The 60 Best Blue Paint Colors for Every Room in Your Home
From sky to navy, we’ve found a shade that will work for you.
There’s no shade more classic (or universally beloved) than blue. So, it’s no surprise that 2024 is being touted as the "Year of Blue" among those in the know. While green, still a crowd-pleasing favorite, has dominated years past color conversations, it seems as though blue is finally poised to take back the title. Don’t believe us? Pinterest doubled-down on the blue trend this year, naming aqua blue as one of its five colors of 2024 and noted that silvery metallic shades were finding strong footholds amongst Millennials and Gen-Z.
And there’s good reason the shade is so popular. “Blue has a universal appeal and can work with many different tastes and room styles—from living rooms to bedrooms and every room in between,” says the vice president of color and creative services at Behr Paint Company, Erika Woelfel. “You don’t have to be a risk-taker to incorporate blue into your space.” Risk-taker or not, there’s bound to be a shade of blue for you. If you’re ready to embrace a new hue, check out this list of the 60 best—and designer-approved—blue paint colors below.
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Fairview Blue by Benjamin Moore
Nothing is more classic than a white house with pale blue shutters! This perfectly symmetrical home brims with charm thanks a matching painted door.
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Shutter and Door Paint Color: Fairview Blue by Benjamin Moore
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Kensington Blue by Benjamin Moore
This ocean-blue Dutch door pops again the crisp white board-and-batten walls. Designer Alexis Garrett repeated the blue and white pairing in textiles throughout the cottage.
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Door Paint Color: Kensington Blue by Benjamin Moore
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Dutch Tile Blue by Sherwin-Williams
Country Living editor-in-chief Rachel Hardage Barrett opted for an airy blue on the trim and cabinetry of her Mississippi retreat. “This just-a-bit-moody blue has undertones that keep it feeling historic, not coastal,” says Rachel.
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Wall and Cabinet Paint Color: Dutch Tile Blue by Sherwin-Williams
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Endless Sea by Sherwin-Williams
Expert DIYers Victoria and Marcus Ford landed on this deep buttoned-up blue for their formal—but still relaxed—living room. White ceilings and a floor-to-ceiling window keep the space from feeling too moody.
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Wall Paint Color: Endless Sea by Sherwin-Williams
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Smoky Azurite by Sherwin-Williams
In a small bathroom, color is hugely important. Here, blue subway tile and painted wainscoting act as bold accents against the bathroom’s traditional bright and light finishes.
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Wainscotting Paint Color: Smoky Azurite by Sherwin-Williams
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New York State of Mind by Benjamin Moore
Surrounded by airy whites, this built-in bed nook designed by photographer Matt Albiani and his partner, Ron Brand, becomes a cozy and calming retreat thanks to curtains of indigo mud cloth and a splash of deep paint.
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Wall Paint Color:New York State of Mind by Benjamin Moore
Ceiling wallpaper: “Granada” by Serena and Lily
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Parma Gray by Farrow & Ball
In this pretty entryway designed by Lilse McKenna, a subtly patterned wallpaper pairs well with a classic chair rail doused in a dreamy, light shade of blue.
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Chair Rail Paint Color: For similar, Parma Gray by Farrow & Ball
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Salty Dog by Sherwin-Williams
Trust us, just because your kitchen is small doesn’t mean it has to be all white! Instead, take a page out of the duo behind The Groggy Anchor’s playbook and opt for a striking shade of navy blue and pair it with butcher block countertops for an added layer of texture.
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Cabinet Paint Color: For similar, Salty Dog by Sherwin-Williams
Vardo by Farrow & Ball
Need just a pop of color? Then look no further than this rich aqua-teal. When paired with wood and leather accents, it feels refined, not flashy.
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Trim Paint Color: Vardo by Farrow & Ball
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Sicily or Cyprus by Backdrop & Hague Blue by Farrow & Ball
Can’t decide between blues? You don’t have to! This attic bedroom and bath proves that a moody navy and a poppy aqua can (and should!) go together.
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Bathroom Floor Paint Color: For similar, Sicily or Cyprus by Backdrop
Bedroom Floor Paint Color: Hague Blue by Farrow & Ball
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Vast Sky by Sherwin-Williams
This prettied-up bedroom corner ties a palette of blues and greens together with bold furniture and art.
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Wall Paint Color: For similar, Vast Sky by Sherwin-Williams
Danube by Sherwin-Williams
A shock of blue brightens up this rustic cabin kitchen, which is cocooned in nearly 100-year-old Douglas fir wood paneling on the walls and ceiling.
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Cabinet Paint Color: Danube by Sherwin-Williams
Oval Room Blue by Farrow & Ball
Built-in bookshelves, painted in a happy blue-gray and filled with a collection of art, books, and objects, liven up this pattern-filled home designed by Heidi Caillier.
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Built-In Paint Color: Oval Room Blue by Farrow & Ball
Cloudless by Sherwin-Williams
While designer Heather Chadduck Hillegas chose a soft, watery blue for the ceiling of this coastal Carolina home designed in partnership with Historical Concepts, she picked a bright and happy turquoise to highlight the classic window trim.
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Trim Paint Color: For similar, Cloudless by Sherwin-Williams
Ceiling Paint Color: Lullaby by Sherwin-Williams
School Blazer Blue by Backdrop
A strikingly handsome navy offers a more straight-laced background for this collected entryway. Natural wood elements such as the ones shown here help soften bolder colors.
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Wall Paint Color: For similar, School Blazer Blue by Backdrop
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Blue Daisy by Benjamin Moore
Ever the master of mix, singer-songwriter and serial home renovator Holly Williams paired these dusty blue kitchen cabinets with a ladylike floral wallpaper in a graphic black and white colorway. Brass elements meant to age over time bring a nice layer of patina.
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Cabinet Paint Color: Blue Daisy by Benjamin Moore
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Midnight Blue by Benjamin Moore
In this cozy living room designed by husband-and-wife duo Stephenie and Chase Watts, a dark blue drenches the space in cozy vibes. Velvet curtains, faded orange wingback chairs, and a tufted plaid ottoman pull together the sit-a-while space.
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Wall Paint Color: Midnight Blue by Benjamin Moore
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Beach Glass by Benjamin Moore
Reno guru Christina Salway pulled from the existing palette of her colorful New York farmhouse for this relaxing bedroom. “Instead of bringing in an all-new scheme, I opted for subtler versions of colors already in play elsewhere,” says Christina. “It's one of my favorite design tricks for creating a different feel without having a room seem out of place.”
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Wall Paint Color: Beach Glass by Benjamin Moore
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Blueberry by Benjamin Moore
Designer Katie Rosenfeld went for a striking ocean blue on the shingled exterior of this coastal Maine escape. The white trim sets off the bold color.
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Exterior Paint Color: For similar, Blueberry by Benjamin Moore
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Flashy Sapphire by Behr
Dare to make a bold statement in the entry with this dashing jewel tone shade. When paired with framed bandanas, it feels more rustic than regal.
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Wall Paint Color: Flashy Sapphire by Behr
Anna Logan is the Senior Homes & Style Editor at Country Living, where she covers design and decorating trends, home features, and gift guides. She also produces home features and styles content for the print magazine. When she isn’t working, can often be found digging around antique shops for the perfect find. Follow her adventures on Instagram!
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