7 Unique Colors to Transform Your Nursery

Choosing the Right Nursery Paint Color

Adding color to a room can be difficult, no question. The perfect color adds the right amount of personality and character without overpowering a space. And when it comes to choosing the right paint color for your nursery, striking that balance can be even more of a challenge—crafting a space for your baby to sleep soundly but also one that stimulates their mind. It’s also a space where you will be spending a great deal of time, and as such, it should be an inviting space for you as well.

You may have already made over your living room for the new year, and your front door before winter weather rolled in, so now we’re offering a look at 7 colors to create a unique nursery for your new little bundle of joy.

Beautiful Blues

Blues don’t have to be reserved for boys; blues are more versatile and gender-neutral than old traditions would have us believe.

San Miguel Blue (DET569)

Named after the shade of blue found on the chapel walls at one of California’s historic missions, this blue paint color tells a story all its own. This wintery, teal-infused blue is soothing for a baby and cool and sophisticated for parents. The color also has the ability to grow with your child, making it a great color choice for a unique nursery.

Silver Skate (DE5801)

Another tranquil choice for your baby’s sleeping space. This soft, gray-toned blue is neutral enough to vibe with numerous design styles from modern to Coastal Grandma Chic and beyond.

Midnight Blush (DE5913)

Since you’ll likely be up doing feedings at midnight (... and 2 a.m. … and 4 a.m.) this color is aptly named for your baby’s nursery. With pale-purple undertones, this blue paint color is a unique choice that’s more reminiscent of pastels often associated with babies.

Earthy Neutrals

These earthy neutrals provide a hint of sophistication while embracing more youthful design styles.

Art and Craft (DET682)

Our 2022 Color of the Year is a versatile hue that embraces the fascination with handicrafts and Cottagecore so popular throughout the pandemic. To cultivate a simple space for your baby, one that embraces a more Montessori-style vibe, this earthy, sophisticated brown just might be an ideal paint color for your nursery.

Adobe South (DEC709)

If you want that slow living, desert style, this earthy neutral could be a great base to build your baby’s nursery around. In fact, it was a key color in The JTH Tucson color palette. Life with a baby necessarily moves quickly; bring some intention and stillness to each day with this luxe neutral.

Light Pine (DE5535)

If earthy tones are still on your list but you’re longing for a bit more color in your little one’s nursery, look to this muted, natural green with a touch of yellow, which was inspired by the sights and smells of pine trees local to our western mountain regions. This calm hue can act as a neutral in your nursery and pairs well with creams and pink accents for a charming Cottagecore aesthetic.

Modern Pink

More than just a feminine color these days, pink provides a more hip, global vibe to today's nursery styles.

Rose de Mai (DET432)

Rose de Mai will give your nursery a worldly vibe with a nontraditional baby pink. Reminiscent of the colorful walls of Marrakech, this paint color was the inspiration behind Claire Thomas’ Yucca Valley retreat, Oeste.

Ready to Begin?

Visualize your nursery design before grabbing a paintbrush. Download our InstaColor^® ID app then simply upload a photo of your nursery and give it an instant virtual paint job—or choose an image from our library to help you visualize. Dunn-Edwards is committed to bringing you the highest-quality paint that is trusted by both design experts and painting professionals. Don’t put your projects on hold any longer—order your free samples to get started.