Turn Your Bedroom Into Your Sanctuary With Soothing Paint Colors

Today’s master bedroom is more than just a place to sleep. For many of us, the master bedroom can also be the home office, the place where the family gathers to watch television, and most importantly, the sanctuary we depend on to help us escape the stresses of life. That’s a lot of responsibility for one room, and it needs to be decorated in ways that will soothe our senses.

Sweet Dreams

First and foremost, your bedroom should be restful. The last problem you want to have in the bedroom is not being able to get a good night’s sleep. Believe it or not, the colors you choose can impact your ability to sleep well. That’s why you need to choose wisely when it comes to color, and use it judiciously throughout the room. For example, if you just have to have that bold color, make it an accent wall, or use it on trim. Contrast it with a light color that plays off the rest of your decor. Remember, restful does not have to be boring. Play with different tones and shades of your favorite colors, and you will strike a balance that will allow you to ease into your days, not awake with a jolt every morning.

Size Matters

The larger the bedroom, the more you can accomplish in the space. Large master suites are a blank canvas you can use to create the ideal sanctuary. A multitasking master bedroom can handle a greater degree of color play, whether it’s complimentary fabrics on furnishings, rugs, bedding, and window treatments, or one subtle paint color that provides a background for bold patterns.
Today’s popular fabric headboards come in a wide array of solid and print fabrics that require a complimentary color scheme to complete the room. Larger rooms with plenty of natural light can handle brighter color schemes, which can help subtly divide the space if it is being used as an office or entertainment area. A master suite can be a home within a home with the right decorative touches.

Go Glossy in Smaller Spaces

Apartment dwellers always have to be mindful of space. If you find yourself with a smaller bedroom, and want to inject some color to make the most of what you’ve got, consider paint with a glossy finish. Pale brights like pinks, yellows, greens, and blues add dimension to smaller rooms, intensifying natural light without becoming overwhelming. You do, however, have to be mindful of direction in this case – rooms with only northern exposure to light are not best for this type of paint scheme.

Location, Location, Location

Urban, suburban, country, beach, mountains… The location of your home will dictate how you decorate your bedroom. Consider a rustic palette of warm golds, burgundies, and other complimentary colors to bring out the beauty of exposed wood or brick; heathery blues and greens enhance the peace and quiet of a country setting; warm beiges, creams, and pastels bring the beach home; the city and the ‘burbs are the two locations where anything goes – indulge your love of color to bring out the beauty of your bedroom, and the rest of your home.

Talk to the Pros

A professional painting company that specializes in interior home painting can be your best friend when it comes to choosing the right paints to compliment your bedroom decor. The pros know which colors and finishes look best in rooms of every size and shape, and will guide you towards making the right decisions that will ensure enjoyment of your bedroom sanctuary for years to come.

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