the form of flooring or furniture, which will bring a touch of warmth and comfort. Different shades of brown are used for the same effect.
Interior styles with gray
Loft-style bedroom with one of the walls covered with embossed plaster can be done in metallic and darker shades of gray.
Vintage decor in silver and natural stones, together with large mirrors, takes on a special sophisticated look in a monochrome gray finish. Matte furniture will complement the perfection of style.
Blackout gray curtains in the bedroom deserve special mention, they look elegant in combination with white light fabrics and make it possible to darken the room.
For lovers of vintage style, blue and gray, or combinations of blue, white and gray are also suitable.
Light gray monochrome combined with dark gray furniture provides an ideal setting for bright decor with an abstract or ethnic pattern.
Gray is also a constant component of the contemporary style. Due to its perfect compatibility with other colors, it is indispensable for zoning the interior. Putting accents with bright and contrasting accessories is another feature of this style, and gray can serve as a great backdrop for such solutions.
In the same functional style, gray is combined with muted tones of red, blue, green and lilac. The design of the gray bedrooms in the photo is made in the budget version of the contemporary and helps to navigate the choice of the second color.
The classic style cannot be complete without the use of purple and pink in the design of the bedrooms, which are finished in light gray tones.
