29 Best Blue Paint Colors for Perfectly-Hued Walls

These expert-approved blue paint colors will help you find the perfect hue for every room.

teal paint lids
Photo: Greg Scheidemann

From deep, classic shades to soft, gentle hues, blue is the epitome of versatility. Blue paint colors are among the most popular for interiors, dominating the 2024 colors of the year list. Shades of blue range from soft and tranquil to dark and mysterious and fit just about every design style and type of architecture. Blue gives walls a crisp, refreshing look, whether you prefer brilliantly saturated shades or soft pastels.

From classic navy blue, which exudes timeless elegance, to a sky-inspired haint blue shade that's a Southern porch ceiling staple, this color family is the epitome of versatility. Some of the darker blue shades act as neutrals that add a hint of color, while others are highly saturated and pack a vivid punch. Whether you're planning a coastal-inspired bathroom refresh or want to boost curb appeal with a blue front door, these expert-approved blue paint colors will help you find the perfect hue for every room.

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Denim Blue Paint Colors

Blue paint lids on top of denim
Adam Albright

Sitting coolly between acid-washed and indigo, faded denim is always in style, and this wear-with-anything staple blue paint color is always popular in home design. And it’s no wonder: The soft, understated tone is one of the most livable blue paint colors. To get that feel, team an undersaturated blue (one softened with white or gray) with lighter and darker shades to create a soothing contrast.

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Navy Blue Paint Color

Modern kitchen cabinets painted in navy blue color

Courtesy of Sherwin-Williams

Naval by Sherwin-Williams is one of the most popular navy blue paint colors on the market. This deep blue shade has a cool gray-green undertone and looks classic enough to work as a neutral. It has a serene quality and looks beautiful layered with white marble, antique brass accents, and light neutral tones. Try this timeless blue shade in a home office, on your front door, or as a kitchen cabinet color.

Paint color: Naval by Sherwin-Williams

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Modern Blue Paint Colors

bedroom with bench
Kat Teutsch

Although blue is a classic, don’t avoid the hue if your style is more modern. To keep the palette simple, choose a medium blue for the major pieces, such as window treatments, upholstered furniture, or bedding, and a paler blue paint color for the walls. It’s easier to match paint colors to furniture, accessories, and fabrics than the other way around because paints offer greater variety.

Suggested paint color: Blue Haze 1667, Benjamin Moore

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Cornflower Blue Paint Color

Mantel painted in cornflower blue with abstract painting on mantel

Courtesy of Behr

Cornflower blue is a medium blue shade that's soft and gentle. Inspired by nature, a cornflower blue paint color fills a room with a tranquil, reassuring, yet lighthearted atmosphere. Use this lovely blue shade as an accent color on decorative wall paneling, a mantel, or stair risers for an unexpected touch of whimsy.

Paint color: Bluebird by Behr

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Royal Blue Paint Color

Wall paneling painted in royal blue with a white mirror leaning against the wall

Courtesy of Benjamin Moore

A royal blue shade exudes a regal elegance. This one has a hint of violet that gives it a beguiling quality and a bright vibrancy. Although it's a deep shade of blue, it's not quite as dark as navy blue and injects much more vivid, saturated color into a space.

Paint color: Dark Royal Blue by Benjamin Moore

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Eggshell Blue Paint Colors

teal paint lids
Blaine Moats

Invoke a sense of peace in your nest with hues inspired by blue-tone eggs. This soft shade of blue-green is Ontario-based decorator Michael Penney’s signature hue. “Robin’s-egg blue is a good beginner color,” he says. “We see it in the sky and water all around us, so our eye is used to it.” However, this pale blue can be difficult to pick from paint chips. “If you look at a real egg, it has a dash of green with the blue,” Penney says. “Choose from blues that neighbor greens.”

This livable hue can underscore the palette of a whole house. “Maybe it’s the walls in your living room and the ceiling in your bedroom, a table in the den, and china in the dining room,” Penney says.

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Baby Blue Paint Color

Blue wall with modern furniture in front of it

Glidden

A sweet baby blue will look beautiful in a nursery, bedroom, or spa-inspired bathroom. This light blue shade works well with midtone woods and both warm and cool neutrals. Finish the space with crisp white trim and textured details such as fun throw pillows, blankets, and a fluffy area rug.

Paint color: Ocean Cruise by Glidden

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Saturated Blue Paint Color

dark blue guest bedroom with moroccan-inspired colorful decor
Kim Cornelison

It’s hard to beat bright white as a companion for blue. The two timeless colors look especially fresh when paired with a snappier hue, such as magenta or mustard yellow. Choose a blue that’s either pale or saturated (not a middle tone) to keep the palette fresh.

Suggested paint color: Port Au Prince PPG1238-7, PPG Paints

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Sapphire Blue Paint Color

Wall paneling behind a sofa and end tables painted in sapphire blue

Courtesy of Valspar

Go with a sapphire blue shade for a moody, mysterious, and sophisticated look. This deep jewel tone looks ultra-luxurious when paired with velvet upholstery and brass accents and is a stunning choice for a dark and moody color palette. Alternatively, pair it with other jewel tones for a more vibrant and playful space.

Paint color: Sapphire Earrings by Valspar

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Aquamarine Blue Paint Colors

teal paint lids
Kim Cornelison

Try out the bolder side of blue with aquamarine hues. Before painting your walls, designer Khristian A. Howell recommends giving aqua a test run on a piece of furniture. “It’s not a sub for painting the whole wall—nothing is—but it gets your hands dirty with the color a little bit,” Howell says.

“Being bold is all about balance,” she says. In other words, don’t use aqua on every surface in the room. A tiny dose will make an impression, especially in a room full of grays, creams, and whites.

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Cyan Blue Paint Color

Textured cyan blue wall with two wood stools in front of it

Benjamin Moore

A cyan blue shade is an eye-catching mix of blue and green that produces a vibrant yet restful color. Use it to create a relaxing bedroom retreat, layering it with light tone-on-tone neutrals such as off-white and beige. Cozy up the space with light woods, matte black metal accents, and plenty of soft textures.

Paint color: Mill Springs Blue by Benjamin Moore

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Serene Blue Paint Colors

contemporary bedroom blue walls
Brie Williams

For a more serene look, scale back the intensity of blues and stick to only one or two variations. When using less intense hues, contrasting counterpoint is less important. The goal of a muted palette is to be subdued, so adding too many opposing elements will defeat the purpose.

Suggested paint color: Winter’s Breath PPG1038-3, PPG Paints

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Teal Blue Paint Color

Teal wall behind a white bed and nightstand in a bedroom

Courtesy of Behr

Inject a bold dose of color into a room with a true teal blue shade. It's a complex blue-green hue that's an intense mix of cyan and turquoise. Like a tropical breeze, this cool blue ushers in a refreshing ambience and works well in a bedroom, bathroom, or to update an old piece of furniture.

Paint color: Thai Teal by Behr

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Watercolor Blue Paint Colors

blue color swatches and paint lids
Adam Albright

Inspired by vibrant skies and ocean waves, the appeal of these watery blues is hard to deny. The love of blue is instinctual because we see so much of it in the sky, says New York designer Elaine Griffin, who explains how to translate this beloved hue into a gorgeous blue paint color for your walls.

Consider how much light the room receives. “A south-facing room flooded with sunlight will always look great in a rich, bold color,” Elaine says. In a room with less light, opt for a pale color on walls and save intense hues for accents.

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Chambray Blue Paint Colors

Chambray blue wall with wood bench and patterned area rug in front of it

Courtesy of Benjamin Moore

Like a perfectly worn-in pair of jeans, a dark chambray blue shade feels cool and comfortable. It's understated and familiar, has a faded finish, and is a versatile hue that suits a variety of interior spaces. Try it in a modern bedroom with dark woods and graphic textiles, a streamlined hallway featuring a contemporary gallery wall, or a minimalist bathroom with matte black hardware and slate gray tile.

Paint color: Denim Wash by Benjamin Moore

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Sophisticated Green-Blue Paint Colors

light blue white brown living room color scheme
Greg Scheidemann

Green-blue can quickly go candy-coated and childlike. Bring in a little maturity with a stately, midrange neutral, such as taupe or camel brown. Using a light tone as the main neutral will not have the same effect, while a dark brown or gray might drain the color of its cheeriness.

Suggested paint color: Spa SW6765, Sherwin-Williams

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Sky Blue Paint Color

Sky blue wall with red and white artwork and a white stool with a bowl of strawberries in front of it

Courtesy of Benjamin Moore

Sky blue is a pale blue shade that's soft, crisp, and optimistic. Morning Sky Blue by Benjamin Moore is a clean and calming hue perfect for a primary suite or a kids' bedroom. It's well-suited for both a vibrant color palette when paired with bold red and darker blues, as well as a soft and muted color scheme made up of white, beige, and taupe.

Paint color: Morning Sky Blue by Benjamin Moore

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Cobalt Blue Paint Color

Cabinets around a home office space painted in cobalt blue

Courtesy of Behr

Make a colorful design statement with a cobalt blue shade. This dramatic hue is intensely saturated and looks great on built-in bookshelves, kitchen cabinets, or bathroom vanities. Pair it with white for a lively feel, and add green accessories, warm woods, and mixed metals for a visually layered space.

Paint color: Dark Cobalt Blue by Behr

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Mood-Lifting Blue Paint Colors

paint lids and soap
Adam Albright

Soft colors aren’t the only hues to impart a relaxing tone. These serene blues will also do the trick. It might seem counterintuitive to call bold blues relaxing, but “when we gaze out into deeply hued ocean waters, is that relaxing? Absolutely,” says San Francisco designer Kelly Berg.

If a color makes you feel good, it will likely soothe you, too, Berg says. “Listen to your intuitive response to color. Fear can hold us back from picking the colors that feel good, but be brave!”

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Cerulean Blue Paint Color

End of a hallway and hallway ceiling painted in cerulean blue

Courtesy of Behr

Cerulean blue is a midtone blue shade that's close to cobalt but slightly more muted. It's a mesmerizing sky-blue shade that's a great choice for an accent wall, whether in a bedroom behind the headboard or at the end of a long hallway, to create depth and dimension.

Paint color: Cosmic Cobalt by Behr

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Robin's Egg Blue Paint Color

Light blue-green wall and a patterned wall sconce and white upholstered chair in front of it

Benjamin Moore

Create a calm and serene interior with a classic robin egg blue. Powder blue with a touch of green makes for a soft and elegant all-over wall color. Layer it with cool metals such as polished chrome and patterned textiles for timeless charm and character.

Paint color: Robin's Nest by Benjamin Moore

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All-Blue Paint Color Scheme

blue living room payphone art on fireplace mantel
Annie Schlechter

If blue is your hue, go for it in an all-blue color palette. Vary the intensity of the hues, and stick to either the cool or warm side of blue for a coordinating look. Add warm accents like orange pillows, gold frames, or honey-hued wood furniture or floors to create a balanced look.

Suggested paint color: Blueberry 2063-30, Benjamin Moore

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Warm Blue Colors

chair with ottoman
John Bessler 

Warm blues are not a myth, says Elaine Griffin. To find one (and avoid a room that gives you the chills), “look for a blue with lots of yellow undertones,” she suggests. You can determine a blue paint color’s undertones by comparing the saturated side of the paint chip to other primary colors.

Suggested paint color: Clear Vista PPU13-11, Behr

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Indigo Blue Paint Color

Column in the corner of a modern white room painted in indigo blue

Courtesy of Sherwin-Williams

Indigo is a deep violet-leaning blue that makes a vibrant statement. This dramatic shade of blue pairs well with a light, cool pastel shade such as Rarified Air or with an array of other bold colors such as red, orange, and yellow.

Paint color: Indigo by Sherwin-Williams

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Deep Teal Blue Paint Colors

teal paint lids
Greg Scheidemann

For a blue with a dramatic flair, go with teal shades. “Teal doesn’t work well as a monochromatic palette,” says the color expert and interior designer Philippa Radon. “It embraces other colors.” Radon recommends bright accents such as crimson, citrus green, or neon yellow to keep it fresh.

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Haint Blue Paint Color

Haint blue paint on wood planked wall with a canvas, wood ladder and chair in front of it

Courtesy of Benjamin Moore

Haint blue is best known for being used on porch ceilings in the South for both practical and aesthetic reasons. It is said to keep bugs away in the summer, but it also creates the illusion of blue skies to visually expand the porch.

Paint color: Blue Allure by Benjamin Moore

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Light Blue Paint Color Ideas

blue bedroom with 2 beds
Heather Anne Thomas

In a room layered with light blues, strike a balance between structured and airy. Spindly furniture with a dark finish, such as these aged-bronze beds, adds visual weight without dragging down a watery palette. A small bit of pink or red can also help energize the room.

Suggested paint color: Dew Pointe M450-1, Behr

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Turquoise Blue Paint Color

Modern bathroom wall painted in blue with wood accents and white walls

Courtesy of Glidden

For an energetic and refreshing shade of blue, opt for a turquoise paint color. This vivid tropical-inspired turquoise, a mix of blue and green, makes for a bold accent wall in a bedroom, bathroom, or kitchen. It's also a charming choice for a beachy exterior when paired with crisp white trim.

Paint color: Fling Green by Glidden

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Blue-Gray Paint Colors

blue-gray bathroom with red flowers
Anthony Masterson

Tap into the neutral side of blue with hues tinged with gray. Blue-gray paint colors are serene and subtle, ideal for relaxing spaces like bedrooms or baths. Pair the color with a crisp, clean white to prevent it from looking washed out.

Suggested paint color: Bracing Blue SW6242, Sherwin-Williams

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