“Larger windows provide more light, which can be maximized through matte and muted tones.”

Interior designer Jennifer Muir agrees, adding that whether the room leans cool or warm impacts color choice.

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Bedroom with dark green wall paint

The Spruce / Jason Donnelly

“These colors can encourage stress, and increase your heart rate.”

“Avoid higher saturations andglossy paintsin well-lit rooms,” Mehra adds.

If you prefer warmer colors, opt for more subtle colors in the warm palette.

Primary bedroom with nontraditional chandelier light hanging in center of ceiling

The Spruce / Christopher Lee Foto

Do you look out on a forest, ocean, or city?

“Color is always intensified once its reflecting onto itself from every wall.”

“take a stab at pick something other than pure white for your ceiling,” Muir suggests.

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Decorated bedroom with navy blue walls, dresser and bench surrounding a white bed

The Spruce / Christopher Lee Foto

A warm-toned bedroom with arched entryways and midcentury modern furniture, overlooking New York Cith

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Various paint sample cards laid out on blue surface

The Spruce / Michelle Becker

painted bedroom ceiling

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A white painted bedroom with high ceilings, a Murphy bed, and an olive green accent wall

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