Creating a tranquil bathroom space begins with painting your walls. The color you choose should be one that helps you mentally prepare for the day and unwind once you’ve returned back home. If you are unsure how to invoke this feeling in your space, use the guide below to better understand how colors work.

How Does Color Affect Mood?

The way particular colors make you feel is, at the end of the day, completely subjective and could produce an entirely different feeling in someone else. However, there are general perceptions that have come to be associated with most hues. Red and yellow, for instance, are warmer colors that tend to invoke more intense feelings like love or anger. Blue and purple, meanwhile, are considered cooler shades and create sensations of calmness or indifference. 

Before painting your bathroom, purchase swatches or paint samples and test them on your space. Give yourself a few days to compare the shades and determine how they impact your senses. Also, compare them to the decor in the room to ensure they can work cohesively to produce the tranquil sensation you are trying to achieve. 

What Are Some Painting Options to Consider?

Neutral Palettes

Ivory, pewter, or even a light gray are notable bathroom favorites because they don’t overwhelm the senses. Instead, they let the design take the forefront and can add emphasis to unique architectural details. Combine these shades with earthy elements like wood or stone to produce a nature-like effect. 

Blue

If you share a home with other people, blue is a shade you can probably all agree is calming. Many people attribute the color to the sky or water, so it often brings to mind the qualities associated with clear, sunny days or the openness of nature. Pair it with a neutral white or bright silver to increase the lighting or a bone gray to make it feel more connected to the outdoors.

Yellow

Tranquil and yellow may not seem like they go together, but this vibrant shade is ideal for creating a natural, woodsy look. Pair it with natural wood and metal fixtures to add to this effect. Also, keep the mirror and shower door design simple, so they don’t overflood the senses. 

If you’ve decided to freshen up your bathroom or any other room in your home with a few coats of paint, call the professionals at T.K. Painting & Decorating, LLC for a neat and thorough job completion. This home improvement company has over 19 years of experience serving residential and commercial properties throughout Dakota County, MN. They prioritize their client’s safety and only use Environmental Protection Agency-approved paints on all projects. For a free, no-obligation quote, call these painters today at (952) 210-5963. You can also visit their website to learn more about their services.