Is a bathroom a good room to try a dark paint color?

It is the best room for it. Dark, dramatic colors are a big commitment across a living space, but a bathroom is small and self-contained, so you get the full effect of the trend without committing the rest of the house to it.

What is a good dark color to start with?

Urbane Bronze SW 7048, a combination of black, gray and brown. It is grounded rather than severe, works on interiors and exteriors alike, and pairs well with tan and greige neutrals, which makes it an easy way to ease into darker colors.

Should I paint the trim and ceiling too?

For the biggest impact, yes. Carrying a color like Urbane Bronze across walls, trim and ceiling creates an enveloping, cozy effect rather than a room with dark walls in it. In a small space that reads as deliberate rather than heavy.

What if I am not ready for a very dark color?

Hale Navy HC-154 is the halfway house. It gives you the depth and drama of the trend while staying recognizably a navy, which most people find easier to live with than a near-black.

5 Paint Colors for a Dark, Moody Bathroom

5 Bathroom Paint Colors for Dark, Moody Bathrooms

There’s just something fun about using dark paint colors to create a moody and dramatic space. They’re versatile in the sense that you can use a little to create a focal point or a lot to create an overall effect. Either way, dark, theatrical colors have been a persistent trend. Bathrooms happen to be a great way to try out this trend without overcommitting. Keep reading to learn about our top 5 paint colors for a dark, moody bathroom.

Urbane Bronze

Urbane Bronze is an incredible combination of black, gray, and brown. It’s beautiful on both exteriors and interiors and it’s a great way to ease into the dark paint color trend we’re seeing this year. It’s a very grounded color and pairs well with neutrals like tan or greige colors so it’s great for creating a sophisticated and tranquil space. For the largest impact, consider using Urbane Bronze on your bathroom walls, trim, and ceilings to create a cozy feeling that you’ll love spending time in.

Hale Navy HC-154

If you’re not quite ready to dive into the super dark paint colors, but you want to give this trend a try, check out Hale Navy. It’s a classic color from Benjamin Moore that has a huge fanbase. It’s a bit more modern than some traditional navy blues because it features a slightly gray undertone. The gray undertone really helps to ground the paint color. Hale Navy is beautiful on cabinets or walls and pairs really well with white trim for that crisp, clean contrast.

Greenblack 6994

A bathroom visualised with a deep green-black wall color

For our bravest souls that love trying a new paint color trend we have Greenblack. This color is not subtle and is sure to bring that wow factor to your bathroom. The base is a cool black with a slightly green undertone and it works exceptionally well on walls and cabinetry. If it feels a little intense, consider doing just your cabinets or an accent wall to draw the eye and create a statement. When going with a black paint color, try to look for one that has some kind of undertone rather than a classic black because those undertones add a lot of personality and help the color feel much more dynamic within your space.

Dark Purple 2073-10

Some clients are really looking for a moody vibe that still feels romantic and inviting. Dark Purple from Benjamin Moore checks all of the boxes with a rich plum tone that brings a hint of mystery and glamour to any space. We love this for a bathroom because it’s not a color you see all of the time, so it will definitely stand out. This bathroom paint color pairs really well with white, black, or even tan countertops. So grab a sample and see if you feel like it works within your space.

Mount Etna 7625

A bathroom visualised with Mount Etna deep red walls

Blue is the most commonly requested color our designers receive, so we had to include a couple blue options. Mount Etna from Sherwin Williams is sure to stun with it’s slate gray base and subtle green undertones. It’s a very interesting and universally appealing color. Try this as an allover color or create a statement piece by painting your bathroom cabinets in this dramatic and moody paint color.

Small Paint Projects

Bathrooms are a great way to test this paint color trend out because they’re small and often closed off from other spaces. So they are great for a unique color scheme without creating a lack of harmony with the rest of the house. However, it can be difficult to find a professional interior painter to help tackle a project this small. Most companies prioritize larger projects where they can make more money.

Here at Kind Home Painting we are committed to helping as many homeowners as possible to create the home and space they’ve been dreaming of. Since we understand how difficult it can be to find a painter for smaller paint projects we created our Small Paint Projects program. This program offers straightforward flat-rate pricing for smaller jobs; the Small Paint Projects page has the current rates and warranty terms. You can also add on a professional color consultation with a color designer to help you land on the perfect deep paint color that provides the impact you’re looking for. Use this link to request a complimentary estimate and get your project started today!

If it is a small project, our Small Paint Projects program is built for exactly this. Request a free estimate when you are ready.