By Leanne
By Leanne
Are you struggling to find the right cozy colour for your space? Wether it’s your living room that needs a cozy makeover, or your bedroom that needs to be transformed into an oasis – these colour ideas will guide you as a starting point to consider for your space. Read on for 7 cozy colours and decor to match!
Green is great for balancing spaces
Green is a calming colour that can elevate a dark room and enhance a larger room with lots of light. It’s a colour that reminds us of nature and is kind on our eyes.
Cozy green home decor inspiration
Shop the look:
- Dunelm Lipypad Paint – £3.50 for a sample
- Green sofa from Le De Vita – £1,299
- Boho cushion from SHEIN – £6
- Green curtains from Graham & Brown – £98.42
- Chandelier from Litfad – £527.13
- Green rug from Furniture Village – £149
- Sage duvet from Debenhams – £40
- Sage lamp from Lights and Linen – £44.99
Brown is a warming colour in any space
Dark, reddish browns are perfect for all room types as they can feel cozy in south-facing and north-facing. Furthermore, dark brown paint, like Little Greene Affogato can work even in small spaces as it’s a rich hue relaxing on the eyes. The type of lighting you choose is also important when using brown, opt for yellow tones to keep your room feeling cozy.
Shop the look:
- Orange-brown sof from Daals – £699.99
- Terracotta stitched cushion from Daals – £32.99
- Orange-brown curtains from Dunelm – £28
- Brown glass pendant light from The Lightzey – £109.99
- Terracotta shaggy rug from Dunelm – £65
- Terracotta waffle duvet set from Dunelm – £52
- Wood and rattan wardrobe from Lakiq – £5,188.75
Love neutral? Choose a cozy grey to keep it calming
Grey is a wonderful colour to choose if you’re not keen on using colour in your room. Break up grey with warm wood and textures like wallpaper, panelling, fabrics and glass to bring your look together for a cozy ambience.
Shop the look:
- Churchgate Purity Grey paint – £24
- Grey L-Shape sofa from Furniture Box – £1,999.99
- Cozy waffle duvet in natural from Dusk – £60
- Grey textured ceramic vase from Habitat – £7.50
- Grey corduory cushions from Amazon – £10.99
- Grey panel lampshade from Next – £33
- Grey fog abstract painting from Abstract House – £179
Dark and cozy charcoal for a moody space
Neutrals cane be dark too, just look at this gorgeous charcoal paint from Dunelm that can make a space feel cocooned and cozy! Pair with metallics for a sophisticated look or use with white for a cozy contrast!
Shop the look:
- Dunelm Steeple Grey paint – £20
- Dark grey boucle sofa from Home Detail – £699
- Dark grey shaggy rug from Amazon – £29.99
- Shaggy cushions from Wooly Fluff – £47.90
- Grey fabric pendant light from Tekled – £110
- Linen duvet in Charcoal from Secret Linen Store – £209
- Charocal curtains from Dunelm – £50
- Charcoal wall mirror by Nicky Cornell £119
Dark blue is a lovely colour to paint your walls or furnish your home if you’re looking to create a calming yet moody space. Blue Smog paint is a blend of blue and grey, which leans into the more cooler shade. Steer away if you have a north-facing room as this may look too dim in that space.
Shop the look:
- Graham & Brown Blue Smog paint – £28.80
- Blue textured duvet in dark blue from Dunelm – £40
- Navy blue velvet sofa from Furniture 123 – £699.97
- 3 Light pendant blue glass lights from Amazon – £119.99
- Trio cloud artwork set from Etsy – £13.37
- Navy blue rug from Benuta – £218.95
- Blue triple door wardrobe from Oak FurnitureLand – £1,549.99
- Blue blackout curtains from Dunelm – £60
For tranquility, try taupe!
Taupe is a mix of brown and cream which creates a muted brown colour. This is a lovely colour if you like neutal styles but want a colour that is warm and feels natural.
Shop the look:
- Dunelm Pebble paint – £20
- Taupe fleece duvet from Littlewoods – £44.99
- Taupe loveseat from Dusk – £799
- Taupe textured rug from Rugs Direct – £199
- Floor lamp by Litfa – £526.32
- Velvet curtains from M&S – From £59
- Round mirror from Perch & Parrow – £130
Choose chalky white for a muted but fresh space
White can make a space feel clinical, avoid this by choosing a chalky white paint, which will look more muted and warmer. Ideal as an accent colour to contrast a main wall, or as trim for your skirting, coving, doors and alcoves, this Chalky White by Craig & Rose is a lovely choice for neuteral lovers.
Shop the look:
- Chalky White by Craig & Rose – £2.78 – £84.00
- Taupe sofa from Daals – £579.99
- Hand woven rug from Etsy – £92.53
- Curved wood coffee table from Lakiq – £376.49
- White silky duvet set from Dunelm – £25
- White boucle curtains from Tesco – £19.99
- White ash bedside table from Daals – £159.99
Create a plush space with dusky pink
Blush or dusky pink is an ideal paint colour if you are looking to create a romantic or whimsical space that is soft in colour. It’s delicate enough without overpowering a space of colour, yet fills the space with character instantly.
Shop the look:
- Laura Ashley Dark Blush paint – £39.99
- Cappucino duvet set from La Redoute – £36
- Blush pink curtains from Amazon – £44.99
- Natural bedside table from Dusk – £129
- Pink tassel chandelier from Litfad – £507.19
- Wavy pink mirror from Sklum – £139.95
- Milky tea slow rise sofa from Loaf – £2,495
- Pink abstract rug from La Redoute – £190
- Copper arc floor lamp from Lights.co.uk – £139.90
How will you Style Your Sanctuary?
From green to greys, white and taupe, blue and pink, there’s so many options when it comes to colouring your home in a cozy way. We hope you have found this article useful, wether it gives you decor ideas for your existing space, or inspired you to completely change up your room’s colour. If you are stioll unsure how to style your bedroom or living room, why not fill out our quiz here to receive a free mood board designed by us!