Kids’ Room Paint Colors
Ideas & Inspiration

A red painted wall with a mounted wood coatrack, two striped children’s robes, one in pink and one in black. A red painted wall with a mounted wood coatrack, two striped children’s robes, one in pink and one in black.

From dreamy pastels to energetic brights, paint colors 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 color should be fun. With 3,500+ options, Benjamin Moore has the perfect paint colors for every kid and every personality.

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 colorful kids’ room that can grow with them into the future. Read on for our best kids’ room paint color ideas.

Kids’ Room Paint Color Ideas

What paint color will make their spirit soar? Check out these kid-centric color schemes and make them your own!

Artist's Palette

For Picassos and Pollocks.

Nautical Seas

For Mermaids and Mariners.

Woodland Charm

For Fairies and Foxes.

A bright, cheerful kid’s bedroom with yellow painted walls, a pastel pink ceiling, colorful framed artwork, modern furniture, a multicolor bedspread, and geometric print rug. A bright, cheerful kid’s bedroom with yellow painted walls, a pastel pink ceiling, colorful framed artwork, modern furniture, a multicolor bedspread, and geometric print rug.

1. Bold Colors Pop in Kids’ Spaces

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 color combinations, like we did here with Honeybee CSP-950 and Teacup Rose 2170-50, or try one of these bold, happy combinations:

A dark pink painted ceiling adds a fun pop of color to this white bedroom with multicolor pillows and white bedding on a white bed set between two doors. A dark pink painted ceiling adds a fun pop of color to this white bedroom with multicolor pillows and white bedding on a white bed set between two doors.

2. Off-White Paint Colors for Kids’ Rooms

If you’re looking for practical paint colors, choose hues that will transition seamlessly from infant to toddler to big kid. Off-white paint colors 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 colors throughout the years.

The bonus to using an off-white paint color on the walls? You can add a whimsical painted ceiling, which draws the eye up and adds color in a fun, unexpected way.

A white painted kids’ bedroom with a vaulted shiplap ceiling features colorful bedding and decor, a coral built-in window seat, and twin bed frames with drawers beneath. A white painted kids’ bedroom with a vaulted shiplap ceiling features colorful bedding and decor, a coral built-in window seat, and twin bed frames with drawers beneath.

3. Accent Kids’ Rooms with Color

Ask a child what color 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 colorful pillows and a patchwork-style rug come together to create a vibrant sanctuary that sparks imagination.

Other kids’ room accent colors we love:

A white painted game room with built-in shelves and TV, a vaulted shiplap ceiling, a red accent wall with a glass door, billiard and foosball tables, a black sofa, and red chairs. A white painted game room with built-in shelves and TV, a vaulted shiplap ceiling, a red accent wall with a glass door, billiard and foosball tables, a black sofa, and red chairs.

4. Cheery Red Paint Colors for Kids’ Rooms

Nautical color 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:

A kid’s bedroom with blue painted walls and white trim, ceiling, and door also features a gray bed with astronaut bedding, a red table, and a desk and chair under a bulletin board. A kid’s bedroom with blue painted walls and white trim, ceiling, and door also features a gray bed with astronaut bedding, a red table, and a desk and chair under a bulletin board.

5. Blue Notes: Blue Hues for Kids’ Bedrooms

Whether you’re looking for a not-quite neutral that can grow with your child or a color that inspires a good night’s sleep, blue paint colors are a bedroom favorite. 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 favorite blue hues for your kids’ room repaint:

A soft pink painted kids’ bedroom features light jade green painted bunk beds with gray and red bedding, a wooden dresser, and a gray striped rug. A soft pink painted kids’ bedroom features light jade green painted bunk beds with gray and red bedding, a wooden dresser, and a gray striped rug.

6. The Perfect Pink for Kids’ Rooms

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:

A green and wooden school chair against a soft yellow painted wall, with a hand-painted stop sign on the wall, and an orange, white, and black striped rug. A green and wooden school chair against a soft yellow painted wall, with a hand-painted stop sign on the wall, and an orange, white, and black striped rug.

7. Beyond the Pale: Pastel Kids’ Room Colors

Easygoing and dependable, pales and pastels are great kids’ room paint colors, setting the stage for the room to grow as they do. Colors 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 color? Shop online or visit your locally owned Benjamin Moore store to try before you buy! Sampling paint colors helps to ensure you’re making the right choice—and lets your kiddo take an active role in picking the color they love best for their room.

A white painted bedroom with cozy alcove bunk beds in shades of blue with matching bedding, yellow pillows, a wooden stepstool, and a ladder. A white painted bedroom with cozy alcove bunk beds in shades of blue with matching bedding, yellow pillows, a wooden stepstool, and a ladder.

8. Expect the Unexpected: Monochromatic Kids’ Rooms

For a fun twist on kids’ room paint color, try a hidden monochromatic color 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 color scheme. Yellow pillows and blue bedding create fun accents that are easy to update for fresh pops of color.

Other monochromatic color combos we love:

A kid’s playroom with colorful complementary orange and blue painted walls, a white door and trim, a drum set, framed art, and a yellow chair. A kid’s playroom with colorful complementary orange and blue painted walls, a white door and trim, a drum set, framed art, and a yellow chair.

9. Complementary Color Combinations for Kids’ Rooms

The chemistry that exists between colors on opposite sides of the color wheel—known as complementary colors in color and design parlance—is palpable. Complementary color schemes that include primary or bold colors are said to create excitement or high energy (think sports team jerseys).

These types of happy color 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 color—like we do here with Orange Parrot 2169-20 and Sapphireberry 2063-60—offers a more subtle look that’s perfect for kids’ rooms.

A room with gray painted walls, white trim and doors, a yellow ombré painted wood dresser flanked by two white metal chairs, and a beige sofa with stuffed animals. A room with gray painted walls, white trim and doors, a yellow ombré painted wood dresser flanked by two white metal chairs, and a beige sofa with stuffed animals.

10. Our Favorite Greige for Nurseries & Kids’ Rooms

While the color inspiration for a nursery or a child’s bedroom can come from many different places—favorite 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 gray and greige. Beloved for its versatility, gray is an ideal kids’ room paint color 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 gray or greige hues:

A green painted hallway wall with a white door opened into a white painted bathroom with a light wood vanity, a mirror, and a blue and white striped rug. A green painted hallway wall with a white door opened into a white painted bathroom with a light wood vanity, a mirror, and a blue and white striped rug.

11. Color Schemes for Kids’ Bathrooms

Looking for kids’ bedroom paint ideas that also work for a bathroom? Inspire relaxation and whimsy in a kid-friendly oasis with soothing hues, minimalist design, and kid-friendly accents that will grow with them.

Wondering which paint to use in a kids’ bathroom? Ultra-premium Aura® Bath & Spa was specifically created to withstand the humidity of bathrooms while delivering the long-lasting, rich color of Aura in a luxurious matte finish.

Warm Paint Colors for Kids’ Bedrooms

As dependable as their favorite blanket, these reassuring paint colors will envelop any kids’ room in warm, cozy comfort.

Cool Paint Colors for Kids’ Bedrooms

Add energy and focus with cool-toned paint colors 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.

Frequently Asked Questions


Q. What is the best color to paint a child’s room?

A. The best colors for kids’ rooms are the hues that make them feel confident and comforted. With 3,500+ hues to choose from, Benjamin Moore has paint colors for every kid and every personality. We suggest looking at your color options with your child and sampling a few of their favorites to make sure you’ve found a winner.



Q. What is the best neutral color for a child’s bedroom?

A. Thanks to their inherent versatility, neutrals make for great kids’ room paint colors. Adaptable to different kinds of decor, neutral paint colors let the room grow with your child, so you can keep the same color 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.



Q. What is the best paint sheen for kids’ rooms?

A. 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.



Q. Which color is the most calming for a kid’s bedroom?

A. To ensure sweet dreams, look to blue, green, or gray paint colors 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 colors like Collector’s Item AF-45, Love & Happiness 1191, and French Macaroon CSP-335 to bring a relaxing vibe to the space.



This comfy white bedroom features a two-tone light pink and yellow painted accent wall with matching two-tone bedding, a white desk and chair, a bulletin board, and a beanbag chair.

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