Blue Bedroom Ideas & Inspiration
Soft and soothing or bright and striking, blue remains a popular colour choice for bedrooms, as it can add a touch of luxury or a sense of calm. Whether you prefer a regal jewel tone or a refreshing pastel, spark some inspiration with these blue bedroom design ideas.
Left: Powder Blue, Right: Duck Egg
Why is blue a good colour for a bedroom?
Refreshing and elegant, blue is a perfect colour choice for a bedroom. Due to its associations with nature, a blue bedroom will instantly create a serene, restful space influenced by tropical coastlines and clear summer skies. According to colour psychology, blue provides calm, relaxation and reduces stress. Light blues are airy and refreshing, while darker blues are intimate and create a sense of security.
We’ve selected our favourite blue shades and complementary colours to help you create your own blue bedroom themes.
What colours go with blue?
Blue is also a popular choice due to its versatility. For a bold, statement bedroom, try complementary colours like red-orange Terracotta and blue-green Seascape. Warm yellow and cool deep blue will also work as a striking contrast. Try blue with blushed pink, off-white or grey for a more subtle pairing.
Left: Seascape, Right: Pacific State
Dark blue bedroom ideas
A navy blue bedroom is the height of sophistication. Often mistaken as dark and oppressive, a dark blue bedroom can make the space cocooning and intimate, especially when softened with off-white or cream. We recommend pairing a moody jewel tone, like Odyssey or Cobalt, with a classic, grey-toned white like Steamed Milk, or a rich mustard yellow like Dijon.
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Left: Cobalt, Right: Blueprint
Light blue bedroom ideas
Light, airy and beautifully delicate, a duck egg blue bedroom is perfect if you love cottagecore or coastal interiors. Our crisp Duck Egg is a soothing pastel that effortlessly reflects light, turning your bedroom into a sun-drenched haven. Try pairing this shade with warm woods and natural textures for a beach house vibe. For something more playful, add pops of hot pink and sunshine yellow alongside funky florals and gold accents.
If you’re looking for just a spot of colour, we recommend using our Furniture Paint to upcycle Windsor chairs or dressers in our soft pastel Blue Sky.
Left: Duck Egg by @louisashome, Right: Blue Sky chair, Tyne Fog wall
Best blues for north-facing bedrooms
North-facing bedrooms receive the least amount of light, meaning that you should opt for blues with green or red undertones, or a deeper, more saturated shade. Avoid blues with grey, green or teal undertones, as they will make the space appear flat and cool.
We would recommend our Ink Blue, as it has a touch of violet, giving it a warmer colour temperature. Our deep navy Odyssey can also appear warmer in cosy lighting, such as table lamps with warm white bulbs. You can also heat up cool blues with warm woods and brass décor, or warmer accent colours such as terracotta, mustard yellow or beige.
Left: Ink Blue, Right: Odyssey
Best blues for south-facing bedrooms
Most colours work well in south-facing bedrooms, as they receive a lot of natural light. However, if you want to balance out the intensity of warm yellow sunlight, a cool blue with grey, teal or green undertones will work best.
Try a teal-toned blue like Cerulean, or our turquoise Little Cyclades, for a cool coastal vibe. Vibrant and refreshing, these intense shades of blue will look great in south-facing bedrooms, as they won’t appear washed out in light-filled spaces.
Now that you’re feeling inspired, discover our complete range of blue paint and create your own serene blue bedroom.
Can’t decide on a shade? Try our blue tester boxes so you can see how the colour and finish will look in your home. Available in Ocean Blues or Deep Blues.