10 Best Blue Paint Colors for the Bedroom

These blue paints are soothing and serene

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Ashley Knierim
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Ashley Knierim

Ashley Knierim is a home decor expert and product reviewer of home products for The Spruce. Her design education began at a young age. She has over 10 years of writing and editing experience, formerly holding editorial positions at Time and AOL.

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Updated on 08/17/21
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Blue is an incredibly versatile color. Depending on the shade, it can be welcoming or cool, tranquil or moody, dramatic or subdued. The hue is ideal for a bedroom, where it can add color while creating a serene atmosphere. When it comes to selecting the perfect shade of blue paint, it’s easy to become overwhelmed by choice. From the palest ice to the darkest navy, there are thousands of shades to choose from. In the bedroom, they work well on the walls and even the ceiling, as well as on furniture.

  • Color Family: Blue
  • Complementary Colors: Orange
  • Pairs Well With: Cream, beige, white, yellow, green
  • Mood: Calming, tranquil, relaxing, comfortable, friendly
  • Where to Use: Bedroom walls, accent wall, ceiling, furniture

Here are 10 blue paint colors that work well for a variety of bedroom styles.

  • 01 of 10

    Magnolia Under the Stars

    Magnolia Under the Stars paint swatch

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    Bright, bold blues aren't for everyone's design tastes, but they can add depth and look endlessly sophisticated. Magnolia's Under the Stars is a deep blue with green undertones that works beautifully in a bedroom, either on an accent wall or throughout the whole room. Pair this rich color with neutrals or pure white to keep your bedroom from feeling overwhelming or dark.

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    Valspar Dutch Licorice 4008-4C

    Valspar Dutch Licorice paint swatch

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    If you are drawn to rich, dark colors, you'll love Valspar's Dutch Licorice. This blue paint almost appears black. It is perfect for large bedroom suites as well as for quaint guest rooms. We recommend this chalky deep blue on accent walls, or you can even consider painting a rich paint stripe down a cool white wall for instant design flair.

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    Sherwin Williams Atmospheric SW 6505

    Sherwin-Williams Atmospheric paint swatch

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    Sherwin Williams' Atmospheric is a light, airy blue that will open up a small bedroom and lend a restful, calming feel to larger spaces. This clear blue is ideal for light and bright accent decor. And it pairs well with white molding, along with light wood furniture pieces.

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    Benjamin Moore Gray Wisp 1570

    Benjamin Moore Gray Wisp paint swatch

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    Gray is another popular, soothing color for bedrooms, and Benjamin Moore's Gray Wisp is the ideal blend of both gray and blue. This cool blue is incredibly muted and great for minimalist or modern bedrooms that need just a little hint of color. But it's also a timeless cool neutral that won't look out of place in your decor anytime soon.

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    The Spruce Blue Marlin SPR-16

    The Spruce Best Home Paint Blue Marlin swatch

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    For the perfect middle ground between barely there blues and deep color, we love The Spruce's Blue Marlin. This medium blue has solid gray undertones and is perfect for nearly every bedroom style. We also like this muted blue for modern nurseries and children's rooms, as it's simple and soothing. It even can remain the perfect neutral canvas as the decor in the child's room changes as they grow.

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    Benjamin Moore Stained Glass CSP-685

    Benjamin Moore Stained Glass paint swatch

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    We love Benjamin Moore's Stained Glass because it's a rich, bold blend of blue and green. This shade works well in large primary bedrooms where it won't feel overpowering. It also can be used as an accent wall behind a bed for a great pop of color. Keep bed linens light and neutral to prevent the color from feeling too dark and overpowering, especially if you paint it on all the walls.

    Tip

    Many real estate associations, including the National Association of Home Builders, have classified the term "master bedroom" as discriminatory. "Primary bedroom" is the name now widely used among the real estate community and better reflects the purpose of the room.


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    Farrow & Ball Cabbage White No. 269

    Farrow + Ball Cabbage White paint swatch

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    If you love decorating with white in the bedroom, you will appreciate Farrow & Ball's Cabbage White. This cool, crisp blue is almost white, but its subtle hint of color places it firmly in the blue category. The fresh, bright color would pair well with fabrics of the same tone in deeper shades.

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    Benjamin Moore Utah Sky 2065-40

    Benjamin Moore Utah Sky paint swatch

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    Perfect for children's bedrooms or primary suites that could use a burst of color, Benjamin Moore's Utah Sky is not a shy hue. This bright medium blue is packed with pigment and is a great paint for those who want to create a statement in their room. If you don't like the idea of going bold on all your walls, use it as an accent wall behind the bed where the headboard can break up the color a bit.

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    Valspar Memorybook Blue 4007-5C

    Valspar Memorybook Blue paint swatch

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    We adore Valspar's Memorybook Blue because it's a traditional, tranquil blue with cool, pale undertones. It pairs well with a variety of decor styles. The color looks just as great in a midcentury modern bedroom as it does in a shabby chic, farmhouse-inspired space. It will make white trim and doors pop, and it looks nice with natural wood tones.

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    Benjamin Moore Ocean Spray 2047-60

    Benjamin Moore Ocean Spray paint swatch

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    Whether you have a beach-themed guest room or you want to bring hints of the ocean into your own bedroom, we love Benjamin Moore's Ocean Spray. This cool blue is luminescent and evokes beach house feels in any room. Pair it with crisp white curtains and trim, as well as white and sandy linens, to solidify the beachy theme.

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