Dream in Colour: The Best Bedroom Paint Colours For A Better Sleep
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Discover how to choose and use bedroom paint colours that feel calming and mood-boosting - including our top pick from Brewers Decorator Centres' Albany range.
We’ll do almost anything for a good night’s sleep. From memory-foam mattress toppers and weighted blankets to silk sleep masks and rubbing magnesium on our feet, the pursuit of perfect rest has become something of a national obsession. But while supplements and gadgets can help, one of the most powerful - and most overlooked - factors in how well we sleep is staring us in the face: the colour of our bedroom walls.
Colour psychology shows us that paint shades don’t just decorate a room - they affect how we feel inside it. The right bedroom colour scheme can calm a racing mind, encourage relaxation, and even boost mood on those early-morning wake-ups. Get it wrong, though, and your bedroom risks feeling more restless than restful.
"Choosing the right colour scheme for a bedroom is really important when creating a calm and restful setting as it's all about choosing colours that feel soothing to you. Whilst easy neutrals may feel comforting for some, others may prefer something bolder and more cocooning. Painting out colour samples is key to finding your perfect colours for a tranquil setting.”
Gemma Forkes, Brewers Decorator Centre’s in-house colour expert
Think of your walls as the backdrop to your nightly ritual. Soft neutral paint colours feel like an obvious choice for creating a soothing sanctuary, while warm earth tones bring grounded comfort. But for those who dare to take it darker, intense shades of brown and plum can feel deep, decadent and intimate - almost hotel like, perfect for winding down at the end of the day. The secret lies in pairing the right shade with your room’s natural light, proportions, and your own overall style. The first step? Trialling shades at home. Pick up tester pots - Brewers Decorator Centres is a treasure trove for the indecisive, with plenty of top brands to choose from including Farrow & Ball and Little Greene. Create a swatch or two and see how they respond to morning and evening light. Stuck for ideas on which shades to test? Scroll on for our pick of the best bedroom colours for 2025.
Our top calming bedroom shade:
Tranquil by Albany
The Best Bedroom Paint Colour For Sleep and Style
Elephant’s Breath by Farrow & Ball - Sample
Brewers
£5.50
A warm grey with subtle taupe undertones. This works beautifully in north-facing bedrooms where light can feel cool, adding a sense of cosiness and calm.
Tranquil by Albany - 2.5L
Brewers
£30.98
Soft, airy blue. Ideal for bright bedrooms, it lightens the mood and promotes serenity - the paint colour equivalent of a deep exhale.
Portland Stone 77 by Little Greene - Sample
Brewers
£5.75
Timeless stone neutral with earthy warmth that reflects green in the right light, it's perfect for cottage-chic bedroom schemes. So expensive looking!
Dorset Gold by Benjamin Moore - 3.78L
Brewers
£67.49
Golden ochre with a sunlit glow. This is perfect for instantly warmth, perfect for cosy bedrooms and autumn-inspired schemes.
Sulking Room Pink by Farrow & Ball - Sample
Brewers
£5.50
Romantic without being saccharine, this grown-up pink creates an intimate, cocoon-like bedroom that's perfect for relaxation.
Ballet Pumps by Graham Brown - 2.5L
Brewers
£47.60
Named after the traditional colour of ballet pumps, this delicate and sophisticated shade is the right balance of muted blush and elegant grey. It's neutral yet uplifting, it reflects natural light, making small bedrooms appear larger and brighter.
Pontefract by Paint & Paper Library - 750ml
Brewers
£36.00
This deep, inky plum almost feels brown in the dark. Best used on a feature wall or in spacious bedrooms, it’s bold and dramatic, bringing boutique hotel-style luxury home. We love it accented with pops of pink.
Heat by Little Greene
Brewers
£5.75
A little goes a long way with this one. A strong and contemporary burnt orange, Heat is a highly pigmented paint that can be used as a bold and beautiful accent in any bedroom - think highlighting alcoves, or simple a feature wall to frame your bed - supported by an earthy neutral.
Splashing by Earthborn - Sample
Brewers
£4.60
An aquamarine with chameleon-like charm. Depending on the light, it can read more blue or more green, making it perfect for soothing bedroom spaces or as a lively accent against a neutral backdrop.
Pale Heather by Laura Ashley - Sample
Brewers
£1.50
Calming and dreamlike, this pretty lilac works best with layered lighting for a tranquil sleep sanctuary.