If you are about to start a bathroom remodel, interior painting should be part of the plan. With the right pigment, the space can look brighter, larger, or more intimate. This can eliminate the need to install more windows and move walls—keeping project costs low. Here are a few tips for making a color choice.

How to Pick a Paint Color for the Bathroom

1. Consider a Classic Hue

White is a classic bathroom paint color that reflects light to make interiors appear larger. The neutral shade serves as the perfect base to showcase mosaic tile backsplashes and other colorful accents. If the color palette includes gold finishes and earth tones, an interior painting contractor can bathe the walls in cream or eggshell. These off-white shades complement warm tones. White with a gray or blue tint will make a bathroom with cool accents look cleaner and more refined. 

2. Think About the Mood You Want to Set

Different colors evoke different emotional responses, so keep this in mind when consulting with an interior painting specialist. If you often unwind with a bubble bath, for example, blue is a soothing color associated with calmness. If you often feel tired and groggy in the morning, consider an orange accent wall. The bold, warm statement color is associated with energy, excitement, and enthusiasm, helping you start the day. 

3. Use a Neutral Shade to Balance Bold Hues

If you pair bold colors, such as yellow and purple or blue and orange, to make a statement, don’t forget to include a neutral in the mix. Otherwise, the vibrant shades could be too overwhelming. For balance, paint the molding and trim in white, gray, light brown, or another neutral hue.

For quality results for your bathroom remodel, contact Ewa Beach, HI-based Shacky's Painting. Serving homeowners throughout Oahu, the company has over 25 years of experience. They will consider the style and your design goals to help choose the right color for the project. For an exterior or interior painting consultation, call (808) 829-8026. Visit the painting contractor online to see project photos, and leave a review of their work on Facebook.