These expert-approved blue paint colors will help you find the perfect hue for every room.

From deep, classic shades to soft, gentle hues, blue is the epitome of versatility.

Blue paint colors are among the most popular for interiors, dominating the2024 colors of the yearlist.

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Blue gives walls a crisp, refreshing look, whether you prefer brilliantly saturated shades orsoft pastels.

And its no wonder: The soft, understated tone is one of the most livable bluepaint colors.

This deep blue shade has a cool gray-green undertone and looks classic enough to work as a neutral.

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This one has a hint ofviolet colorthat gives it a beguiling quality and a bright vibrancy.

This soft shade of blue-green isOntario-based decorator Michael Penneyssignature hue.

Robins-egg blue is a good beginner color, he says.

Modern kitchen cabinets painted in navy blue color

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We see it in the sky and water all around us, so our eye is used to it.

However, this pale blue can be difficult to pick from paint chips.

Choose from blues that neighbor greens.

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This livable hue canunderscore the palette of a whole house.

This light blue shade works well with midtone woods and bothwarm and cool neutrals.

The two timeless colors look especially fresh when paired with a snappier hue, such as magenta ormustard yellow.

Mantel painted in cornflower blue with abstract painting on mantel

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Choose a blue thats either pale or saturated (not a middle tone) to keep the palette fresh.

Alternatively, pair it with otherjewel tonesfor a more vibrant and playful space.

Beforepainting your walls,designer Khristian A. Howellrecommends giving aqua a test run on a piece of furniture.

Wall paneling painted in royal blue with a white mirror leaning against the wall

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Being bold is all about balance, she says.

In other words, dont use aqua on every surface in the room.

A tiny dose will make an impression, especially in aroom full of grays, creams, and whites.

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Use it to create arelaxing bedroom retreat, layering it with light tone-on-tone neutrals such as off-white and beige.

Cozy up the space with light woods,matte black metal accents, and plenty of soft textures.

When using less intense hues, contrasting counterpoint is less important.

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It’s a complex blue-green hue that’s an intense mix of cyan and turquoise.

Consider how much light the room receives.

A south-facing room flooded with sunlight will always look great in a rich, bold color, Elaine says.

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Bring in a little maturity with a stately, midrange neutral,such as taupeor camel brown.

This dramatic hue is intensely saturated and looks great on built-in bookshelves, kitchen cabinets, orbathroom vanities.

These serene blues will also do the trick.

Wall paneling behind a sofa and end tables painted in sapphire blue

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Absolutely, saysSan Francisco designer Kelly Berg.

If a color makes you feel good, it will likely soothe you, too, Berg says.

Listen to your intuitive response to color.

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Fear can hold us back from picking the colors that feel good, but be brave!

Cerulean Blue Paint Color

Cerulean blue is a midtone blue shade that’sclose to cobaltbut slightly more muted.

Powder blue with a touch of green makes for a soft and elegant all-over wall color.

Textured cyan blue wall with two wood stools in front of it

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Layer it with cool metals such as polished chrome and patterned textiles for timeless charm and character.

Add warm accents likeorange pillows, gold frames, orhoney-hued woodfurniture or floors to create a balanced look.

Teal doesnt work well as a monochromatic palette, saysthe color expert and interior designer Philippa Radon.

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It embraces other colors.

Radon recommends bright accents such as crimson,citrus green, or neon yellow to keep it fresh.

A smallbit of pinkor red can also help energize the room.

Teal wall behind a white bed and nightstand in a bedroom

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Pair the color with a crisp, clean white to prevent it from looking washed out.

Suggested paint color:Bracing Blue SW6242, Sherwin-Williams

Paint Colors for a Beautiful Space

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Chambray blue wall with wood bench and patterned area rug in front of it

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light blue white brown living room color scheme

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Sky blue wall with red and white artwork and a white stool with a bowl of strawberries in front of it

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Cabinets around a home office space painted in cobalt blue

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End of a hallway and hallway ceiling painted in cerulean blue

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Light blue-green wall and a patterned wall sconce and white upholstered chair in front of it

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blue living room payphone art on fireplace mantel

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Column in the corner of a modern white room painted in indigo blue

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Haint blue paint on wood planked wall with a canvas, wood ladder and chair in front of it

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Modern bathroom wall painted in blue with wood accents and white walls

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blue-gray bathroom with red flowers

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