These designer-approved shades are the only ones you’ll ever need.
If you’ve spent hours standing at the paint counter trying to decide which paint color will pull your bathroom makeover together, but still ended up leaving the store empty handed, then we have good news for you! While there is no one-size-fits-all bathroom paint color that will work for every space, we’ve pulled together a convenient list of our 25 favorite timeless, designer-approved paint colors for bathrooms. From classic warm whites to moodier shades like nature-inspired greens, these paint colors will transform your bathroom from blah to beautiful.
And, these aren’t color ideas just for walls! Below you’ll find ideas on other inventive ways to bring color into your bathroom through paint—on the ceiling, on a clawfoot tub, or even just on the window trim. Plus, all of these paints all available to ship right to your door, so once you’ve decided on your perfect hue, just sit back and wait for it to be delivered right to you.
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Snowbound by Sherwin-Williams
Sherwin-Williams’s cool-toned white fosters an airy feeling in this cottage guest bathroom. As a general rule, stick to cool whites, as opposed to warmer shades, to maximize a space’s breeziness factor.
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Wall Paint Color: Snowbound by Sherwin-Williams
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Bunker Hill Green by Benjamin Moore
Let’s be clear: We absolutely love green and think it belongs in every room. This bright green paint color by Benjamin Moore strikes the perfect balance between pastoral and coastal.
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Wall Paint Color: Bunker Hill Green by Benjamin Moore
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Stuart Gold by Benjamin Moore
Just because your walls are white doesn’t mean your bathroom has to be devoid of color. In this Michigan lake house, a patterned tile floor dictates a color scheme of campy greens, golden yellows, and happy blues.
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Vanity Paint Color: Stuart Gold by Benjamin Moore
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Montgomery White by Benjamin Moore
If you’re installing shiplap for a modern farmhouse-style bathroom, bring in a bit of patina via warm tones. Here, the warm, not-quite white on the walls and ceiling adds subtle contrast to the more classic white paint color used on the shiplap and trim.
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Wall Paint Color: Montgomery White by Benjamin Moore
Shiplap Paint Color: White Dove by Benjamin Moore
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Smoky Azurite by Sherwin-Williams
In a shared bathroom, stick to crowd-pleasing shades such as this denim blue by Sherwin-Williams. When paired with dark wood tones and black tile, the happy hue takes on a sophisticated spin.
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Wainscoting Paint Color: Smoky Azurite by Sherwin-WilliamsRELATED: See More of This Budget-Friendly Bathroom Makeover
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Abysse by Behr
If you’re going to wallpaper a bathroom, don’t forget to paint the trim a coordinating color. In this cottage bath, a moody blue-green shade plays up the naturalist vibe.
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Trim Paint Color: For similar, Abysse by Behr
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Smoke & Mirrors by Benjamin Moore
For a gray that feels more rustic than millennial, choose this hue by Benjamin Moore for its greenish undertones that add delightful dimension.
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Wall Paint Color: Smoke & Mirrors by Benjamin Moore
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Black Blue by Farrow & Ball
Don’t forget the ceiling! In this bathroom, a patterned wallpaper pulls out the deeper shades of green from this delightfully moody paint color. Tip: Try a high gloss finish on wood ceilings for the best effect.
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Ceiling Paint Color: Black Blue by Farrow & Ball
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Simply White by Benjamin Moore
When paired with off-white trim, a quiet and calm shade of white takes on a new life. In this bathroom designed by Alexis Garrett, the soft white walls feel like a warm, sun-washed hug.
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Wall Paint Color: Simply White by Benjamin Moore
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Palmetto Pink by Benjamin Moore
Often considered the most universally flattering shade by old school designers, fleshy pinks, such as this paint color by Benjamin Moore, provide a certain glow to one’s appearance.
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Wall Paint Color: For similar, Palmetto Pink by Benjamin Moore
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Academy Gray by Valspar
Cool undertones push this gray hue a bit more blue, especially when paired with a similarly shaded wallpaper.
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Baseboard Paint Color: Academy Gray by Valspar
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Signature White by Valspar
You can’t go wrong with the classics and this crisp white by Valspar is just that. Bright and clear, the old school shade pairs well with a bathroom full of white porcelain and warm woods.
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Wall Paint Color: Signature White by Valspar
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Cocoa Berry by Sherwin-Williams
A lighter, happier shade of mauve, this muted mauve by Sherwin-Williams works well with the rustic sophistication of the warm woods and patterned textiles curated here by designer Emily Henderson.
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Wainscoting Color: Cocoa Berry by Sherwin-Williams
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Aquifer by Behr
A crisp and cheery blue with just a hint of gray, this happy color by Behr brightens up this cottage-style bath with ease.
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Wainscoting and Tub Apron Paint Color: For similar, Aquifer by Behr
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Eating Room Red by Farrow & Ball
In this pretty powder room designed by Louise Roe, founder of homewears brand Sharland England, the deep and moody red wainscoting plays off the rich wood tones of the mirror.
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Wainscoting Paint Color: For similar, Eating Room Red by Farrow & Ball
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Bistro White by Valspar
If you’re looking for the perfect slightly-off-white white, then look no further than this paint color by Valspar, which uses a hint of cool-toned gray to add depth.
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Wall and Ceiling Paint Color: Bistro White by Valspar
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Waterloo by Sherwin-Williams
Don’t be afraid to fill your space with bold color. Designer Jenni Yolo drenched this bathroom in a deep blue, then paired it with tonal tile and a painted vanity to amp up the moodiness.
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Wall Paint Color: Waterloo by Sherwin-Williams
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Oakmoss by Sherwin-Williams
When using wallpaper in your bathroom, look to the paper’s palette for complimentary shades. Here, a handsome green plays off the wallpaper’s more delicate sensibilities.
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Trim and Door Paint Color: Oakmoss by Sherwin-Williams
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White Dove by Benjamin Moore
White Dove has long been a designer favorite—and for good reason! Its creamy-yet-clean undertones means it works in any space, regardless of the other finishes in the room or the amount of natural light.
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Wall Paint Color: White Dove by Benjamin Moore
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Caribbean Teal by Benjamin Moore
This classically patterned floral wallpaper gets a modern shock thanks to trim painted in Benjamin Moore’s happy teal.
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Wainscoting Paint Color: Caribbean Teal by Benjamin Moore
Anna Logan
Senior Homes & Style Editor
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!
