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7 blue bedroom ideas for a calm sanctuary

By Ellie Reeves | 14th March 2025 | 7 min read

Blue is the colour of calm – perfect for a restful bedroom. Whether you go deep navy or soft periwinkle, it sets a serene mood and can even make small spaces feel bigger. Ready to bring blue into your bedroom? We’ve got plenty of ideas to get you started.

A light blue painted bedroom with a wooden bed, white bedding, two wooden bedside tables either side of the bed, and a white and grey geometric print rug.A light blue painted bedroom with a wooden bed, white bedding, two wooden bedside tables either side of the bed, and a white and grey geometric print rug.A light blue painted bedroom with a wooden bed, white bedding, two wooden bedside tables either side of the bed, and a white and grey geometric print rug.A light blue painted bedroom with a wooden bed, white bedding, two wooden bedside tables either side of the bed, and a white and grey geometric print rug.

1. Light blue for bedroom bliss

If you’ve got a small bedroom, pastel blue walls can trick the mind to make your space appear bigger and brighter. Paint your boudoir in a light blue tint for an open and airy place to rest. This will prevent your room from feeling too claustrophobic, so you’ll have space to breathe again. Combine light blue with other cool tones such as white, cream, and grey. Finish off the look with light wooden furniture and white accessories for a room that will welcome you home with open arms.

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A dark blue room with a low side table painted in a matching shade of dark blue.A dark blue room with a low side table painted in a matching shade of dark blue.A dark blue room with a low side table painted in a matching shade of dark blue.A dark blue room with a low side table painted in a matching shade of dark blue.

2. Dramatic dark blues

There’s something extremely opulent about a dark blue bedroom. Darker tones such as indigo and navy make a room feel chic and expensive. Not to mention, dark shades are perfect for creating a relaxing space for a good night’s sleep. If you’re slightly wary of using a deep blue on every wall, why not paint a statement wall? Offset the darkness by painting your other walls in a white, cream, or a lighter shade of blue. If your space is small and you want it to appear bigger, you could paint your furniture in the same colour as the walls. It’ll create the illusion of more space, plus it’ll help tie the whole look together!

A dark blue bedroom with blue wall panel effect wallpaper, light wooden effect flooring, a double bed and a blue upholstered bench besides the bed.A dark blue bedroom with blue wall panel effect wallpaper, light wooden effect flooring, a double bed and a blue upholstered bench besides the bed.A dark blue bedroom with blue wall panel effect wallpaper, light wooden effect flooring, a double bed and a blue upholstered bench besides the bed.A dark blue bedroom with blue wall panel effect wallpaper, light wooden effect flooring, a double bed and a blue upholstered bench besides the bed.

3. B&Q loves: elegant wood panel wallpaper

This trendy wallpaper helps you get the wall panel look for less money and effort. Gorgeous wallpaper like this looks great in any room – however it looks particularly impressive in a large room with high ceilings. So, if you’ve got a large room and you're feeling a little overwhelmed by all the area you need to style – then this wallpaper is just what you need. Deep navy blue is the perfect colour for an accent wall – it’s bold, daring, and ultra-luxurious. Pair with a light floor and accessories to balance out the feature wall so the space doesn’t feel too dark.

A small bedroom with a bold blue feature wall behind the white bed, and a selection of framed photographs on top of the headboard.A small bedroom with a bold blue feature wall behind the white bed, and a selection of framed photographs on top of the headboard.A small bedroom with a bold blue feature wall behind the white bed, and a selection of framed photographs on top of the headboard.A small bedroom with a bold blue feature wall behind the white bed, and a selection of framed photographs on top of the headboard.

4. Energizing blue feature wall

Do you struggle getting out of bed in the mornings? This bright shade of electric blue will certainly wake you up. Paint all four walls with this uplifting tone, or paint just one wall for a wonderful feature. We’ve used GoodHome Valbonne to coat this bedroom wall. This energizing shade pairs beautifully with white furniture and grey accessories for a contemporary look.

A white room with an upcycled bedside table with drawer fronts painted in light blue and turquoise.A white room with an upcycled bedside table with drawer fronts painted in light blue and turquoise.A white room with an upcycled bedside table with drawer fronts painted in light blue and turquoise.A white room with an upcycled bedside table with drawer fronts painted in light blue and turquoise.

5. Upcycle your furniture with blue paint

Do you want to give your bedroom a sprinkling of blue without painting or wallpapering your walls? Perhaps you’re living in a rented space, and you’re not allowed to decorate, or maybe you just want to keep your walls neutral. There are loads of ways to bring blue into your bedroom, one of which is upcycling your bedroom furniture. This mid-century modern bedside table looks gorgeous with freshly painted ocean blue drawers. Experiment with different shades or use stencils or sponges to create different textures and effects.

A room with two tone walls, the lower half is painted in dark blue and the upper half is painted in white, and there is a turquoise console table in the corner.A room with two tone walls, the lower half is painted in dark blue and the upper half is painted in white, and there is a turquoise console table in the corner.A room with two tone walls, the lower half is painted in dark blue and the upper half is painted in white, and there is a turquoise console table in the corner.A room with two tone walls, the lower half is painted in dark blue and the upper half is painted in white, and there is a turquoise console table in the corner.

6. Blue and white two tone walls

Want to use a dark blue in your bedroom, but worried that the colour could dominate the room, making it appear smaller? Here’s an idea! You could paint just half the wall and leave the other half white or cream. Not only does it create a gorgeous feature, but it allows you to use a bold colour without making your bedroom feel dark and cramped.

Bedroom with white and blue botanical wallpaper, a grey bed with white bedding, and a stack of books as a bedside table topped with a houseplant.Bedroom with white and blue botanical wallpaper, a grey bed with white bedding, and a stack of books as a bedside table topped with a houseplant.Bedroom with white and blue botanical wallpaper, a grey bed with white bedding, and a stack of books as a bedside table topped with a houseplant.Bedroom with white and blue botanical wallpaper, a grey bed with white bedding, and a stack of books as a bedside table topped with a houseplant.

7. Decorate with delicate florals

Patterned wallpaper can add depth and texture to a bedroom. We’re totally besotted with this beautiful botanical print wallpaper. A light wallpaper helps to brightens the room, making it feel open and airy. The pattern is simple and subtle, which means you can still incorporate other prints and textures without causing any pattern clashes.

Birds eye view of blue bedroom inspiration, including paint tins and lids, blue fabric swatches, photographs and blue mugs.Birds eye view of blue bedroom inspiration, including paint tins and lids, blue fabric swatches, photographs and blue mugs.Birds eye view of blue bedroom inspiration, including paint tins and lids, blue fabric swatches, photographs and blue mugs.Birds eye view of blue bedroom inspiration, including paint tins and lids, blue fabric swatches, photographs and blue mugs.

Colour matchmakers – finding the perfect blue

No matter what shade of blue you’ve got your heart set on – you can get the exact colour mixed at B&Q. Whether you’re inspired by your favourite royal blue jacket, or the shade of indigo on your lampshade – get any shade your heart desires mixed at your local B&Q store. Simply bring your sample into a store, place it under the scanner at the colour mixing desk and one of our store colleagues will create a bespoke colour just for you.

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Digital Content Writer Ellie Reeves

Ellie Reeves

Digital Content Writer

Ellie is a content writer with over six years of experience in home décor and DIY. She’s on a mission to help people create a home they love. Big on dopamine décor and colourful accessories, she’s all about adding personality to every space...Read more