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When it comes to important paint shades, yourbedroom paint colorprobably tops the list.

The right paint can make a world of a differenceas can a lick of the wrong hue.

There are no rules, as one person’s least-favorite paint color can be another person’s top pick.

White bedroom with pink and plaid bedding

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“Particularly if the room lacks natural light.”

These ultra-dark choices can also make smaller primary bedrooms feel even more compact.

These can help ground the room without overwhelming it.

Bedroom with black walls and ceiling

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“These colors can be overstimulating and make it difficult to relax or sleep,” Bennett says.

“There is definitely a proven science to how color affects mood and happiness,” she says.

Bedroom with orange walls

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But what about the colors that evoke the feelings you’re after?

Here’s what the pros suggest:

Yellow bedroom with pendant lamp

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Bright blue bedroom

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Purple bedroom with gray bedding

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