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Want to create a relaxing nursery space for your baby?

Choosing the right nursery color is a great place to start!

Just choose one of these calming nursery colors, and letsciencedo its thing!

nursery with pale blue walls and white furiture

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That said, if creating a sleep-centered space is your goal, avoid dark blues.

Associated with health, healing, and well-being, green reduces anxiety, allowing for better concentration.

Studies have even found that exposure to the color green may improve reading ability among children!

nursery with pale blue walls and white furniture

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However, darker greens can also be implemented, particularly if they are balanced with lighter neutrals.

Colors like lavender and lilac create a soft and serene atmosphere but only in very pale shades.

Choose too dark of a color, and your nursery may end up looking crass or gloomy.

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To ensure a good pick, remember that purple will almost always appear darker than expected on the wall.

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That said, white can also seem cold and institutional and may promote secretiveness.

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To create a soothing, white haven, think shabby chic.

Avoid harsh, blue whites and opt instead for creamier shades, like soft ivory and antique white.

To keep things looking cheery, avoid dark and stormy grays and opt instead for light, blue-grays.

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It tends to inspire warm and comfortable feelings, which may help your little one relax.

Neutrals are also easy on the eyesliterally.

The warmth it provides creates a soothing atmosphere.

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Given its versatility, this color can also work for years as your child grows.

Still unsure about using a peach tone?

Try working it in as an accent wall.

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