The most calming colours for your home
Colour psychology suggests that the colour of your walls can instantly affect your mood, making it essential that you choose the right shade to help you unwind after a long day.
From spa-like bathrooms to restful bedrooms, read on to find out some of our favourite calming colours and create your own relaxing palette.
Left: Half Light by @ourhomeinsuffolk, Right: Portland Stone by @thehousethatjenbuilt_
Pared-back neutrals
Neutrals are a popular choice for relaxing spaces, as they are both gentle and inviting. A warm, sun-kissed beige like Hessian will lighten rooms with a golden tone, pairing beautifully with warm woods, dried flowers and woven fabrics. Cooler shades, like our soft grey Dove, will add a classic elegance to uncluttered, minimalist spaces.
Tranquil greens
Due to its association with the great outdoors, green is the ideal shade for bringing a sense of natural calm to interior spaces. An earthy, brown-toned green, like Grounded, pairs perfectly with warm-toned neutrals, golden browns and dusky burnt orange for a touch of the autumnal, while delicate Laurel Green complements soft off-white Moonstone for an airy springtime vibe.
Left: Grounded by @our_finsbury_home, Right: Moonstone, Laurel Green
Soothing blues
Elegant and serene, blue is one of the most popular shades for calming rooms. A soft pastel like Leaplish is perfect for creating a refreshing kitchen, effortlessly reflecting light for a bright and airy space. Looking for something darker? A deep navy like Odyssey is the perfect blue for a colour drench, creating a cosy, cocooning space.
Left: Leaplish, Steamed Milk cupboards, Cotton tiles by @jos_home_and_garden, Right: Odyssey
Simple pinks
With a touch of subtle warmth, pink is nurturing, delicate and perfect for comfortable, inviting spaces. Our soft warm pink Homespun has grounding brown undertones, for a gentle blush that pairs beautifully with dusky blue furnishings and doesn’t overwhelm a space. For a cooler, grey-toned pink, Elbow Beach is an elegant, airy shade that complements pops of teal green and mustard yellow for a captivating contrast.
Left: Homespun wall by @alittlehomedecor, Right: Elbow Beach wall
From grounding neutrals to soothing pastels, our range of 150 stunning colours is perfect for creating your own calm, cosy spaces. Check out our blog post on this year’s trending shades for more inspiration.
Left: Hessian, Right: Steamed Milk by @ourneutralground