Master Bedroom Paint Decisions

February 20, 2017
IN: master bedroom, paint, paint decisions, wall color

When designing a space, I almost never start by choosing a wall paint color. I’ve found that you can always find a paint color to work with your rug/curtains/bedding/sofa/whatever, but you can’t always do that in reverse. I typically bring in the rugs and art, even most of the furniture that will go into a space before deciding what color to paint the walls. Admittedly I usually have an idea of where I want to land paint-wise. Typically I know whether or not I want to go bold or more neutral, but the exact shade is almost always selected last. Case in point our master bedroom.

Art and Rugs are Here!

When last we left off, the bedding and night stands were in the space. Now the art and the rug for the sitting area have arrived!

(art, chairs, rug)

I fell in love with this abstract art by Angela Simeone for Minted and knew it would be perfect with the black, white and blush color palette. This piece is going to really help to define the sitting area from the bed in this large rectangular room. I layered in a light cowhide to further set this little seating area apart.

Wall Color Options

I had originally wanted to go with white walls. I thought white with a black ceiling would bring in a modern feel to counterbalance the traditional four poster bed. But now I’m having second thoughts. Builder beige has never been a favorite of mine, but it’s not a bad look with the art and the light colored cowhide. It’s really soft and warm looking, which isn’t a bad thing for a bedroom.

That being said I still think white would be a nice contrast with the dark wood tones even though I’ve decided to steer clear of a dark ceiling in here. I want to keep things light and bright. However I do think a soft grey on the walls might bring that modern feel I’m craving while also adding a little masculinity to a space that has a definite feminine vibe.

So at the moment, I’m a little up in the air on a wall color for our bedroom. With the main players now in place the only things left to bring in besides curtain panels are a few small pieces of furniture and accessories, so I’d really like to nail down the wall color before going any further.

1, 2 or 3,

So help me decide y’all! Should I go with white, grey or do I dare to leave the builder beige?

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I think choice 3 would be a great! White is too stark for your art and chairs.

I meant choice 2! ??

2 for sure!

I prefer 1 !

I like 2. 🙂

2!!!! Your gorgeous print and cowhide get lost with the builder neutral and white, but pop with the grey. The grey is still a neutral and you will easily be able to change things up when you want (I know you love black and red as well). Love the print by the way (and I’m not usually an abstract fan).
When we paint our walls this next go round I am glad we will have all the other things in place. We have always done it the backwards way (paint first) and it can be a huge mistake!!!

I love option two!

I think 2 will be light enough to not make it cave-like but also dark enough that it will feel more intimate.

#2, the builder beige is a little blah to me. The mirror above the bed gets lost on the wall color. I’m not opposed to beige, but in this case, I feel a greige (beige with a grey undertone) is more suitable. It gives a little more pop to the window casings and mouldings. I like option 2 for sure.

2!!!

Two

I think I like 2 best. But I understand about the beige kind of working with what’s going on in there. I just like the coolness of a grey. Regardless of what we say here, go with your gut! 🙂

I like number two! I agree the contrast will look good with your lighter rugs, plus I think the warm tones of the wood and the woven chairs will pop against the grey. I think it will still look warm and cozy with the grey if you have a warm grey tone. Can’t wait to see what you decide!

The gray would look fantastic in there!

Either go with 2 or possibly a mauve color to tie in with the blush tones.

My first thought was, white; not knowing that it’s a bedroom. However, now seeing the room as whole, it’s definitely #2. It’ll keep the room cozy and welcoming.

Two!

My vote is 1 if you want light and bright. It will also be a nice neutral for using pops of color.

I actually think the white, but I’d change the color of the frame of the picture to something darker. It all looks so similar together that I think you do need some more contrast.

2 for the win! ?

I would bring in the curtains first then decide on paint.

2!!

#2!

2 definitely

Option 2!

Gray, but a little darker than your paint sample. I think the lighter tones of the wicker and the blush would stand out more instead of blending into a neutral background. Plus.. it would add a masculine element, feel more modern and be sexy! If you added white velvet drapes, they and the white trim would really pop and still keep the room from feeling dark and heavy.

I think I am leaning towards 2. I love the artwork and the chairs in there and think #2 would also look great with the rest of your furniture. I am having a similar dilemma in my dining room but you are much farther along with knowing what is going in the room. I’m still at the stage where I am deciding between a dark or light color! So excited to see what you choose!
Shelley

#2 for sure!!

How about that lighter blue that is in your print. I used a color called Dark Storm Cloud by Behr that seems similar in my son’s room. It looks great with so many different colors. I used red with it in his room, but it would look great with the blush and make the white mirror stand out.

I like option 2… your furniture, art, rug, moldings, and curtains would pop without being overbearing. I have loved following along with you on this house ?

My vote is #2! Your home is too warm for a stark white room (in my opinion). And the builder beige is very…builder beige haha! But I LOVEEEE #2! Please let us know what you decide 🙂 Can’t wait to see it!

Art and Rugs are Here!

Wall Color Options

1, 2 or 3,

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