paint color ideas for boys’ bedrooms

Searching for the perfect shade for the little guy? Try these go-to hues.

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It’s guitar one week, skateboarding the next. One thing you can always count on is that kids will be kids and their interest will change. Probably fast and often. Paint lets us change the look of a room instantly and in a cost-effective manner. Grab a paint brush and get ready for the ride!

Take a step back in time with this hip, retro boy’s room décor. The light blue, green, and orange colors create a vintage vibe. By painting the space above the white trim a bold black the room is instantly updated.
 
Paint color:
“Green wave” by Benjamin Moore

This earthy color scheme brings the tree house indoors. His imagination will always be soaring.
 

Paint color:

Castleton mist” by Benjamin Moore

Create an environment perfect for your tiny budding artist. Chalkboard paint fosters creativity (without leaving a mess!) and sets the stage for an interesting bedtime story.
 

Paint color (stencil green):

 “Green flat chalkboard rust-oleum” at Home Depot

Paint color (white): “

Sullivan green” by Benjamin Moore

Welcome to the jungle–or nursery. With a soft green palette on the walls and a bold floral rug for your little monkey to crawl on, large stuffed animals will watch over as he is playing and dreaming. 

Paint color:

 “Chameleon” by Benjamin Moore 

Give your busy little man a space to rest and relax between all those birthday parties. By adding sophisticated furniture and room décor, the transition from little boy to preteen will be much easier.
 
Paint color (walls):
 “Soft sky” by Benjamin Moore