Your child’s room is more than just a place to sleep — it’s a space to let their ideas run wild. No matter how you want to decorate, you can engineer dreams into reality in a colourful kids’ room that can grow with them into the future. Read on for our best kids’ room paint colour ideas.
As dependable as their favorite blanket, these reassuring paint colours will envelop any kids’ room in warm, cozy comfort.
Add energy and focus with cool-toned paint colours that can help them achieve anything they set their mind to, whether it’s a chapter book, a video game, or a 500-piece puzzle.
For Picassos and Pollocks.
For Mermaids and Mariners.
For Fairies and Foxes.
From dreamy pastels to energetic brights, paint colours can make magic in kids’ rooms. Whether you are hoping to spark their imagination or give them their very own hideout, choosing a kids’ room paint colour should be fun. With 3,500+ options, Benjamin Moore has the perfect paint colours for every kid and every personality.
Honeybee CSP-950
Given the innate multifunctional use of a kids’ room, balance is key. This is a place where they sleep, study, and play, so it’s important to choose hues that help them both focus and tap into their imagination. Energize their senses with fun colour combinations, like we did here with Honeybee CSP-950 and Teacup Rose 2170-50, or try one of these bold, happy combinations:
Serenata AF-535 and Morning Walk CSP-880
Hint of Violet 2114-60 and Fernwood Green 2145-40
Sweet Melon 121 and Airway 828
Twilight Magenta 2074-30
Paper Mache AF-25
If you’re looking for practical paint colours, choose hues that will transition seamlessly from infant to toddler to big kid. Off-white paint colours like Paper Mache AF-25, White Down OC-131, and Distant Gray OC-68 remain tried and true year after year, giving you a space that easily adapts to changing decor and accent colours throughout the years.
The bonus to using an off-white paint colour on the walls? You can add a whimsical painted ceiling, which draws the eye up and adds colour in a fun, unexpected way.
Paper White OC-55
Raspberry Blush 2008-30
Ask a child what colour they want for their room, and a big, bright hue usually tops the list. Here, cheery Raspberry Blush 2008-30 drawers pop against Paper White OC-55 walls, while an array of colourful pillows and a patchwork-style rug come together to create a vibrant sanctuary that sparks imagination.
Other kids’ room accent colours we love:
Tropical Dusk 2117-40
Berry Fizz CSP-440
Blue Danube 2062-30
Snowfall White OC-118
Neon Red 2087-10
Nautical colour schemes — anchored by a classic red — have long been a popular choice for kids’ rooms. Aside from being a kid-approved hue, red makes an instant impact, infusing any space with personality. It’s an easy way to give your kids a room that’s as buoyant as they are.
To get the look, try one of these reds:
Neon Red 2087-10, shown here
Tomato Tango CSP-1145
Deep Rose 2004-10
Mt. Rainier Gray 2129-60
Whether you’re looking for a not-quite neutral that can grow with your child or a colour that inspires a good night’s sleep, blue paint colours are a bedroom favourite. Yes, blues are a top paint pick for boys’ rooms, but they go far beyond that. Blues are calming, varied, and perennially popular.
If you’re looking for an airy hue, dive into one of these favuorite blue hues for your kids’ room repaint:
Daydream CSP-615
Swiss Blue 815
Blue Lapis 2067-40
First Light 2102-70
There’s no doubt about it: Pink is a go-to for girls’ room paint ideas. But the appeal doesn’t stop there: Pink works wonders in any space, offering a range of shades from bubblegum to nearly neutral, giving you the perfect canvas to build a totally unique kids’ room. Want to add the perfect accent? Using a soft green on painted furniture is a fun touch for littles that adds sophistication as they grow into young adults.
To get the look, try one of these pretty pink hues:
Tissue Pink 1163
Sailor’s Delight 1296
Conch Shell 052
Rainforest Dew 2146-50
Easygoing and dependable, pales and pastels are great kids’ room paint colours, setting the stage for the room to grow as they do. Colours like Windmill Wings 2067-60, Blue Bonnet 2050-70, and Pale Moon OC-108 will happily take a backseat to other hues, giving your kids free rein to decorate how they want.
Want to make sure you’re picking the right paint colour? Shop online or visit our showrooms to try before you buy! Sampling paint colours help to ensure you’re making the right choice — and lets your kiddo take an active role in picking the colour they love best for their room.
Buxton Blue HC-149
Blue Danube 2062-30
For a fun twist on kids’ room paint colour, try a hidden monochromatic colour scheme—accenting built-in shelving (or bunk beds!) with different shades of one hue. Here, Buxton Blue HC-149 creates a subtle contrast on the upper alcove walls with Blue Danube 2062-30 on the lower — a classic colour scheme. Yellow pillows and blue bedding create fun accents that are easy to update for fresh pops of colour.
Other monochromatic colour combos we love:
Odessa Pink HC-59 and Tea Room AF-270
Levingston Green CW-490 and High Park 467
Sundress CSP-940 and York Harbor Yellow 2154-40
Sapphireberry 2063-60
Orange Parrot 2169-20
The chemistry that exists between colours on opposite sides of the colour wheel — known as complementary colours — is palpable. Complementary colour schemes that include primary or bold colours are said to create excitement or high energy (think sports team jerseys).
These types of happy colour unions — think purple and yellow, or blue and orange — can infuse any size room with a sense of whimsy. Using a bold hue with a lighter or darker complementary colour — like we do here with Orange Parrot 2169-20 and Sapphireberry 2063-60 — offers a more subtle look that’s perfect for kids’ rooms.
Gettysburg Gray HC-107
While the colour inspiration for a nursery or a child’s bedroom can come from many different places — favourite hues, Zodiac signs, palettes based on the elements — two hues that always seem to rise above the rest when planning a cozy, soothing space are grey and greige. Beloved for its versatility, grey is an ideal kids’ room paint colour when you want your little ones to see their room as a respite from the world, while greige lends balance and offers comfort, plus it will evolve with the space over the years.
To calm the mind and the senses, try one of these popular grey or greige hues:
Pale Oak OC-20
Classic Gray OC-23
Thunder AF-685
Cushing Green HC-125
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If you need help in choosing your colour, come by any of our stores today to see all our colours on display. Our colour experts will also be glad to assist you in choosing the shade that truly suits your space. Also, you get to bring home complimentary swatches which are true to colour for your consideration.
The best colours for kids’ rooms are the hues that make them feel confident and comforted. With 3,500+ hues to choose from, Benjamin Moore has paint colours for every kid and every personality. We suggest looking at your colour options with your child and sampling a few of their favourites to make sure you’ve found a winner.
Thanks to their inherent versatility, neutrals make for great kids’ room paint colours. Adaptable to different kinds of decor, neutral paint colours let the room grow with your child, so you can keep the same colour as their tastes and interests evolve.
While there are plenty of shades to choose from, some popular hues for kids’ rooms include Dulce de Leche CSP-250, Pashmina AF-100, and Boothbay Gray HC-165.
Kids’ rooms take a lot of wear and tear, so we suggest a satin or eggshell paint finish. Ideal for high-traffic areas, these easy-to-clean finishes look beautiful even after repeated washings.
To ensure sweet dreams, look to blue, green, or grey paint colours to create a calming environment in your child’s room. Some of our favorites include Tranquility AF-490, Cable Knit Sweater CSP-650, and Glass Slipper 1632.
For a cozier, hygge-inspired feel, look to warm paint colours like Collector’s Item AF-45, Love & Happiness 1191, and French Macaroon CSP-335 to bring a relaxing vibe to the space.
