14 Best Bedroom Paint Colors for a Relaxing Space

Magnolia Cozy Up

A misty gray paint color like Magnolia's Cozy Up evokes the feeling of a restful rainy day. This warm medium gray plays well with beiges and tans and is a wonderful neutral color itself. Pair it with creamy white trim and warm wood tones for a truly serene gray bedroom.

Farrow & Ball Lulworth Blue No. 89

Farrow & Ball's Lulworth Blue is an incredibly restful calming blue color that pairs well with neutral whites without undertones. It reminds us of a calm day at sea and has an extremely peaceful feeling when painted on walls. Use it with white trim for the feel of a relaxing seaside retreat.

Sherwin-Williams Alabaster SW 7008

Though there are many shades of white we love for a bedroom, Alabaster from Sherwin-Williams is a great choice if your No. 1 goal is tranquility. This warm hue is endlessly creamy and rich and perfectly suited for a great night's sleep. Pair it with other warm colors for a serene feel.

Benjamin Moore Spring Purple 2070-40

Purple can be incredibly regal and chic but also relaxing thanks to its calm blue undertones. Spring Purple from Benjamin Moore is a medium purple shade with slight blue undertones. It's a little muted and perfect for a bedroom that needs a little extra dose of color without overpowering other colors or accents within the space.

Benjamin Moore Soft Sand 2106-60

Many neutrals are incredibly calming. But we love Soft Sand from Benjamin Moore in particular because it adds a layer of soft pink undertones that instantly make a place feel cozier and calmer.

Perfect for small, neutral bedrooms that lack ample natural light, Soft Sand is a wonderful choice if you want to maintain a neutral look without edging on boring.

Magnolia Elemental

Magnolia's Elemental is a warm brown with soft yellow undertones that feels instantly welcoming. It adds personality without feeling too energizing. It's a great way to add an accent wall to your space while maintaining a serene atmosphere. It also can make large bedrooms feel cozier when painted on all the walls.

Sherwin-Williams Rosebay SW 6563

Rosebay from Sherwin-Williams is the boldest hue on this list, but its rosy tones keep it grounded. This pink is on the warm side and pairs well with tans or warm beiges.

If you want to add a little extra depth to your space without going overboard on color, try Rosebay behind your bed or on your interior bedroom door.

Behr Cracked Pepper PPU18-01

Cracked Pepper by Behr is a great choice for a black bedroom because it's deep and dark but not quite pitch black. It has a dusty element to it that keeps it from feeling too heavy. It would work especially well as an accent wall to create extra coziness.

Glidden Spice Cookie PPG1063-2

Peach is another color that proves muted paint colors don't have to be boring. Spice Cookie from Glidden borders on beige but has a little more pizazz. Consider pairing it with rich muted colors, such as clay, for a room full of depth and interest.

Sherwin-Williams Peace Yellow SW 2857

This understated yellow from Sherwin-Williams called Peace Yellow lives up to its name. While yellows are usually bright and attention-grabbing, the muted nature of Peace Yellow brings light into your bedroom without being overpowering. You can even tone it down more by coordinating it with gray accents and bedding.

Farrow & Ball Sugared Almond No. 9913

Sugared Almond from Farrow & Ball is a soft lavender hue that provides a pop of color without feeling overwhelming. This is all thanks to the paint's soft blue undertones, adding an extra layer of tranquility.

Benjamin Moore Peaceful Garden CSP-830

With a name like Peaceful Garden, you know this light green paint from Benjamin Moore will help you relax. If you really want to lean into the natural component of the color, use soft brown and off-white accents throughout your bedroom. These colors pair perfectly with this shade.

Benjamin Moore Ruby Dusk 1267

Ruby Dusk by Benjamin Moore is a muted red shade that can work great in your bedroom. While red is usually considered to be loud, with the right undertones, you can make red feel peaceful. Ruby Dusk, for example, has subtle brown undertones that give it extra depth but make it feel more neutral at the same time.

Farrow & Ball Red Earth No. 64

A beautifully soft terracotta from Farrow & Ball, Red Earth is a grounding hue that is rich in character but subtle in appearance. Farrow & Ball mentions that this color is dynamic in the way it interacts with the lighting throughout the day, becoming deeper and cozier at night. Obviously, this makes it perfect for a relaxing bedroom!