It’s no secret that our surroundings affect how we feel. For example, busy cities can make us feel energized, and being in nature can help is feel centred and calm. It only follows that colour can have a similar impact, with certain hues influencing how we feel, how we behave and even how we sleep. For your ideal bedroom environment, balancing colour psychology and personal preference is key. Once you’ve decided on your colours, you can get to work turning your space into a haven with everything from wall colours and luxuriously upholstered bed frames, to artwork and soft furnishings.  

The best bedroom colours for sleep 

Softly does it 

The most relaxing colours differ for each person, since we all have our own colour associations. But generally, softer, more muted colours are known to invoke a host of positive emotions, making us feel calm, safe and ready for sleep. What does that include? Anything from neutrals to pastels, which means you’ll be able to inject a fun splash of colour into your space – with all the benefits and none of the negative colour effects.  

Blues 

Best for: relaxation, freedom, inspiration  

Think of blue, and it’ll remind you of the sea, or the wide blue sky – both things that help us feel calm and collected. Adding blue to your bedroom can help invoke these same emotions, whether you go for muted blues or richer ones. If you’re wanting to incorporate darker tones, you’ll want to add these on only one feature wall or furnishings, like an upholstered bed. Lighter blues can be used for larger aspects, like full room painting or flooring, and more vibrant blues for splashes of personality, like artwork, soft furnishings and storage. Searching for a blue bed to carry this theme through? Try any of our premium bed range in Sapphire, Midnight, Marine, Teal or Blueberry. 

Suggested bedroom colours: midnight blue, sky blue, powder blue, mineral blue, teal, denim, lilac 

Greens 

Best for: harmony, renewal, vitality  

When we think of green, our minds automatically drift to scenes of rolling meadows, dense forests and being outdoors in nature. Long-linked to improved wellbeing, it’s no surprise that nature’s own green is often ranked as one of the best bedroom colours – helping us feel both recharged and balanced whenever we spend time in it. The best part? You don’t need to go full-on bright to enjoy the benefits; even muted shades will do the trick. If you’re leaning more neutral, combine your greens with warm beiges and browns, and if you’re leaning bright, mix shades of pink, blue and brighter whites in to really lift your space. As for furniture, wood and rattan are a great choice, whether you opt for a wooden bed or some rattan bedside tables. You can also select a green upholstered bed like ours in Moss or Glade, as this will add both the textural dimension, comfort and colour you need to really make an impact. And finally, don’t forget your plants: they look beautiful with green, but they also have the added plus of bringing nature from the outside, in. 

Suggested bedroom colours: moss, forest green, sage, olive, ivy green, deep emerald  

Warm neutrals 

Best for: calmness, elegance, strength  

There’s nothing that makes us feel more at home a warm, inviting sleep space. And for this, we often choose warmer-leaning neutrals to strike the perfect balance between luxe and calm. A versatile palette to start with, try anything like browns, rose pinks, greens and muted blues, or stick to full neutrals across the board. If you’re aiming to stay within the warm neutral palette, consider mixing up textures of rugs, bedding and any other soft furnishings to add extra comfort and dimension. These shades are also associated with understated luxury; when paired with matte-gold accents on lighting, picture frames or furniture handles, you can expect calmness and elegance in one. They also look great with wall panelling, a sure-fire way to make your room feel just like a five-star hotel. When you’re searching for the ideal bed colour from our range, Caramel, Mole, Taupe, Vanilla, Wheat and Champagne are each as timeless as the last. 

Suggested bedroom colours: pearl and oyster white, beige, champagne, taupe, mocha, mushroom  

Cool neutrals 

Best for: confidence, serenity, balance 

On the other end of the neutral spectrum, we step away from the warmer hues into cool ones. Characterised by having a blue undertone, greys, icy whites and some neutral blues fit neatly into this category. And because of this blue-leaning undertone, you get some of the same colour benefits that go with it: spaces that utilise cooler neutrals feel calm and balanced – but only when matched with the correct décor. Too blanched, and you risk your space looking clinical instead of relaxing. What we suggest is that you take inspiration from Mediterranean interiors, like those often seen in Greece. Think whitewashed walls, with accents of bright colours to add a light and airy feel to your room, or if that’s not your scene, you can follow modern urban décor, aiming for different tones of grey around your room and topping it off with one of our grey beds in the shades Moonlight, Pebble Grey, Slate or Glacier. 

Suggested bedroom colours: dove grey, mist, duck egg blue, slate grey 

Pinks  

Best for: romance, tenderness, compassion 

Pink might not be your first choice for a bedroom, but it has a place far beyond your baby room. Dusty roses, mauves and beige-leaning pinks add a luxury touch to any space, pairing beautifully with burnished metal accents, faux fur, dark wood finishes and vintage styling. But they don’t just look good; they lend a romantic feel to any space, and play well with warm lighting to emit a comforting vibe. If you’re a pink fanatic, or want to add a unique pink twist, go for our pink upholstered beds in Rose or Pale Lilac if you prefer cooler tones. If you’re going for pink bedding or walls, Oyster White and Antique White are a great shout. 

Suggested bedroom colours: rose, shell pink, pastel pink, powder pink, dusty mauve, rosewood  

Colours to avoid 

Not so bright 

We can’t say how colours make you feel, especially if you have positive memories associated with them. What we can say is that dark and bright colours are usually considered risky when it comes to decorating a bedroom, since they’re said to evoke all sorts of negative emotions. If you want to reap the maximum benefits of the colours around you, we’d recommend avoiding these ones: 

Black – The ultimate no-go colour for any bedroom, black is associated with feelings of sadness, anger and fear. It also absorbs any light coming into your room, so it’ll also limit the benefits of sunlight if you spend lots of time in there during the day. Avoid painting walls, setting floors or buying large pieces of black furniture to keep your space calm. Bed frames, smaller furniture or picture frames are a great way to break up your space in a more subtle way. 

Red – One of the most intense colours around, we all know red as the colour of danger. And while it might also remind us of love, like orange it can feel too energetic in a space designed for sleep. Swap in softer furnishings or art for your dose of red, and don’t be afraid to soften it to a lower intensity.   

Purple – The colour of creativity, deep purple makes our mind more active and is said to invoke nightmares. It’s best left to smaller splashes in your room, or go for lighter lilacs or lavenders if you can’t quite let your favourite shade go. 

Orange – Like red, orange can make us feel more energised, the opposite of what we want to feel before bed. And if it’s too bright, orange demands too much of our attention. Hazier shades – like terracotta, sienna or peach – work beautifully with natural lighting and help your space feel more welcoming, setting us up for better sleep.  

Brown – Like black, deep brown shades don’t just make a room feel smaller, they make us feel more sluggish and boxed in. Either limit deep brown to accent furnishings (like blankets or cushions), or go for lighter brown shades like mushroom, beige, taupe or fawn, as these can in fact benefit your sleep.  

Clinical white – It’s true: white is one of the most calming colours around, and can leave us feeling comforted and ready to sleep. But there is such a thing as too white, as starkly toned options can feel more clinical than calming. Instead, go for off-white shades that are a little less harsh on the eye. It might feel subtle, but it’ll have a dramatic effect.  

Feeling inspired? Our luxury bed range comes in a range of colours and fabrics, all designed to merge style, quality and functionality to bring you sleep that’s as supportive as it is beautiful.