6 neutral nursery ideas

There are plenty of good reasons to decorate your baby’s nursery in a neutral colour palette. It creates a timeless design that will last, meaning your little ones won’t grow out of their bedroom as they grow. A neutral colour palette provides the perfect blank canvas for freedom of expression and all their future artwork, plus, it doesn’t gender stereotype. And (arguably most importantly of all) a soothing neutral space can improve your baby’s sleep quality. A good night’s sleep for them means a good night’s sleep for you. 

From soft fabrics to cosy cushions, these neutral nursery ideas will create a calming environment for your little bundle of joy to enjoy. 

1. Neutral nursery idea: neutral colour palette

Our neutral colour palettes promise to create a relaxing room for your babies to rest in and play in peace. If you do want to introduce a little colour, go for Scandi-style shades, like airy whites and light sky blues or go for a dose of New Neutrals, which eschews whites and greys in favour of barely-there pinks, gentle greens, and greiges. 

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2. Neutral nursery idea: cushions and throws

In a baby’s world, texture and tactile surfaces are everything. It’s not just about designing an aesthetically pleasing room. You want to think about creating a sensory space, so try and consider all five senses. Create a comfy cocoon for you and your baby by filling it with sumptuous cushions and throws that they can snuggle up in.

3. Neutral nursery idea: textured rug

All fours is the mode of transport for tiny tots, so you’ll want a soft surface for them to crawl around on. We love this neutral colour carpeting and natural jute rugs that Charlotte from @27_the_brambles has gone for, especially in those organic circular shapes. They can also be a great way to designate a play zone and can make cleaning up afterwards that little bit easier.

4. Neutral nursery idea: wallpaper

You can add a touch of playfullness to your child's nursery whilst still going for a neutral look. Check out our Cherub 01 and Fruit 01 wallpaper designs - which feature gorgeously subtle pink tones, making them warm and instantly comforting.

5. Neutral nursery idea: warm woods

A great way to introduce your babies to the natural world is by way of natural elements. So, when you’re thinking about furnishing their nursery, consider warm wood finishes.

Not only is it a match made in heaven with neutral decor, but it is also robust and will not age. Unlike other neutral decor styles, in a nursery, be sure to use polished or treated wood. You don’t want any little fingers getting splinters.

6. Neutral nursery idea: functional storage

With babies comes an incredible amount of stuff, and it only multiplies as they get older. So to keep your life clutter-free, you’re going to need lots (and lots) of storage, like Laura from @our_forever_redrow. We love her easily accessible cupboards and drawers—not to mention that gorgeous, nature-inspired palm mural.

We hope these neutral nursery ideas helped. For more neutral decor inspiration, take a look at our blogs on neutral kitchen ideas, and neutral bedroom ideas. As always, happy decorating!