25 Designer-Approved Bathroom Paint Colors to Refresh Your Retreat

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.

Golden Brown

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.

 

Warm White

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.

 

Taupe Grey

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.

 

Cornflower Blue

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.

 

Shell Pink

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.

 

Warm Beige

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.

 

Hunter Green

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.

 

Slate Blue

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.

 

Soothing Purple Plaster

"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.

 

Glossy Olive Green

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.

 

Sleek Black and Bright White

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.

 

Soft White

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.

 

Muted Green

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.

 

Crisp Ivory

"Ivory is an excellent canvas for the addition of energy and personality through bath linens, counter accessories, and wall art," says Emily Munroe, who designed this bathroom. "We are huge fans of color, with a reputation for pushing the limits on bold pattern-on-pattern designs, but we often end up designing bathrooms with crisp ivory walls." For a similar shade, try Swiss Coffee by Benjamin Moore.

 

Sparkling Ruby Red

Bring the party into your bathroom with rich jewel-tone colors, as designer Kati Curtis did in this Boston-area home. She used Dark Burgundy by Benjamin Moore to give it a mysterious, moody feel. A purple chandelier and tropical curtains brighten up the space.

 

Lush Duck Green

While this luxurious bathroom designed by French & French Interiors is technically a guest bath, it has a creative concept worth applying to any main bathroom (especially a smaller one!). The design makes choosing a green as lush as Duck Green by Farrow & Ball easy. We love how it lets the arched mirror pop against the backsplash.

 

Sweet Lavender Haze

Every day feels like summer in this dream of a bathroom created by designer Kureck Jones. The relaxing lavender bathroom paint color pairs perfectly with the tonal pinks and purples of the tile and the romantic leaf motif on the floor. Try Farrow & Ball's Sugared Almond for a similar look.

 

Fresh Cornflower Blue

Make a wall-spanning vanity stand out with powder blue paint. In this New England powder room by designer Katie Rosenfield, the paint pairs nicely with the sweet cornflower blue wallpaper, chrome accents, and silvery floor tiles. Try Harbor Fog by Benjamin Moore for a similar look.

 

Zesty Lime Green

Every day is a spa day when you're surrounded by art and built-in bookcases, like in this bathroom by designer Corey Damen Jenkins. The Greek Revival columns and bookcase are coated in Medieval Times by Benjamin Moore. The light olive green bathroom paint color adds character and vibrancy to the whole space.

 

Invigorating Sunny Gold

Wake up with an extra pep in your step as you enter a warm, soothing bathroom thanks to a pop of sunshine through paint. For Dabito's bathroom, the designer chose Golden Aura for the arched shower door and Blooming Jasmine for the walls, both by Behr. The combination creates a lively yet relaxing atmosphere.

 

Mysterious Deep Plum

A deep shade of plum emboldens the beadboard paneled walls in this bathroom designed by Heidi Caillier. Opening up to a dusty peach-toned bedroom, the bathroom plays the role of its moodier counterpart and adds just the right amount of complexity. For a similar look, try Self-Portrait by Backdrop.

 

Refreshing Spring Green

This adobe home in Santa Fe, New Mexico, features tons of rich earth tones. In the powder room, French & French Interiors matched the matte spring green bathroom paint color Calke Green by Farrow & Ball to the floor tiles, making the room feel extra bright and inviting.

 

Playful Clay Pink

Retro clay-toned tiles are brightened up by Sherwin-Williams's Bella Pink paint on the walls of this bathroom in designer Lathem Gordon's Georgia home. The bold gallery wall with colorful artwork ensures the space doesn't feel too monochromatic and adds character.

 

Quirky Turquoise Blue

With an adventurous mix of colors, patterns, and textures, this bathroom designed by Sean Scherer is bursting with character. The inky black clawfoot tub, bronze sconces, and gilt-framed artwork add a cool gothic twist to the light tropical turquoise wall painted in Farrow & Ball's Blue Ground. The floral carpets tie everything together.

 

Traditional Navy Blue

Designer Cameron Schwabenton chose a navy blue for this bathroom paint color to add a modern pop of color to the historic home. The farmhouse sink is a subtle nod to the Charleston home's earlier days as a kitchen house. Try Royal Navy by Little Greene for a similar look.