Bedroom Paint Colors Create Atmosphere in the Spring of 2010

There are many bedroom paint colors to choose from, so where does one begin?

Many times homeowners (and apartment dwellers) feel they should do all the other rooms in their home first before doing the bedroom because "no one sees the bedroom anyway."

And either way you are more comfortable with is fine, but you really owe it to your self to make the bedroom your own private sanctuary where you can recharge and relax, high on your decorating priority list.


After all it is the first room you see when you start your day in the morning and the last thing you see upon retiring at night.

Exploring the opportunities for bedroom paint colors are almost endless, but aim to create an atmosphere that is harmonious and comforting.

Inspiration can come from colors, textures and objects that invoke a feeling of calm and enhances a relaxed mood.

And what a better time than now to explore the color design trend of 2010 that calls for an aquatic and serene palette, especially if you are beginning new or adding to an existing scheme to provide a refreshing lift to the bedroom.

The best way to describe the key colors for this design color trend is aquatic, serene, zesty and exotic.

And while bedrooms can look great in deep vibrant colors, if you long for more of a peaceful and restful atmosphere, what better direction to turn but to the relaxing colors, turquoise, aqua and the deep blues of the ocean?

Turquoise is a combination of blues and greens and often thought of when envisioning tropical waters and is also an exotic gemstone known historically for its protective properties, while an aqua palette is composed of light and deeper blues.

Other serene colors from the 2010 line up and most suitable for bedroom paint colors might include lavender and deep yellows.
Lavender comes from the plant and known for its soothing properties.

Decorating with these cool colors of blues, greens and lavenders especially in lighter values can make a small bedroom appear more spacious and airy because the colors appear to recede visually.

And while these cool colors can be perfect for the bedroom because they lend themselves to restful sleep and relaxation, there is nothing wrong with the warmth and zest of a warm color palette can offer.

When you use them properly, warm yellows (just think forsythia) can be quite peaceful, and soft shades of peaches and pinks will create a soothing ambiance for your bedroom.

And lest we not forget, the neutral bedroom paint colors of warm gray and warm beige are also very soothing and quietly elegant and understated making them excellent choice for the bedroom.

Also they offer enormous flexibility for decorating since they go with everything, making it possible to make changes to your room on a whim for an instant update without having to repaint the whole room.

Since bedrooms are very personal allowing you to become even more expressive, once you select your decorating color palette, experiment with faux finishes choosing one that reflects your taste and compliments your furniture will give your walls an illusion of depth and dimension.

And while you are painting, don't forget the ceiling. Create a soft dimension to your ceiling using a color a shade lighter than the walls to make rooms with low ceilings to appear more spacious, and a dark shade if you want to draw a high ceiling down making the room more intimate.

It may not be any easier to leave the bed and get up in the morning but it will surely be pleasing to look at.