Color drenching is one of the easiest, yet dramatic ways to paint a bedroom. The popularity for this paint trend has no signs of slowing down in 2025, although the new term ‘double drenching‘ is one to watch out for too…
I’m personally a huge fan of color drenching, and have multiple rooms in my home drenched in a range of colors. There’s only one decision on color to go for, and it can make smaller and larger spaces feel more intimate.
Tempted to try this hot color trend but not sure what shade to go for? From laidback blues to spicy reds, here are some of the best color drenching ideas for the bedroom.
19 Bold Color Drench Bedroom Ideas To Transform Your Space
1.The Unexpected Red Theory In Practice
Coined as ‘the unexpected red theory’ on TikTok, this trend suggests that having something red in a room is one of the best ways to execute a stylish interior, so why not go all in on the walls and ceiling with red?
If you’re new to color drenching, this involves saturating the walls, ceiling, doors and woodwork in the same color. Some people refer to all the walls being drenched in a bold color, color drenching, but this is not the same thing.
The bedroom below is expertly drenched in Sherwin Williams Roycroft Rose, a gorgeous burnt red orange shade which totally transforms this room. Opting for cooler shades on accessories and bedding is a great way to balance the spicy intensity of a red.
2. A Moody Bedroom Scheme
For a masculine feel, opt for a dark green, it carries a moody, sultry feel and looks fab in this bedroom which is combined with a home office. I love how the color has been carried through to the desk for a true color drenched look.
Let’s talk about paint. Typically, elements like woodwork need a different type of paint, but this does bring different sheens with it. However, using the same color in different sheens, such as typical emulsion on the walls and eggshell on the trim, the slight difference creates contrast and adds dimension to the room.
If you want to create a color drenched look that is flawless in color and sheen throughout, I really rate Farrow and Ball Dead Flat. We used Sulking Room Pink by Farrow and Ball in our powder room and the matte effect throughout is due gorgeous.
3. The Room Pleaser
If you’re not sure what color to drench your bedroom with, green is always a good idea.
It’s a room pleaser, working virtually well in any space, no matter the orientation. Lean into a soft sage green, or use a dark forest green for a moodier feel in your bedroom.
4. Earthy Color Scheme
Earthy color palettes are one of the most popular types of color schemes for a bedroom, they feel good to be in.
This forest green shade is Crownsville Gray by Benjamin Moore, color matched at home depot. It brings such a natural, rustic feel with it. Brass or gold accents look beautiful with a green like this, really bringing some warmth against those darker hues.
5. Blue Can Be Cozy
Forget everything you’ve ever been told about blue, blue can be cozy, and it’s one of the hottest colors on the rise in 2025.
Blue feels undoubtedly good for the soul, and I liken it to using a green. It’s a natural color and one that reminds us of summer escapes and being close to the sea.
You also don’t have to worry about cutting in, just another reason it’s one of my favorite ways to paint a room!
6. Luxurious Feel
Why not opt for a darker navy blue, this regal color instantly changes how the room feels, delivering a luxurious, sultry aesthetic.
Pairing with the cream furniture, softer tones and textures balances the intensity of the blue, creating a serene, cozy bedroom setup.
7. Mad About Blush
Red might feel a little bit too daunting to start with, but warm things up with a blush for a cozy, stunning effect in a bedroom.
If you’re worried about a one color room looking like it lacks depth, simply add some panelling. It will bring instant character and elevate the finished result.
8. A Cozy, Neutral Scheme
A neutral color scheme is good for the soul and looks good in any bedroom, no matter the orientation. This bedroom has been drenched in Light Blue by Farrow and Ball, a beautiful silvery blue which looks different in different light.
If you opt for a light neutral like this, do introduce color on your bedding with layered textiles like the below image.
9. Bright & Breezy Blue
Another example of how soothing and gorgeous an all in blue bedroom can feel.
This hue is perfect for more traditional homes, especially bedrooms with tall ceilings as it will make the space feel instantly coszier. Recreate the below bedroom with a blue such as Lulworth Blue, Farrow and Ball.
10. The Perfect Neutral
If you have a very sunny south facing bedroom, French Gray by Farrow and Ball is a gorgeous choice as it will balance the intensity of the sun.
Layer with natural materials such as wood and rattan for an ultra stylish, yet laidback bedroom.
11. Coastal Inspired
It’s hard not to feel uplifted in the company of this bedroom. Painted in Teal 01 Lick, this coastal inspired shade is a crowd pleaser.
And, this bedroom is satisfying the ‘unexpected red theory’ too, I always find red is a perfect companion for blue, it creates such a gorgeous color contrast.
12. Sultry Pink
Sulking Room Pink by Farrow and Ball is one of my all time favorite pinks.
It delivers a rich, sultry look that is ideal for south facing rooms. The bedroom below has skipped painting the trim, but remember a true color drench look involves saturating everything!
Opting for their Dead Flat range of paint is the easiest way to do this as you only need to buy the one type of paint.
13. Traditional Spaces
Color drenching does work in traditional and period bedrooms, but you do need to be a bit more sympathetic on the types of colors you use.
Sultry, moody, traditional shades generally work best for instant effect. This deep, blush pink is a beautiful addition to this room, with complementary bedding to match.
14. A Moment For Red
See how this red shade makes what is a cavernous bedroom look even cozier?
Painting a shade on the ceiling the same as the walls, makes the areas appear closer together than they are.
15. The Perfect Solution For Sloped Ceilings
If you have an attic bedroom with a sloped ceiling, this is the one space you should always color drench.
Painting a sloped ceiling in a different shade draws attention to it. Color drenching in the same shade makes the room flow better, as shown below.
16. Pretty In Pink
A lovely blush pink instantly uplifts a room, it will warm any cold north facing room up, and doesn’t have to feel overtly feminine.
Introduce black accents to the bedroom, not only will it pull the color scheme together, but it adds definition and a sense of modernity to the color scheme.
17. Easy On The Eye
Green is virtually the easiest color on the eye, and Breakfast Room Green by Farrow and Ball feels like an absolute pleasure to be in.
The simple styling in the room with white bedding and a bubble ceiling light contrasts beautifully for a dramatic, simple feel.
18. Add Drama To Your Bedroom
Up the luxe factor by leaning into a darker color such as Wine Dark by Farrow and Ball.
Take inspiration from the below and opt for tongue and groove panelling on your bed wall, it instantly adds character against the singular shade in the bedroom.
19. Blue Is Good For The Soul
Everyone is having a moment for blue right now, and Blue Nova by Benjamin Moore is another hue of blue that is the perfect cocooning color for a bedroom.
Whether you lean into coastal influences and keep things neutral and light, or add a more modern approach, blue feels great for a bedroom, it’s soothing, cozy and great for a color drenched space.
Looking for more recommendations on colors to use? Please leave me a comment below and I’ll come straight back!
Need some more persuasion? I share some of the reasons you should give color drenching a go for your next decorating project!
