6 neutral bedroom ideas

Neutral decor is making a comeback, and we think it's here to stay. We all need a calming place to retreat to. And what better spot than the bedroom? The key to neutrals is creating a feeling of cosiness and a feast for the eyes through clever textures and layering. Borrowing from the Chinese philosophy of feng shui, it's all about balance and harmony.

In colour psychology, neutral colours promote a sense of calm and restfulness. They aren't brash, they aren't in your face, they don't ask much of us. Ideal for the bedroom. We've shared some of our favourite colour palettes for a minimalist bedroom, so we wanted to follow up with six of our favourite neutral bedroom ideas that will turn your sleep space into a sanctuary.

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Neutral bedroom idea: neutral colour palette

The writing, and the colour, is on the walls. And when you're trying to create a sense of serenity in a bedroom, this is the best place to start. We love characterful, neutral colour palettes.. So much more than magnolia, these earthy, neutral colours come in all sorts of shades and styles.

Japandi style

The perfect pairing of Scandi style minimalism and the Japanese concept of 'wabi-sabi'. Japandi style keeps things simple whilst embracing imperfection with natural tones and textiles. Soft beiges (we love Beige 02 and Beige 03), Greige 01 and White 02, whether paired or solo, all work in a Japandi style bedroom.

If you're wondering how to style Japandi style colours or where to begin incorporating the Japandi style decor trend in your bedroom.

Scandi

'Industrial chic light' is how we'd describe the Scandi interior style. It still embraces minimalism and natural materials, combining untreated woods and plants with metals, glass, and ideally lots of natural light, but to a contemporary finish. If you want to go for a Scandi colour palette in your bedroom, take a look at our white paints, like  White 01 or White 03, paired with the blue-sky inspired Blue 01 and a neutral, grounding Greige 01.

New neutrals

Modern and minimalist, this updated take on the interior trend of neutrals is no longer about greys and whites. If you're wondering how to style the new neutrals colours in your bedroom, opt for soft beiges, greiges, or a gentle Pink 01 masquerading as white. You can even introduce a little colour in the form of Green 01.

Neutral bedroom idea: cushions and throws

Once you've settled on your paint colour, time for the fun bit: cushions and throws. Soft furnishings are a great way to layer similar colours or introduce a new colour in a bedroom (this is where our colour palettes come in handy). You don't need a King size bed to pile your cushions and throws high.

If you've gone for light walls, then dark bed linens are a stylish way to create contrast. Or, you could keep things light and bright and introduce nuance through tactile textures and fabrics.

Neutral bedroom idea: textured rug or carpet

The perfect rug or carpet will really define a space. In the bedroom, we recommend placing it underneath your bed. Not only does this create some drama and make a statement of your sleeping space, it also means you've got something soft to sink your feet into when you wake up.

For a neutral bedroom, opt for natural textiles like jute and wool or a Moroccan style weave in neutral palettes. As with your cushions and throws, the key is contrast: by colour or texture.

For example, if you've got wooden floors, you might want to opt for a deep fluffy pile, or if you've got light cream carpets, you could opt for a dark sheepskin rug. The choice is yours.

Neutral bedroom idea: blinds

No bedroom is complete without a decent pair of blinds (your sleep schedule will thank you), but which blinds are best for your bedroom? Whether you're looking to add a layer of colour to your bedroom or match them seamlessly to your walls by pairing them to your paint —it doesn't matter how minimalist you're going: a bare pair of windows in the bedroom won't do.

Neutral bedroom idea: warm woods

Neutral decor styles don't just focus on neutral colour palettes; they also champion the use of natural materials, like rattan and wood. Using warm, lightly treated wooden furnishings in your bedroom adds texture and breaks up the colours in what can sometimes be an otherwise stark wall. Go for the Japandi-style by opting for soft, organic shapes or a more untreated, industrial Scandi look —ideal if you're after a lighter wood finish.

Neutral bedroom idea: functional storage

An essential part of creating a calming, neutral sleep space is an absence of clutter. We know it's not easy: bedrooms aren't always the biggest, and we can't all have Cribs-style walk-in-wardrobes.

Ensure that your sleep space is a clutter-free zone by incorporating plenty of storage and making a feature out of it. A textbook example of form and function, whether it's wardrobes with stylish seagrass drawers or warm wood shelving, create a neutral look in your bedroom by making a decorative feature out of your functional storage.

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We hope that helped! If you want tips on how to create a neutral look in your home, have a read of how to style new neutrals in your home.