When you’re expecting, preparing and decorating the baby’s nursery is often one of the more enjoyable parts of getting ready for your new arrival. Although it might be easy to determine the theme or look you want, selecting the perfect paint color can be a bit more challenging, especially if you want to move away from the traditional pink or blue. From color psychology to longevity, below are some aspects to consider when choosing a color for your baby’s room. 

3 Tips for Choosing Nursery Paint Colors 

1. Research Color Psychology

Color can have a powerful effect on mood, even with infants. Red and bright yellow can be agitating, for instance, while shades of blue and green have been shown to be more calming and relaxing. For a nursery, it’s best to stick with soothing hues, including pale shades of purple, pink, gray, or earth tones, to create a calm and inviting atmosphere. You can always add pops of brighter colors with accessories and accents. 

2. Think Long-Term

A sweet shade of baby pink may be perfect for your newborn, but it’s difficult to predict if your child will like it when they age. Although you can always repaint when your baby is older and has their own opinions about colors, choosing a more versatile paint color now will save the future work. Consider a more sophisticated color scheme than those typically found in nurseries, like navy and coral or gray and yellow. You can also stick to neutrals that can be paired with brighter accents and changed out over the years. 

3. Consider the Light

Before choosing a paint color, consider the size of the room and the available light. A small room with only one window, for instance, may feel dark and closed in when you choose a deeper paint color. At the same time, a larger room that gets plenty of natural light might benefit from a darker color, even just on an accent wall, to feel cozier. You shouldn’t rely on paint wheel samples only. When you’ve narrowed down the colors you like, get some samples and paint some large swatches on the walls. Watch how the color is affected by the light to choose the one that will be most welcoming to your new baby. 

If you need help choosing the perfect paint for your baby’s nursery, turn to the experts at Berthiaume’s Neversink Lumber in Port Jervis, NY. For more than 60 years, this family-owned hardware store has served local homeowners with everything they need for their home improvement projects, from lumber and plumbing supplies to paint and spare keys. If you have questions about their inventory or what you’ll need for your next project, call (845) 856-5161. Visit their website to learn more about their products and services.