When selecting colours for most rooms in your home, it’s important to choose the ones that reflect you and bring to life the vision you have for the space, no matter how bold. However, when it comes to your guest room, you need to consider that different people will be using it, and choosing a colour scheme that is both pleasing and moderate might be advised. So whereas you may be more adventurous in your colour choices, using bold combinations to reflect your personality, this is a room designed to make your guests feel welcome and at home, so usually more neutral, less aggressive shades are used to make the space more universal. But that does not mean you can’t have fun with it! In fact, there are several popular guest room colours that can really bring the space to life while still making it accessible for everyone. Let’s check out some of these trends so you can choose the perfect look for your guest room!
Off White
Given what we just talked about, it should come as no shock that the first colour we suggest is an off white. Bright, neutral, and totally inoffensive, off white is the go-to colour for so many rooms for a reason. It goes with any decor, so whatever spare bedding and furniture you have to fill your guest room will blend right in and make the room feel complete. With this colour pallet, no guest will bat an eye when you show them where they will be staying, which is ideal when the goal is to make someone feel at home in a space.
Beige
Along with off white, beige – especially a lighter shade – is the perfect colour for a guest room if you want to go for something as neutral as possible. Like off white, it is calming, neutral, and goes with nearly every decor, but has a warmth to it that off whites sometimes lack, making a guest room feel relaxing, inviting, and also cozy. Though beige does not clash with many colours, it goes particularly well with browns, greys, and whites, so decorate your guest room with these shades if you want to really tie it together!
Light Grey
Staying with more neutral colours, light grey is bright, open, and versatile like off whites and beiges, but with a modern twist. It is subtle and smooth, and can create a feeling of quiet sophistication. When combined with bright whites or blues, it can give a guest room a modern look, so keep this in mind when selecting furniture and decor. This colour pallet is also excellent for guest rooms that double as an office or work area, giving your home office the feeling of a sleek work space.
Pale Green
Moving away from neutral tones, the next colours we will be discussing bring a bit more character to your guest room, but their light shades keep them from being overbearing. To start, light, pale greens work great for guest rooms. This earth tone is bright, inviting, and calming, perfect for making a visitor feel at ease, while being a little more playful than the previous shades. Light greens pair perfectly with other earth tones like browns, beiges, and creams, giving the room a really homey feel. As well, this colour does a great job of accenting wooden features such as bed frames and dressers, so remember that when furnishing this room!
Light Blue
Though many people associate this colour with a nursery, this is because light blue creates a peaceful, calming effect, which makes it a great choice for any bedroom in your home, including the guest room! Bright and airy, light blues bring a cheerful energy to a room while creating a sense of tranquility, perfect for both the rest and relaxation of the evening and the bright inspiration of the morning. As with pale greens, light blues go well with wooden features, especially lighter woods, as well as with bright whites, giving the room the feeling of a summer cottage.
Navy Blue
Though we talked about the importance of keeping a space like your guest room light and more neutral, this is the one colour we are going to propose that is on the bolder side. But don’t let the shade fool you – though navy blue is darker than the previous suggestions, it can still be a great choice for a guest room if you are feeling a little more adventurous. Navy blue is a rich colour that gives a room the feeling of luxury and sophistication. When combined with deep wooden furniture it can immediately modernize a space, making your guest room feel like a high end hotel. As well, pairing it with white creates a great contrast, offsetting the depth of the navy and giving the room a sleek, clean finish. Unlike more neutral tones however, navy blue does not go with everything, so be sure to consider how you are going to furnish the room before going with something so bold!
Though there is no wrong way to paint a guest room, these are just our suggestions for how to make a space feel calming and inviting for a guest while still adding a bit of colour. Have fun with it! Choose the colours that will suit your personality, the rest of your home, and will make your guests feel welcome. And once you’ve done this, contact Encore to make your vision a reality. Our industry leading specialists have the equipment and experience to quickly transform your guest room with a lasting and professional paint job. We begin all our projects with a free evaluation of the space, where we hear your vision and walk you through the process. There’s no risk in finding out how Encore Painting Ltd. can freshen up your guest room, so contact us today for your free evaluation.