Give your bedroom a cool refresh with this versatile neutral.

Annie Schlechter

Using gray bedroom ideas can help you design a soothing, relaxing atmosphere.

Gray is also a color that’s incredibly versatile stylistically.

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It works well formodern retreatsbut can also be used to add a touch of traditional glamour.

Gray wallpaper is a calming option that will withstand the test of time.

It’s a more serene alternative to stark white, which can easily feel like a sterile hospital room.

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A Charming Green-Gray

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Green is another undertone you’ll find in gray.

Crispwhite trimstands out against the light gray walls and the blue and gray bedding.

At the same time, the artwork adds contrast and color without overwhelming the space.

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One less common metal that really pops in a bedroom with gray accents is copper.

Gray is a perfect color for upholstery, and this bed is a prime example.

Peach adds a sense of cheerfulness to this neutral.

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When pairing peach and gray in a bedroom, look for a light gray with sunny yellow undertones.

This color combo really pops in rooms with light-stained wood furniture and floors.

Gray Wood Finishes

ADAM ALBRIGHT

When coming up with gray bedroom ideas, think beyond paint.

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There are so many wood stain options to choose from, but a weathered gray one is often overlooked.

Bed frames and nightstands look wonderful with a gray stain.

For starters, this color can mature with them.

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As for the upholstery for the cushion, light gray makes for a great choice.

In fact, navy, gray, and brown look great when you put them together.

you might even add green and rusty orange to the mix to infuse some extra color into the space.

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you’re able to subtly weave it into places like your bedding or even your area rugs.

Pair it with creamy off- white accents if your style leans more antique than modern for balance.

If you want to remove some of the color, consider limewashing it with a gray tint.

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Limewashed Gray Bedroom Walls

TRIA GIOVAN

Brick is certainly not the only surface you might limewash.

Limewash can give plaster or drywall a gorgeous patina look.

Mixed Shades of Gray

Don’t limit yourself to just one shade of gray.

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Gray Bedding Set

Jay Wilde

This bedding set proves that all-gray doesn’t have to be boring.

Plus, a small dose of white will create some subtle contrast.

You’ll find this hue all over Paris, such as on oversized doors and Haussman building rooftops.

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It looks exceptional inFrench country bedrooms, especially ones with exposed wood beams and furniture.

So, consider highlighting the focal point with anaccent wallbehind it.

To further add interest to the accent wall, give it a little texture with some shiplap.

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Instead of wasting short walls,incorporate built-insto utilize every inch of your space.

Awindow seatadds function and a beautiful architectural feature that showcases comfy, colorful throw pillows.

Use asculptural pendant lightto draw attention to a tall ceiling and make the room look larger.

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The Moroccan-style bedside tables and the leather stool in front of the bed add contrasting materials and colors.

Coastal Grays

Victoria Pearson

Soft and soothing grays turn this coastal-style bedroom into a relaxing retreat.

Color Contrast

Contrasting colors are a gray bedroom idea that fills this bedroom with drama and energy.

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A mixed material nightstand adds character and tones down the more formal features in the space.

A neutral color scheme andmetallic accentsdress up the space, and a symmetrical furniture arrangement maintains a classic elegance.

Rather than installing them just horizontally, try out different layouts.

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A combination of vertical and horizontal sections will create an interesting look.

Then, finish it all off with some gray stain.

If the wood has an unsanded texture, it will absorb the stain in a beautifully contrasting way.

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Pretty In Pink

Jean Allsopp

Theceiling makes a statementin this pink and gray bedroom idea.

It softens the space and complements thepops of pinkin the wall art and bedding.

An off-white tufted headboard is a neutral base for whimsical polka-dot pillows and adds a touch of sophistication.

Bay window reading nook

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Pattern Repetition

Robert Brinson

Color and pattern repetition create a harmonious designin this bedroom.

Two gray twin beds are highlighted with beautiful printed tapestries behind them.

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white bedding with gray bedroom accents

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bedroom with a shiplap ceiling and concrete gray wall

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A neutral bedroom with a small midcentury modern end table with a lamp

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Shabby chic bedroom

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gray bedroom with multiple blankets

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light gray bedroom

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gray bedroom with orange accents

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gray contemporary bedroom

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gray bedroom with a butterfly wall

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gray bedroom with chandelier

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pink and gray bedroom

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gray bedroom with two beds

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