Take the guesswork out of color selection with this roundup featuring a handful of our favorite no-fail shades for boys. These stylish colors come complete with our best advice on everything from undertones to accent pairings, making it easy to pull together the perfect palette. So go ahead—try a fresh take on a traditional blue, or a deep, dramatic neutral, like charcoal or navy. With boys’ room colors like these, you can’t go wrong.
Overview
Color Family: Light and dark neutrals including greige, with a couple of crisp, clear colors Complementary Colors: For neutrals go by the undertone for complementary colors Pairs Well With: For most choices go with light to dark gray tones and whites Mood: From beachy to industrial and from cozy, energetic, fresh, or dramatic Where to Use: Walls, accent walls, floors, and furniture
Here are nine of the most delightful paint colors for a young boy’s bedroom. Have a bright, open space with lots of windows? This warm and cozy nearly gray color is your best bet. Light exposure can blanch out cooler grays, exposing cold, gloomy tones, while warm undertones help to prevent washout. That said, this versatile color is light and bright enough to work even in smaller, darker spaces.
