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Bedroom colors

9 years ago
last modified: 9 years ago

Edited: Added pictures.

So, I live with my parents (typical millennial right?) and we think we have moved into our/their "forever house." I always have had my computer and video game equipment in my room and this is the first time that I will have a room that is just for sleeping, since my parents have given me the bonus room for my computer/TV/collectibles. I've been making myself dizzy looking at paint palettes and styles that sort of match my style and what I am looking for in the room. But when I look at 'relaxing' and 'retreat' I see a lot of pale colors, which I'm not crazy about. I have always had really colorful bedrooms and I was hoping to continue that in this one.

But the room is small, only maybe 10'x9' and I have a full size bed which may or may not be replaced (depends on how good my bonus is this summer). I wasn't planning on getting any new furniture other than a cozy reading chair to put in the corner. One wall has a big window that lets in a lot of natural light but it takes up nearly all of the wall so I'm definitely going to have to utilize the curtain for color as well.

I know that with smaller rooms you're not really supposed to use darker colors, so I'm trying to keep it lighter, but I definitely want something colorful. I like more modern styles but I think I might like a Greek Isles type feel for my room. I thought about painting the ceiling but it's got popcorn and we aren't able to take it down right now so I'm stumped! Do you have any suggestions on colors that might be relaxing and vibrant? Thanks so much!!

Temporary furniture for now. Pieced together from what we had scattered around the old house. Originally we were only going to be here for a few months. My mom really loves shabby chic/cottage style, so we have a lot of that.

Comments (12)

  • 9 years ago

    Please post photos of rooms, furniture, bedding fabrics, art. Everything that will be in the room/rooms. Would love to offer recommendations!

  • 9 years ago

    Added pictures to original post. Sorry about the messiness of the room!

  • 9 years ago

    What does the bed frame look like? You have a pretty clean slate to do anything. Not much furniture there?

  • 9 years ago

    Not much. It's a white Ikea platform with drawers on the bottom. My old furniture is a dark wood loft bed. We are either going to sell it or cut the loft-y part off and use it as a normal bed in the guest room. Otherwise I have a dark wood bookshelf and desk that will go in the bonus room. As far as art goes, I don't have really any. (>.<)

  • 9 years ago

    This is fun. Do you mean to tell me you have not been to the paint store browsing colors. You will get so excited. I would use the relaxing color on the walls and the vibrant as accents. It is often suggested that you start by buying new bedding.

  • 9 years ago

    I got samples of some colors that I saw on pinterest but like a dodo, I forgot to buy something to put it on the wall with. :: sigh :: I was looking at like blue greens and plain ole blues, but you would laugh if you had seen me at Home Depot with my phone. "That doesn't match it's too green. Oh, this one is too blue. That one is too light." I saw some colors that I liked if I had had to go with pale colors, originally we were going to rent out this house so that was the condition for painting the room, but now I can go BOLD! xD I'm scared that my colors will make the room look smaller or that they will be too dark. I liked some of these colors, but again, they scared me a little too. (>.<)

  • 9 years ago

    When I think Greek Isle bedroom I'm imagining blue, white and natural wood. It would be good if you started collecting photos of rooms you like and bedding you like. The reason you want to start with bedding is that paint color can be mixed to match anything. Not so with textile. I also suggest you not limit yourself in style so early as you may fall in love with something that will change your goal. For example, Do either of these bedding appeal to you?

    For people who love color it is easy to get distracted and change ones mind.

    Interestingly, you have simple blue bedding and your white bed is somewhat like the one pictured in this Greek/Med. styled room.

    What do you think?

  • 9 years ago

    Exactly, emmarene is correct. Find your bedding first. Then post pics and everyone will assist you on the paint and deco.

  • 9 years ago

    The bedding right now is just what we had in the house. But it's soft so I like it. xD I'll look at some bedding sets, that will definitely give me something to work off of. I never thought to start there.

  • 9 years ago

    Look at lots of photos on Houzz for inspiration. Serene and restful usually means light colors, but you can use darker colors on your wall. The key is to keep the color muted so it stays sophisticated. Color is very personal so it is hard for someone to choose for you. You do need to keep in mind how the walls will look with the color of your floors. You may want to use a light, restful color, or even white, on your walls, so you can use vibrant color on your bedding, artwork, and accessories.

  • PRO
    9 years ago

    The best trick my designer I work with suggested is to paint the ceiling the same color as the walls. What happens is it explodes the size of the room open. The lighter the color the better. You can do an accent wall of color but stay light on that color too. It may take 3 coats for the ceiling but well worth the time. Also popcorn ceilings get really dirty overtime so painting it will offer a surprising pick me up to the room.

  • 9 years ago

    Absolutely paint the popcorn ceiling, even if you just want it white. It makes a huge difference. Use caution when dusting if off, please read article below.
    How to Clean a Popcorn Ceiling