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42 Gorgeous Grey Bedrooms

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The colour of the moment, grey is everything you want it to be in almost any living space. Compatible with living rooms, kitchens, and bathrooms, it’s only natural that its powers would work beautifully in a bedroom. These forty grey bedrooms show the stretch of grey across a range of themes and colour solutions. Often paired with brighter reds, oranges or purples, its muted hues complement and contrast over a variety of design solutions. Whether for a couple, bachelor or bachelorette, each of these designs delivers to their desired end – pampering, relaxation, or a good night’s sleep – with grey as their hero.

Patterned to perfection, this grey bedroom uses stripes, hexagons and concrete to provide a canvas for autumnal hues. Bright copper pendant lights and olive green are set upon by pops of yellow, blue and black in a rug and ornaments.

The modern industrial is exemplified in upper concrete walling and simple grey bedding. A wooden floor adds warmth, as a glass walk-in wardrobe mirrors more grey.

Monochromatic is not just black and white. This statement space juxtaposes grey and white in wall panelling, bedside fixtures, distressed wood and seven art forms.

Grey is the ideal minimalist hue. This space highlights its charm under panelled LED lighting and simple block furniture.

Green-grey tones add and remove emphasis in this bedroom. Abstract art over a concrete wall helps to center the space, symmetry created by two small side tables at either side of the bed. A leather chair and rug add cozy casual appeal.

Textures dominate this muted space, made resplendent by hanging globe pendant lights. Mirrored by a bedside bauble vase, grey strikes in a feature wall and joinery. Differing woods line the rest. The dark bedroom chair adds some contrast to the whole setup.

A grey feature wall is powerful, not overpowering. A geometric headboard acts the focal point, while grey bedding comforts white drop lighting, patterned wooden floors and two beige chairs.

Yet another one that uses cool geometric patterns on the headboard side to good effect.

Lending the masculine, grey wows in matte walls, a corrugated hanging light and complementary bedding. A row of white books and distressed abstract even out this grey and beige space.

A loftier respite is offered by grey and wood. Wooden Roman blinds reveal concrete and wooden stairs, culminating in a black futon bed. Monochromatic art ties it together.

Sprigs of fresh tulips add life to this three-panelled headboard, acting as a background. Matched by mirrors on either side, grey and green clothe the bed in natural tones.

The eclectic shines in top-to-toe grey walls, some matte, some concrete. Light grey windows open up a series of picture frames, wooden chest and table, and potted cacti. The industrial desk chair you see here is the Tolix armchair.

Grey and red intersect beautifully in this space for desire. Striped with a rose-red headboard and throw, grey wooden walls show off abstract art and add diamonds to the rug below.

Grey and purple play off one another in a room lit by a silver chandelier. A plum feature wall leads to violet bedding, curtains and an aubergine rug. Grey fills the spaces in between, adding character in a chaise lounge. We love how everything melds really well here (even the vanity chair!).

Lighter shades of pastel add decorum in this Florentine-patterned space, perfect for pampering. A violet chair matches a throw, while a grey rug and wallpaper align with a headboard and white drop chandeliers.

Grey makes the space larger, through walls headed by white textured panels. Mirrors either side reflect grey walls and framing curtains, doubling the space on either side.

Grey and black alternate using the tiling effect on the central wall. Placed on black wooden flooring, a grey rug picks up light, allowing a brown-and-beige bed to invite.

This 60’s style bedroom is light and bright, as afforded by the help of grey. The bedroom chandelier drops down from the ceiling like a sculpture. White chiffon curtains, a textured wall decoration and feature wall create spaces. A touch of grey bedding denotes the centre.

Greys and purples meet again in this multi-hued bedroom, lacquered and ornate. Grey provides a light central panel, turning purple on the sides. Purple-hued browns adorn the floor and leather chair, while a grey clock pops above central yellow cushions.

Grey denotes softness, in contrast to black and white. This multi-monochromatic space offers grey relief in a soft rug, duvet, and glass wall panel, while black, white and wood frame the rest.

Grey and orange are a perfect pairing in this modern space, offering warmer tones. Grey evokes calm in a feature wall and bedding, while wood and pumpkin invite autumn siestas.

Grey’s cool allows yellow’s sophistication in this bold bedroom. Framing the central feature, grey chairs and an ottoman play with charcoal and white on a wooden floor.

Grey and pink offer the feminine in a couple’s bedroom. Grey stripes the walls and bedding, while pink adds detail, a black rug grounding.

Grey lends the kitsch elegance, in this grey and white space. Grey frames a crochet print and bed under, while white gets fresh in bedding and curtains. Pastels and metallics draw the eye.

Grey emanates the modern and clean. A side wall, bedding and side table in grey meet a beige headboard and monochromatic canvas, in this unisex space.

The rectangle patterned headboard extends to the ceiling to neatly partition the bedroom into a sleeping space and a dressing space.

Shapes, rather than colours, dominate this grey space. A chequered feature wall leads to an oblong bed space, matched by a cylindrical bedside lamp and table.

Green and grey culminate in a central, minimalist futon bed. Exploding in feature wall textures, grey shines in the wardrobe glass. A green-grey shagpile creates softness.

A grey inlet shines in this space, as framed by white walls. Wooden floors offer a base to an L-shaped bedside table, window seat and bed, dressed in – you guessed it – a myriad of grey tones.

This minimalist grey bedroom is a darker space for sleeping. Wedged between floor-length mirrors and grounded on wood, a sprig of flowers gives contrast.

Perfect for a couple, this grey and white room focuses on clean lines. Simple charcoal pinstripes adorn a white wall and curtains, while grey oscillates between dark and light.

Light and bright, this space only softly touches grey. Glowing lamps on a white bedside bench herald a soft space for sleeping, amongst white and swan grey.

Grey and wood make a statement with a panelled wall and glossy dark-wood floors. Two monochromatic prints stand out above glowing curve lights, drawing the viewer in.

Grey and white evoke a relaxed feel, backgrounded by taupe cotton panelling. Letting in light from a floor-length window, grey, brown, white and taupe are sun and lamp-lit. A beige woollen rug keeps them company.

Grey and wood alternate in this industrial space, built for a bachelor. Rough wooden bedframes, window seats and a feature wall are joined by a grey headboard panel, walls, bedding and cylindrical lighting. LED lights frame the scene.

Another bedroom for a bachelor, charcoal and wood room here form the slick. Adorned with a racing car over a striking wooden panel, charcoal panelled walls match a plush rug and soft bedding.

Eclecticism is muted by grey in a half-wall, quilted chair and charcoal bedding. Dots connect to photos and memories on grey, while wooden walls and flooring sidle next to a stack of books.

Grey becomes warmer in this brown and grey bedroom. Shrouded in semi-lined grey wallpaper, warm chocolate bedding, a chair and wooden elements create cosiness between lighting.

Grey and pastels mix beautifully together, as this sleeping space shows. Light grey walls and a matching headboard are popped by hues of mint, baby pink and blue to add the feminine. Intersecting sepia portraits and bedside dandelions provide delicacy.

Almost green, this grey and beige bedroom looks different closer in. Dangling white bauble lights glow on a grey rug and charcoal walling. Beige and white bedding with light-wood fixtures rest beside bedside tables. An olive chair adds a finishing touch.

You can hear the sea in this oceanic bedroom, heralded by a painting in blue. Grey velvet bedding and quartered carpets mark the space beneath a multitude of black and white hanging lights. And just look at those beautiful wall sconces!

A touch of honey is all it took to liven up this grey space, resplendent in honeycomb patterning. Grey and honey mix with black and white to add colour and texture to different living areas.


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26 Grey Bedroom Ideas - Grey Bedroom

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Thought grey had had its day? Think again, it’s become the go-to neutral and is perfect to use in a bedroom due to its calming properties and ability to go with so many other colours.

Grey bedrooms are certainly not waning in popularity, so whether you want to go dark and moody, light and ethereal, patterned or plain, there is something to suit all styles. And don’t just think about the walls, you can introduce grey with a bed, blinds and curtains, wardrobes and soft furnishings too.

Check out some of our favourite grey bedroom ideas to inspire your next makeover...

Paint & Paper Library

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PAINT A FAUX HEADBOARD

A great way to zone a space and create a faux headboard is with paint. To recreate this clever yet simple grey bedroom idea, simply mark out where the bed is going to go and outline with a pencil where you want the 'headboard' to be. Use masking tape to keep the paint from blurring, and just paint in the square. Continue the line down onto the skirting board for a designer finish.

Top Tip: To build up a tonal grey bedroom scheme, choose a paler grey on the rest of the walls.

Pictured: Ceiling: Slate II, Walls: Slate IV, Headboard: Sharkskin, all Pure Matt Emulsion, £51 for 2. 5 ltrs, Paint & Paper Library

Farrow & Ball

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DRAMATIC GREY

For a dramatic grey bedroom, paint panelling in deep grey to create a warm and cocooning feel. The stunning lamp and brass details on the black metal bed set it off perfectly and add shine, adding to the cosy feel. A traditional dark oak floor adds warmth and gives an aura of permanence. Painting the picture frame in the same colour as the wall means the image stands out.

Top Tip: Recreate the panelled look with wallpaper. For example, try the Contemporary Wood Panel Wallpaper from I Love Wallpaper or this beautiful Marble Wood Panel Effect Wallpaper from World of Wallpaper.

Pictured: Railings Modern Eggshell, Farrow & Ball

Carpetright

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FROM THE GROUND UP

Introduce grey into your bedroom with carpet. It’s a great base for so many colour schemes, either bold or subtle. This colour carpet is durable as it won’t show the dirt and it has a textured look that adds another dimension – it's soft underfoot and adds a cosy feel to the room.

'Grey has consistently been one of the most popular home decorating shades over the last decade, and it shows no sign of slowing down any time soon,' says Jemma Dayman, Carpets Buyer at Carpetright. 'Given that the bedroom is our sanctuary, a calm space where we retreat to for rest, recuperation and to recover, it’s no surprise that this soothing neutral hue is our go-to colour choice.'

Top tip: Don’t forget to invest in good quality underlay, as this will not only increase insulation but also reduce wear over time and create an even softer feel underfoot.

Pictured: Super Sublime Saxony Carpet in Midnight Tonal, House Beautiful collection at Carpetright

Cole & Son

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PANEL GAME

Pale grey is such a great colour for cupboards as it's calming and softer than stark white. To recreate this grey bedroom idea, add patterned wallpaper in the panels to create interest and give the room a French boudoir look.

Top Tip: An alternative to wallpapering in the panels, is to use a different coloured paint or stencil a design on them.

Pictured: Feather Fan wallpaper in Soft Olive, from Cole & Son. A similar paint colour is Inox from Little Greene.

Dreams

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COORDINATING GREYS

A coordinated, all-grey bedroom scheme can look elegant, cosy and cocooning. This works by focusing on neutral palettes and layering materials and textures (sumptuous velvet works great here) to ensure the bedroom remains inviting. Matching bedside tables and storage benches maintain a cohesive look.

Pictured: Neva Velvet Finish Upholstered Ottoman Bed Frame, Neva Bedside Table with USB, Neva Blanket Box, all from the House Beautiful collection at Dreams

Surface View

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PAINT EFFECT

Paint effects, and particularly concrete effects, are big news at the moment, and this beautiful mural is a case in point. It looks a bit like raw plaster or an abstract painting but it brings grey and navy blue together in a fabulous way and really makes an impression. They are custom printed to your measurements, so there is no wastage.

Pictured: Waterfall in a High Mountain Mural by Tao Gu from the Ashmolean Museum Collection. Surface View

Dreams

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SCANDI GREY

Introduce Scandi vibes into your bedroom by working with a neutral colour palette. Greys and off-whites, alongside wood, will create a restful space. This sleek bed frame is inspired by the Scandi trend with a grey velvet upholstered headboard, dark wood-effect frame and raised, angled feet.

Pictured: Florence Upholstered Ottoman Bed Frame, from the House Beautiful collection at Dreams

The French Bedroom Company

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PANTONE COLOUR OF THE YEAR

This year there are two 'It' colours, Ultimate Grey and Illuminating; a solid grey and vibrant yellow. It's a stunning combination too – the cool neutral of the grey then a hit of bright yellow really makes it sing.

Top Tip: Painting the bed a different grey to the wall panelling behind makes it stand out but continues the colour theme.

Pictured: Chartreuse yellow velvet quilted bedspread, The French Bedroom Company

Button & Sprung

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BUILD UP YOUR COLOUR STORY

To introduce grey to a plain bedroom, start with the bed. A tall headboard has impact and immediately anchors the space. Then adding grey prints above create symmetry. Add a bold grey and white patterned curtain, grey cushions and throws, and a black pendant light for a complete look.

Top tip: Siting a bed between two windows gives it a frame and makes it easier to create your look.

Pictured: Lavender double divan, Button & Sprung

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LEADING GREY

In a bedroom, go for a strong architectural grey, like Plummett, which offers an industrial, modern feel and intensifies in colour in smaller spaces. White bedding creates a crisp contrast, while yellow accents complements the grey perfectly.

Pictured: Plummett No.272, Farrow & Ball

Dreams

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PINK AND GREY

Soft grey and pink is a winning combination in the bedroom, creating a stylish space that is still calm and inviting. If you have the space, an ottoman like this at the end of the bed is so useful. It's great for storing spare bedding, cushions, or even your nightwear, and it doubles up as a bench, too.

Pictured: Grove Velvet Finish Upholstered Ottoman Bed Frame and Grove Grey Blanket Box, both from the House Beautiful collection at Dreams

Noa & Nani

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GREEN AND GREY

Grey and green is a great combination to bring the colours of nature into the home. The chalky matte green walls contrasts perfectly with this soft grey bed frame. To elevate this grey bedroom idea, add a striking tall houseplant, which will also help to create a calm environment.

Pictured: Dorchester king size bed in Silk Grey, Noa and Nani

My Fitted Bedroom

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MAKE USE OF ALCOVES

Storage is so important in the bedroom and if you have alcoves like this, it’s the perfect place for wardrobes. These are fitted but if you have inherited some, why not paint them grey? It will add depth to your colour scheme. Then pick up the colour in the carpet. This also shows how well grey goes with sage green – a hot colour trend this year.

'In the bedroom grey is a particularly versatile shade – something that is especially important if you are investing in larger pieces of bedroom furniture like a bed frame or fitted furniture,' says Megan Baker, Head of Design at My Fitted Bedroom. 'From soft dove to charcoal to granite, grey provides a warming and more modern alternative to white or wood effect furniture.'

Pictured: Sophia fitted wardrobes in Pewter, My Fitted Bedroom

Hillarys

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THINK ABOUT THE WINDOWS

Pale grey shutters look so elegant in this bedroom, filtering the light beautifully. They fit neatly into the recess leaving room for a small window seat. Leave the shutters open during the day and close them at night. For this grey bedroom idea, the pearl grey shade of the shutters sits perfectly with the blue and cream colour scheme in the rest of the room.

'Your bedroom is a space you want to feel calm and safe, and grey is a neutral shade which can offer this. Any window covering is an investment, especially shutters, so make the right decision with colour and how it complements your colour scheme,' says Victoria Walker, product manager at Hillarys. 'Grey is a timeless colour but there are many tones to choose from. Lighter shades offer a cooler, fresher space whereas darker greys and charcoal tones can do the opposite. Choosing the right shade also depends if you want your window covering to blend in or become a feature in the room.'

Pictured: Storm Grey full height shutters, House Beautiful collection at Hillarys

Crown

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PERSONAL TOUCH

This is a great pink and grey bedroom idea, as it still looks stylish and doesn't overwhelm the space. In this predominantly pink room, splodges of dark grey have been painted onto the wall in a random pattern. It’s easy to do and adds personality. Buy a grey stool to pull the scheme together.

Pictured: Hare (pink) and City Break (grey) matt emulsion, from Crown

Dunelm

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IN THE FRAME

If you want a grey bedroom scheme but you think dark walls aren’t for you, why not paint the door and window frames to add a ‘frame’ to the room and a backdrop to the furniture? Your eye is drawn to it as soon as you walk in the room. Then add plain grey curtains that seem to disappear when they are open, attached to a black pole.

Pictured: Farrah Palm Leaf Ceiling Fitting Gold, Matilda Dove Grey Bed, Amazonia Toile Duvet Cover Set, Farrah Palm Leaf Touch Table Lamp, Hannah Mini Oyster Chest, Medallion Cotton Rug, Grey Isla Chair, all Dunelm

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METALLIC ACCENTS

Looking for a luxe grey bedroom idea? Keep it dark and moody with patterned wallpaper, sumptuous velvets, and metallic accents. The wood flooring brings warmth to this bedroom scheme.

Pictured: Cat-titude 'Savage Shade' wallpaper, Divine Savages

Wallsauce. com

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MAKE A STATEMENT

There has been a huge trend in wall murals in recent years and it’s easy to see why – they make such an impact in a space. This beautiful design features map references, jungle leaves and peacocks, so there is always something to look at, and the greys blend well with natural and taupe colours.

Top tip: You can wrap a room in a mural, but having it on just one wall makes more of a statement.

Pictured: Peacocks Clan 4 mural, Wallsauce.com

Benjamin Moore

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JUST ONE WALL

If you feel grey will dominate your bedroom, just paint one wall and choose a soft, warm charcoal that has a touch of pink in it. Set it off with white painted window frames and a trio of prints, then bring in more grey and pattern with the bedding.

Pictured: Arctic Seal shade with Perspective on the left wall, both flat emulsion, from Benjamin Moore

Loaf

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ADD A RUG

Rather than having everything too matchy matchy, introduce grey as a pale neutral in a bedroom with pink bedlinen. A rug like this one will add texture and warmth just where you need it, and makes getting out of bed a bit more bearable!

Top Tip: If you are laying a rug on bare boards, make sure you put an anti-slip rug gripper underneath it to stop it moving.

Pictured: Wilder bedside rug in grey, Loaf

Little Greene

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FAUX PANELLING

Wall panelling is trending right now and adds an interesting element to a room, giving character to plain walls. If you don’t have panelling, fake it with wallpaper like this lovely design.

Pictured: Old Gloucester Street – Tome, woodwork and floor both painted in French Grey mid 162, Intelligent Eggshell, Intelligent Floor Paint, all from Little Greene

Sharps

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MADE TO MEASURE

Fitted wardrobes aren’t to everyone’s taste but they do make the best use of the space available as they are custom-made to fit. They work particularly well in awkward rooms with lots of angles, such as lofts, and offer a huge amount of storage, which can be tailored to individual needs. This design has a simple Shaker look in a soft grey, adding a timeless quality to the bedroom.

Top tip: Grey and pink work particularly well together creating a peaceful haven.

Pictured: Ascot wardrobes in Slate Grey, Sharps

Arte

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ADD PATTERN

Wallpaper is a great way to add grey to a bedroom, and there are some fantastic designs around. The contrasting lines and colour variations in this geo pattern give an extra dimension to the design, making it look like an optical illusion. It also has a subtle shine which reflects the light. It makes a great backdrop to the bed, and the fur throw and cushions look SO luxurious.

Pictured: Unite 80602 Oculaire wallcovering, Arte

The French Bedroom Company

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INVEST IN NEW SOFT FURNISHINGS

If you want to introduce grey into your bedroom, why not buy some new accessories? This sumptuous throw and Hummingbird cushions work perfectly with the French-style furniture as they both have a faded, vintage look. And they work perfectly with plain white bedlinen too.

Pictured: Hummingbird boudoir cushion, Peachskin quilted bedspread in French Grey, both from The French Bedroom Company

Furniture & Choice

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GALLERY WALL

Use artwork to introduce grey into your bedroom. Use black and white images and place the frames together in a grid above the bed, choose different sizes and you could even mix up the frames – black, white and natural – for an eclectic look. Then build on the look with a grey chunky throw, rug and black and cream cushions.

Top Tip: Make sure the spacing between the frames is even and not too far apart, 4-5cm is a good gap.

Pictured: Walkworth bed, Furniture & Choice. Find prints and frames at Desenio.

Mabel Home and Lighting

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LIGHTING MATTERS

Why not use grey lighting as your starting point? Sophisticated grey glass globes add subtle colour in a bedroom and are a classic design. Match the ceiling pendant to a table lamp, then your bedlinen can follow suit.

Pictured: The Montpelier Ceiling pendant, £ 80 and Bishopston table lamp, £30, Mabel Home and Lighting

Bedroom in gray tones: photo of modern interior design ideas

How to create a fun base for a bedroom from shades of one of the most neutral colors.

Publication date: 03.11.2019

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Gray interiors are not boring, they look dignified and expensive, and in popularity they can only compete with beige ones. And if you're thinking of sticking with achromatic neutrals when looking for the perfect bedroom palette, you're on the right track.

In this post, we explain why a bedroom design in gray tones is good, how to dilute such an environment, how to choose successful tonal combinations for it, and how Russian designers do it.

4 advantages of gray and its shades in the bedroom

1. Organic in apartments and houses of our latitudes, where it is mostly cloudy and not very sunny. A professionally designed interior always takes into account the possibilities of natural light, the view outside the window and the prevailing color of the sky.

Design: Dmitry Kulish, Anna Karpova, Anton Semkin

Design: Svetlana Dikushina

Design: Maxim Prunkov, Alexander Korolev

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2. Loyal to other colors. If you remember the basics of color, shades of gray do not belong to the spectrum, and therefore are combined with any "color" colors - red, green, purple, and so on. In the interior of a bedroom with such a palette, you can safely use multi-color combinations, complement the room with colorful linens or colorful curtains using the ikat technique.

Design: Maxim Prunkov, Alexander Korolev

Design: Maria Pilipenko

3. Do not irritate, help to relax. If you think about the psychology of gray tones, it turns out that they are emotionally neutral, and are usually associated with something calm, comfortable, relaxing. It is pleasant to return to a room decorated in such a palette after an eventful day.

4. Non-marking. nine0022 Actually, a recreation area is a place where dirt does not accumulate too quickly. However, if in the daily rush to forget to brush off the dust from the gray chest of drawers or closet, it will not be very conspicuous.

Design: YoDesign

How to effectively decorate a bedroom in gray: photo + design techniques

In warm shades

Pure, unadulterated gray is extremely rare, and paint, wallpaper, flooring usually has either a warm or cold undertone. If the windows face north or northwest, warm grays with beige or brown tones will help offset the visual chill in the room. nine0003

Design: Maria Makarova

In cool shades

This palette will balance the active light in the morning and at noon in a room with windows to the south or southeast.

And if you decorate the bedroom in gray-blue or, say, gray-lilac, a cheerful palette will help you wake up easily in the morning.

Design: Maxim Gusev, Olga Guseva, Irina Klassen

Design: Julia Kamanina, Anastasia Sizova

Dark


In a room intended for sleeping, it is not necessary to chase after the active lightness of the space: a little twilight would be even more appropriate, especially if someone from the family needs to take a nap for an hour or two during the day. And graphite, ink, coal tones are now just at the peak of popularity.

Design: Olga Mukhina

Photo: saveing.com

With wood

The best design option for those who prefer gray even with a warm undertone is still a bit cold. The texture of the wood will add warmth to the room even if it is also in cool colors.

Design: Alexey Rozenberg

With unusual wallpaper

A complex, catchy or bright pattern or ornament will quickly dilute the monotonous color. nine0003

Design: Anton and Marina Fruktov

Design: Pavel Alekseev

With soft panels on the wall

Let's kill two birds with one stone: a high soft panel will help to soundproof the room a little and level out the visual austerity of the palette.

Design: Julia Akimova

Design: Marina Izmailova

Design: Irina Akimenkova

In a total look palette

Do you remember this Instagram trick, only in white, that Swedish designers used to use in interiors? Totally gray environment - a more practical and relaxed option. When decorating such an interior, use as many different textures as possible, dilute it with white - then the space will turn out to be multi-layered and complete.

Design: Note Design

Design: Faina Town90 Kiyv (behance.net)

How to choose metals for a gray bedroom?

Gold, copper. Unlike wood, warm metals in an environment do not particularly affect its visual temperature, but they will add expression, chic.


Design: Anton Petrov

Design: Art Group

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Pink gold. A fashionable finish that completes the pink/grey bedroom and any modern style room.

Silver, nickel. Lamps, furniture fittings, mirrors and other little things in these finishes will organically complement the bedroom in a gray total look, in a modern classic.

Design: Vera Gerasimova

Ferrous metals. Add contrasts and graphics. nine0003

Design: Anna Pustovoitova, Ekaterina Kovalchuk

Design: Ivan Pozdnyakov

How to complement a gray bedroom?

  • Fabrics with strokes, contrasting stripes, to structure the room with a predominance of a calm mono-color, to give it a rhythm.

Design: Olga Chernenko

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  • Graphics, paintings, art objects in adjacent shades, to complement the existing textures in the interior and visually increase the value of a neutral setting.

Design: Pavel Naumenko, Alexander Kozlov

  • Plants and flowers, to make the room cozier. Alive, artificial, dried - this is already based on personal preferences.

Design: Daria Lyashenko

Design: Alina Lavrenchenko

Bedroom design in gray tones: photo + 4 notes from the pros

1. A single achromatic tone + a small color accent


The customer of architects Dmitry Bykov and Evgenia Furmenkova loves gray - it was “appointed” in the palette of this apartment main. The room for sleeping and relaxing is designed in pearl-gray shades, the walls are complemented by moldings, and a Flos floor lamp, or rather, its half, is even “glued” into one. nine0003

However, the central feature is the play with color. The only colored object here is a flat blue vase, and against the background of a single color, this shade is revealed in full force.

Design: Dmitry Bykov, Evgeniya Furmenkova

2. Textured wall

Architects Maria Serebryanaya and Sergey Makushev created an aristocratic interior in neutral tones with rich textures for a Moscow family. This principle is especially well read in one of the bedrooms, where the wall at the head of the bed was decorated with imitation of three-dimensional prints of leaves. nine0003

Design: Maria Serebryanaya, Sergey Makushev

3. Thundercloud shade + dark moldings

This unusual technique, adding coziness and intimacy to the interior, was created by designer Tatyana Brimmer for the recreation area of ​​her regular customers. By the way, there is no central lighting in the room: only curtain light and pendant lamps by the bed.

4. Gloss and lots of velvet

Designers Oksana Lobanova and Svetlana Zhdanova “collided surfaces in the room that are visually and tactilely contrasting. As a result, the velvet upholstery of the bed and the footboard and the carpet of a similar texture perfectly complemented the wall, finished with glossy panels.

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Gray color in the interior: 90+ photos, design examples

Gray interior features

A number of color nuances:

  • Dark gray tones, in large quantities, tend to make the atmosphere gloomy and too strict, as well as visually reduce the room.
  • Neutral whites, browns or blacks are best suited for color combinations.
  • Gray is an excellent base for creating bright accents. For example, red or orange blotches will look especially juicy against such a neutral background.

Psychology of gray color

Gray color enhances confidence, pragmatism and intelligence in a person. From the point of view of psychology, this color scheme is the personification of calmness, balance and security.

Negative qualities include the possible occurrence of such emotions as feelings of melancholy, fatigue, reduced creativity and increased depression. Neutral light shades are conducive to relaxation and rest.

The photo shows the interior of a teenager's bedroom in the attic, made in gray tones.

Shades of gray

Modern design uses a wide variety of shades, such as pearl grey, metallic, ash, linen, wet asphalt and many other tones, which are the perfect and unobtrusive backdrop for rich accents.

Pictured is warm gray in a Scandinavian style living room.

Especially fresh, stylish and solemn, silver tones look in the room. For those who like a discreet and non-irritating design, light gray colors are perfect. A very spectacular look is distinguished by a graphite shade in a matte finish without too much shine. Such a combination will be an advantageous addition to the chrome parts.

Furniture

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Gray sofa in the interior

An excellent basis for creating a beautiful and bold interior is gray furniture with a fashionable and functional design. A bed in such a noble color scheme will endow a bedroom with a mysterious eclecticism, a chest of drawers or a closet, bring soft elegance to the nursery, and all kinds of furniture sets will make the living room environment more sophisticated and refined. nine0003

A sofa with graphite leather upholstery will be the perfect complement to your decor. Items in the form of tables, chairs and other things can also have black, white, brown or coffee colors. As bright accents, objects in red, green, yellow or red tones are suitable.

The photo shows a white wardrobe in a gray room.

Textile

Restrained beauty, nobility, elegance and solidity, will give the interior a smoky palette. Light gray furnishings in combination with steel or anthracite curtains will create a mysterious and ambiguous atmosphere in the room. To noticeably ennoble the room and endow it with elegance and fashion, tulle, complemented by curtains of slate, mouse, gray or lead color, will allow. nine0003

A gray carpet or a black carpet will become a universal decor, which is a classic and win-win option. When harmoniously combined with the surrounding design, they will make it more holistic and thoughtful.

Pictured is a window in the bedroom, decorated with white tulle curtains with slate-colored curtains.

Finishes and materials

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Gray interior wallpaper

Gray ceiling

Gray doors in the interior

Gray walls look very noble and mysterious, they seem to envelop the room with mist and create a romantic mood. In order to shade the wall covering, it is combined with natural stone, concrete, rough brick or textured plaster.

In a room with rich dark walls, a floor with a more pronounced texture would be appropriate. The most popular materials for flooring are laminate, parquet, linoleum or carpet. nine0003

The photo shows a living room in gray tones with a glossy black stretch ceiling.

Doors in such an interior are most often made in dark gray, classic white, milky or beige colors. Sometimes canvases in light woody shades are used.

Pictured is a dark gray bedroom with hardwood flooring.

Staircase in gray tones, complete with artificial lighting, built-in lights around the perimeter or lamp lighting. Thus, it turns out to make the shape of the steps much more noticeable. nine0003

Pictured is a modern living room design with a light gray marble fireplace.

Rooms in gray tones

Subtleties of color decoration of rooms.

Kitchen

Kitchen space with a predominance of gray tones, helps to focus on the cooking process. This design is reminiscent of a production facility in an upscale restaurant, complete with steel furnishings. A home kitchen equipped with wooden furniture or stone countertops, due to this color scheme, becomes more practical and looks stylish. nine0003

The photo shows gray color in the interior of the neoclassical kitchen.

Living room

In a small living room, warm colors will be an excellent solution, while cool colors will suit a spacious room. A monochrome palette will add some complexity to the setting. The interior can be supplemented with bright accents, in the form of curtains, a sofa with pillows, armchairs and other things.

The photo shows a small guest room in gray and white. nine0003

Bedroom

Light gray colors with a matt or light and silky texture are especially suitable for finishing the bedroom. White or pink accessories will add even more tenderness to the room, and beige or brown elements will fill it with warmth.

Bathroom

This color scheme is quite a practical option for the bathroom, as dirt and stains are less visible on gray surfaces. When choosing a tint solution, pay attention to the dimensions of the room. In a room with a small area, it is better to use light-colored tiles, paint and other finishes, as well as use glossy and mirror surfaces. nine0003

Entrance hall and corridor

This hallway interior looks noble and elegant. Due to the cladding and decor in pearl gray, aluminum or silver tones, it turns out to expand the corridor space and add light to it.

Children's room

Gray wall decoration in combination with light furniture, white ceiling plane and rich inclusions will be a worthy solution for a stylish nursery design. nine0003

Pictured is a children's room with grey-painted walls.

Toilet

The interior of a gray toilet will look much more original with additional contrasting accents, such as colorful mosaics, bright paintings or other decor. Graphite and anthracite shades can decorate one wall in the room. Thus, it will be possible to achieve the correct distribution of light and shadow in space, making it cozier and more organic.

Office

Smoky and steel colors that form a business atmosphere are considered indispensable in the design of the office. The gray-brown combination will give the room a certain solemnity.

Balcony

Light or warm gray as the main background, harmoniously complemented by rich accents in lemon, red or orange. Such a palette is not subject to fading and ultraviolet radiation, therefore it is considered ideal for a loggia. nine0003

Design options

Almost any interior requires the creation of special areas for concentrating attention. Colorful blotches of the opposite color complement the overall picture, making it more balanced. Particularly harmonious grey, combined with wood finishes. It favorably emphasizes the natural texture and links all design elements into a single composition.

The photo shows a gray living room with bright accents, decorated in a loft style. nine0003

A truly aristocratic duo creates gray and gold. For such a combination, more noble silver or pearl tones, which have a barely noticeable shine, are better suited.

The photo shows a design of a living room in gray tones combined with golden decor and curtains.

Decor and Lighting

An interior in this color scheme requires proper lighting in the form of a main central chandelier, floor lamps, decorative and table lamps, sconces, spotlights, spotlights and more. It is desirable if the artificial light is more intense and of high quality, it is better if it has a warm, soft and yellowish glow. nine0003

Add a sparkle to your environment with metallic elements, steel, bronze or copper accessories. Breathe life into the room and decorate the surrounding space with green plants and flowers. For a refined and sophisticated design, glassware, crystal or mother-of-pearl decorations will make the setting shine.

In the photo, the lighting design in the interior of the kitchen-living room in gray-white-brown colors.

What colors does it match?

Companion main colors with which this color scheme is in harmony.

Grey-white

This interior base is a blank canvas for other elements. Basic shades combined with each other can be harmoniously complemented by a wide variety of tones. The combination of soft and natural warm with milky or caramel colors will create a light, unobtrusive atmosphere in the room.

The photo shows the design of a spacious gray and white living room.

Beige and gray combination

A gray-beige combination will provide a calmer and more natural atmosphere, which is suitable for those who seek relaxation and home comfort.

Photo of light gray patterned wallpaper combined with beige furnishings in the living room.

Grey-yellow interior

The ideal color to dilute the monotonous gray interior is yellow. Regardless of the proportions of mixing, these shades are organically combined with each other and fit perfectly into the design of any room. nine0003

Pictured is a smoky bedroom with bright yellow accents.

Pink and gray

Pink on gray will create a romantic and slightly frivolous atmosphere in the room. Such a coloristic solution is appropriate in the design of a women's interior or in the design of a children's room for a girl.

Combination with blue

The classic tandem of blue and gray sets you up for relaxation and rest and therefore fits especially harmoniously into the bedroom, living room or bathroom. nine0003

The photo shows the design of the living room, decorated in gray and blue colors.

Grey-turquoise

Monochrome and muted gray in combination with refreshing turquoise has a very interesting look and is perfect for those who like non-standard interior solutions.

Grey-brown design

This range represents restraint and refined taste. Gray with brown or wenge has a very effective and stylish look, which gives the room a special presentability. nine0003

The photo shows a gray-brown color combination in the interior of a modern kitchen-living room.

Orange

Such a self-contained combination is rarely completed with accent colors. The gray will balance and soothe the orange and make the surrounding design look balanced and organic.

Grey-Green

Natural color duet evokes natural associations. The most beneficial for giving freshness to a monochrome interior is light green, mint or olive. To beat light gray or dark gray colors, a mustard shade will allow. nine0003

Gray Violet

Neutral smoky hue to take the weight off a rich purple. Gray makes an excellent backdrop for luxurious purples or lilacs, which give the setting an interesting and compelling look.

Pictured is a bathroom in graphite with purple accents.

How does it look in different styles?

Some examples of interior design. nine0003

Scandinavian style

Northern European design is mostly done in light gray shades, which are diluted with pure white tones and bleached wood details. Folk decor in the form of woven rugs, knitted textiles or patchwork elements is chosen as bright inclusions.

Pictured is a Scandinavian-style living room done in light gray.

Loft

In the industrial style, the gray range occupies most of the space. Achromatic shades are found in concrete walls, cheap silicate brickwork, hog tiles, metal pipes and other communications. Thanks to the huge window openings, such an environment looks free and spacious. nine0003

Minimalism

This trend is almost impossible to imagine without a gray color palette. Minimalism involves the use of warm and light gray tones as cladding, sofa upholstery, furniture elements and more.

The photo shows a minimalist design of the kitchen in shades of gray.

Hi-tech

For hi-tech, mostly mirrored or plain textures in gray are appropriate. A technological design solution is emphasized by silver or dark gray colors. nine0003

Classic

In a calm and discreet classic interior, gray is equally well suited for wall decoration, furniture items, textiles or fittings. Luxurious furniture, subdued lighting and expensive decor will perfectly match the granite or gray-blue color scheme.

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