House Beautiful June 8, 2025
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These days, it’s rare to see a bathroom paint color that isn’t white or, let’s face it, off-white. We understand that many homeowners like to think of their bathroom as a spa-like space, and calming paint colors are key to achieving that restorative energy. But if an all-neutral space doesn't fit your desired design aesthetic, there is an entire color wheel to choose from. Navy, pink, and even beige can be a striking bathroom hue when used correctly. Choosing the right color is all about taking a bird's eye view approach and understanding that paint is just a piece of your bathroom design puzzle.
The best bathroom paint colors pack in personality while still complementing your bathroom’s fixtures, tile, and hardware. Whether you’re looking for a dramatic shade for a powder room or a calming hue for the primary ensuite, the 25 bathroom paint color ideas below are sure to spark your inspiration.
Committing to a great bathroom paint color can feel overwhelming, especially if your space is on the smaller side or is lacking in natural light. Consider this your push to try something a little bit bolder. We've gathered plenty of designer-approved bathrooms that put color first. Read on for 25 designer-approved bathroom paint color ideas to get started.
Designers Hilary Colia and Jennifer Kostohryz of Fort Design Studio chose this warm, comforting shade to offer a welcome respite from the rest of the color-packed home. Brass hardware continues the cocooning energy down to the details.
White Dove by Benjamin Moore adorns the walls all across this Indiana Home. Designer Amy Knerr wanted to warm up the traditionally utilitarian space while still complementing the hand-hewn wood beams.
A timeless classic, cool-toned brown is a chameleon bathroom paint color. Pairing well with silver and gold hardware, antique or modern accents, and any design style, this hue can grow with your ever-evolving home. Just take this Wendy Labrum-designed bathroom.
In House Beautiful's 2024 Whole Home in Asheville, North Carolina, the guest bathroom is decked out in a monochrome palette of blues. The star, however, is the cornflower hue that covers the vanity and shelving. This shade is sophisticated while still feeling dramatic and playful.
A feminine and playful bathroom paint color to try is pale pink. Prevent it from veering into babyish territory by pairing it with a statement mirror and light fixture. Color-matching your bathroom fixtures is an easy way to make the look completely cohesive.
If you're designing a room around a statement bathroom fixture, opt for a neutral bathroom paint color to help balance the pops of color. In Lucinda Chambers's London home, her bathroom is an all-over beige. And while this hue often has a boring reputation, it's the perfect backdrop for her yellow tub and collection of plates.
Jeremiah Brent knows the power of a dramatic bathroom paint color, just look at the moody evergreen hue from his recent Los Angeles project. The hue, Nitty Gritty Roman Clay by Portola Paints, is actually a plaster paint. The texture softens the dark shade.
Cocooning and calming, this slate blue powder room is a major design moment thanks to the all-over paint color. Even the woodwork is included in the fun of this Shapeless Studio-designed space.
"A deep-hued plaster feels elegant and glamorous, especially for a small bathroom," says designer Wendy Labrum. "Make sure it's well-lit for vanity lighting, but don't be scared of saturated color." For this bathroom paint color, Labrum chose Benjamin Moore's Tempest as a plaster. It pairs nicely with the dramatic veining in the marble countertop and flooring.
Drench the bathroom walls and ceiling in olive green paint, as designer Roger Higgins did in this small space. "Saturated color adds ambiance and elevates the mood of a room," he says. "Add a high-gloss finish, and you’ll elevate the look even more." Try Olive by Little Greene for a similar look.
Try painting traditional beadboard in a sleek black hue and contrasting it with bright white paint on the upper half of the wall, as designer Linda Hayslett did for this tiny bathroom. She chose Black Beauty by Benjamin Moore for the beadboarding to put a modern twist on the classic style. "People often think black would be too overpowering or make a space look smaller, but in this case, Black Beauty helped to give character and life to this space," Hayslett says.
Benjamin Moore's White Dove is a tried-and-true designer favorite paint color for practically every room in a home. It's excellent for a bathroom if you're looking to create a serene environment. Designer Marguerite Rodgers used the shade on the walls of this bathroom and paired it with other neutral accents to enhance the room's tranquility.
Not only will a muted green hue promote a sense of calm, but this bathroom paint color can bring the outdoors in. “I chose Farrow & Ball Green Smoke for this cute powder in Texas because I wanted to continue the green from the exterior but didn't want it to be too dark," says designer Linda Hayslett. The soft, light green “makes an easy transition into the bathroom from the outside since it's accessible from the back patio and inside of the house,” she adds.
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