The 6 Most Calming Paint Colors
How do you want to feel when you walk into your home? If you're stepping into the bedroom, you likely want to feel peaceful. And if you're entering your living room after a long day at work, you're probably desiring calm. While a lot of factors go into creating the energy of a space and the subsequent feeling it gives you, the most powerful is wall color. Luckily, changing up the hue of your wall is as easy as buying a can of paint — just make sure you're reaching for the right color. Bright colors will energize rather than soothe your space. When you're going for relaxation, you want muted, nature-derived tones. To make this process as stress-free as possible, we've gathered the most tranquil wall colors ahead for your convenience.
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Soft Green
Just as in nature, green in the home is easy on the eyes and refreshing for the soul. In feng shui, green is considered to be balancing and healing; thus, it creates a very calming effect when used as a wall color. Look for soft, neutral shades of green when picking a paint color as they're much more soothing than vibrant variants.
Dusty Pink or Coral
Pink or coral are often thought of as a sophomoric pastel, more appropriate for a baby's nursery than a sophisticated wall, but in the right delicate, dusty shades, pink can be both beautiful and tranquil. In feng shui, it's often used to soothe the energy in a room.
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Cool Gray
Halfway between white and black, gray is as neutral as it gets. It will neither stimulate nor enervate, and this balanced quality makes it great for calming emotions and reducing anxiety and stress. Instead of a flat gray — which can be dull and unwelcoming — look for a soft but complex one with cool undertones.
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Sky Blue
If you've ever spent a lazy afternoon staring at the clear blue sky just daydreaming, then you understand the calming, contemplative, and creative nature of this hue. It's thought to calm the mind and body in feng shui and it's even been credited with lowering blood pressure and slowing down heart rate. Look for a color straight out of nature, like a soft sky blue, while steering away from supersaturated bold or juvenile pastel versions.
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Deep Blue
Want to usher wisdom, serenity, and deep calm into your space? Try deep blue. In feng shui, this rich hue is thought to evoke these feelings. But instead of covering your entire room in it, you'll want to mix in other colors, such as contrasting with white molding. This blue and white combo is said to provide a potent dose of refreshing energy.
Pale Lavender
There's a reason violet light is a favorite among meditators; it's thought to be on a spiritual wavelength and is helpful in bringing peace and wisdom. A pale shade, like lavender, is the perfect way to turn your bedroom into your own private zen sanctuary.