30 Designer-Approved Bathroom Paint Colors That Always Work

Sage Green

Sage green paint is notoriously calming since it evokes a feeling of being in nature, and that makes it a perfect color to paint your bathroom.

Calm is certainly achieved in this small bathroom, pairing green walls with geometric wallpaper, an antique vanity, and a black mirror so it feels equally modern and timeless.

Corn Yellow

Think yellow is too harsh a paint color? Think again. Energizing but not too harsh on the eyes, this pale-corn yellow paint brings a cheery feel to this bathroom.

Royal Blue

Create a bold take on coastal style with patterned tile and royal blue paint. Tyler Karu Design + Interiors added a clawfoot tub and a modern pendant to this historic Maine home.

White

Never underestimate a soft white paint color. You can never go wrong with the right shade of white for a bathroom. It's clean, tranquil, and goes with everything.

"While I love to use smaller bathrooms as an opportunity to add a lot of personality through color, I also appreciate the serenity of a white, calming hue," Laura Williams of ATX Interior Design says.

Beige

Use a beige paint color in a bathroom with lots of natural light to bring warmth. This soft shade of beige paint is used on the walls and double vanity of this bathroom from Desiree Burns Interiors.

Natural light brightens the beige so it's anything but boring, and acts as a neutral backdrop for the standout chandelier and graphic rug.

Light Gray

Crisp, clean, always in style—you can't go wrong with light gray paint in a bathroom. It's soft compared to a bright white, yet retains all the classic qualities. If you're color-averse but don't want to settle for white, choose a gentle shade of gray.

Soft Black

Soft black or charcoal paint will give your bathroom a soothing feel without being overly moody. Becca Interiors covered the walls and wainscoting in this modern farmhouse-style bathroom in an all-over shade allowing the vintage sink to stand out.

Deep Olive Green

Choose a deep olive green paint to complement darker wood tones in an older home, like the wainscoting in this powder room from Whittney Parkinson Design. Choose a floral print wallpaper with a similar background for a complementary look.

Charcoal

Worried dark-colored paint in your bathroom will make a small space feel even more cramped?

"There was plenty of natural light reflecting off the white tile, so a darker paint didn't make the space feel small or dark overall," says Laura Williams of ATX Interior Design, who painted this space in Benjamin Moore's Cheating Heart.

Blue-Green

The dynamic tone of blue-green, which varies based on the amount of natural light and what you pair with it, makes this shade extra versatile. Bria Hammel Interiors went for a colonial-style look, with pale patterned wallpaper, vintage art, and touches on neutrals.

Lilac

It's a little girl's dream come true: a bathroom painted a vibrant shade of lilac purple, with colorful art and feminine light fixtures. Mary Patton Design would know; this is her daughter's bathroom.

Cotton Candy Pink

Paint your bathroom vanity in a sweet shade of candy pink for a fresh color accent. Andrea May Interiors used the same shade on the shiplap ceiling.

Crimson Red

Red paint, in general, isn't for the faint of heart, but the powerhouse color takes on a more universal tone with this crimson shade. Natural elements all add a down-to-earth feel to the spirited color.

Midnight Blue

Need a dose of bravery to use a dark paint color, like this rich midnight blue, in your bathroom? Take it from interior designer Bethany Adams.

"Save the moodier hues for your powder room," Adams says. "These tend to be in darker, out-of-the-way spots. so a dark or bold color can visually expand a space and lend some impact."

Green-Gray

Soft green-gray paint is calming and relaxing. This bathroom from The Interior Collective proves that adding a touch of gray to any tone creates a livable, timeless color worthy of any space—including a bathroom.

Dusty Mauve

Mixed shades of green and pink for a crowd-pleasing color palette. In this kids' bathroom from Annie Downing Interiors, child-like playfulness and grown-up sophistication coexist thanks to fun square patterned shower tile in shades of emerald and dusty mauve placed in a random pattern.

Mint Green

At a loss for paint color inspiration? Perhaps take a peek at your toothpaste. Maybe you'll want to transfer the fresh, awakened feel of mint to your walls.

Designer Desiree Burns painted this galley-style primary bathroom with a soft mint green. Pairing mint with white elements provides an especially airy feel to a narrow space.

Off-White

Whether you consider off-white as a color or not, you can't deny the serene, soothing feel a swipe of that shade on these bathroom walls provides in the small space.

Becca Interiors kept this design classic and simple, with hexagonal floor tiles, a wood ceiling beam, a vintage-style sink, and a touch of greenery.

Cornflower Blue

Cornflower blue has a historic feel that's easy on the eyes, especially when paired with vintage art and elements like a one-of-a-kind mirror. Emily Henderson Design used a medium shade to create a calming feel in this bathroom design.

Concrete

Concrete gray is a versatile color that can complement any style space. Bria Hammel Interiors used it to cover the walls of this industrial farmhouse space finished with brass accents and reclaimed wood.

Chestnut Brown

Add warmth to an industrial loft bathroom with earth-toned shades of brown. Louis Duncan-He Designs paired chestnut brown wall paint with warm beige cabinetry and shimmery brown mosaic tile in this modern space.

Orange

For a bold retro feel, choose a shade of saturated orange. Dazey Den paired orange wall paint with shades of yellow and white to create a maximalist color story in this midcentury modern bathroom.

Light Blue

Choose a light blue shade of paint to give your bathroom a tranquil feel. In this timeless space from Kristen Elizabeth Design, an oversized window bathes the space in abundant natural light, lightening up the ocean blue during the day and providing a moodier look at night.

Rust

Swipe some rust-colored paint on the walls for a Tuscan-style feel in your bathroom. A brick tone adds an earthy touch to any small space, and works especially well with bright white elements to keep the color from overwhelming the room.

Blush Pink

Painting walls a blush pink is subtle enough to read as a neutral. Bethany Adams Interiors added a hint of color to this bathroom's walls and ceiling to complement black, white, and brass accents. The warm lighting makes the color glow.

Golden Yellow

Punch up your bathroom with some sunshine—especially if it lacks a window or is short on natural light—opt for an energetic golden yellow.

Dazey Den did this in a Palm Springs bathroom by pairing the paint color with a coordinating patterned wallpaper on the opposite wall.

Peach

Choosing peach paint is just as sweet as the fruit itself, which is why Zoe Feldman Design used the versatile pastel shade for this powder room. It's just enough pigment to register as a color without overwhelming your senses. Hint: it looks especially elegant when paired with brass or gold accents.

Eggplant Purple

Paint a bathroom purple, but opt for a shade with a regal richness. This eggplant purple is soft and elegant in this powder bath by Whittney Parkinson Design.

The paint's matte, textured quality is a design element itself, allowing you to go simple and stunning with the rest of your features—ideal for a small space.

Chocolate Brown

Brown may not be your first instinct when poring over paint chips, but this bathroom by Mary Patton Design may change that. This deeply-hued brown paint adds a historic touch to the powder room, making it an especially good match for Colonial-style homes.

Soft Pink

Any shade of pink is pretty, but we're partial to this baby-pink vanity. This bathroom creates a cheerful feel, but the classic elements—like brass hardware and the white countertop—ensure it's not too saccharin-sweet.