Blue has to be a classic colour that everyone loves. It is subtle without being boring, it is serene and calming and it works wonderfully for bedroom walls. Whether you’re painting in royal or pastel blues, bright turquoise, aquamarine or midnight blue, you will notice the feeling of serenity the shade brings to your space, making it a perfect choice for luxury interior paint colours. If you need some convincing, let these gorgeous blue bedrooms inspire you for your next painting project.

A mellow blue for a good night’s zzz...

Not only is a mellow shade of blue, as seen here, calming, but when paired with neutral accessories and decor, it can blend together wonderfully. This cooler shade will work wonders in your sleeping space.

Hints of blue that are anything but boring

Even the smallest bit of blue in the bedroom can work wonders. Using blue in the bedroom does not have to be an all or nothing deal. An accent wall or panels and trimmings adorned in blue can have a similar effect.

Colour on colour

Pops of citrus-inspired colours paired with blue can add a sense of warmth to a cool-blue space. Even accents like cushion covers in a lemony-yellow tone can brighten up a blue bedroom instantly.

Bold blue

If you want a bold look for your bedroom that is not too distracting, consider choosing a rich, jewel inspired blue. It is a calming colour, so even if you choose a bold or bright shade, it keeps your sleeping space tranquil.

Coastal dreaming

Sea-blue walls and lively green plants up the coastal vibes in the bedroom. Now the beach getaway you’ve been dreaming about can be found right here in the bedroom.

Create a safe bedroom

The bedroom is a space you wish to relax in, sans any worries. However, would you feel safe in a space that is not clean and disinfected? For the bedroom walls, invest in an anti-bacterial and anti-pollution paint like Berger Silk Breathe Easy that will help promote a healthy environment whilst you snooze away.

After the gloom and doom, we’ve seen this year, we can hardly wait to take some time out for the festivities and welcome some light and shine into our lives. To begin with, it’s time to spruce up the home to celebrate the festival of lights. While making drastic changes may not be possible at the last moment, even small upgrades like changing the curtains or adding a new rug can get your home festive season ready in no time. Here are some quick but attractive Diwali decoration ideas:

Soft furnishings

This is perhaps the easiest and quickest way to give your home a festive makeover. Think of a colour scheme and switch up your cushions, bedding, curtains and rugs. Don’t be afraid of mixing bold prints and patterns. Choose rich materials like silk, velvet or jacquard.

Wall stencils

If you are thinking of home painting ideas, it might be too late to give your home walls a complete makeover. However, wall stencils offer a great alternative. Opt for festive-esque stencils like diya or lantern and give plain walls a quick makeover. You can also use the new iPaint DIY Wall Stencil kit by Berger Paints India, with easy-to-follow instructions and tools provided, you can easily create the stencils on your walls yourself, even if you have no prior experience or an artistic flair.

Lighting

For the festival of lights, how can one leave out lamps while decorating the house? While fairy lights or string lights remain a go-to option, think out of the box. Low lamp suspended from a rope on top of the dining table, carved table lamps beside your bed or cane lamps that will add a rustic touch to the room. Whichever lights you choose, ensure they are yellow lights with a mellow glow to avoid harsh lighting in the interiors.

Center table

When it comes to setting up the mood for festivities, the centre table is a great place to start. Make sure your centre table is clutter-free and clean. Try decorating with marigold flowers, diffusers, candles and string of fairy lights. We suggest keeping a bottle of hand sanitiser and face masks on the centre table so that your friends and family can frequently disinfect and keep themselves and others around safe. For frequently touched surfaces, we suggest Berger Safe 24, that keeps surfaces safe up to 24 hours from viruses and bacteria even after multiple touches. It is important to remember that disinfectants and sanitisers are flammable, so keep an eye out when surrounded by fire and lights.

Open floor plans and small spaces can be tricky to design. You want to create separation without walls and preserve the essence and function each room serves. To help you, we have compiled some wall painting designs for living room and dining room combinations that use colour, furniture or clever layout to make a space feel beautiful and yet functional.

Use colours to divide a room

It’s probably the smartest way to subtly but effectively separate spaces without a wall. Whether you wish to use a neutral palette or a bold one, there are plenty of options to go about this. First, decide if you want to make a statement or keep your walls subdued. Choose an accent colour and complementary colours to go on the walls depending on the existing decor and furnishings. Next, use the room’s natural architectural elements to divide the wall and colour. For colour combinations for living room, opt for the darkest shade on trimmings and as an accent wall, use the lightest shade for the ceiling and medium tone for rest of the walls. Make a natural division depending upon where you plan to lay the furniture and how you wish to divide the two rooms in one space.

Create functional spaces

When there are no walls dividing a room, furniture placement is crucial. Putting all the furniture against the existing walls can make the room look smaller. Instead, use furniture to divide a room. Place the back of the couch towards the dining area and add a sofa table or storage cabinet behind it. Use a coffee table as a centrepiece. Arrange dining room furniture several feet behind the couch, depending on the space available in the room and let a cupboard or side table fill in the empty spaces.

Light it up

Install a statement chandelier or several pendant lights over the dining table, this will serve as a visual cue in separating space effectively and creating a warm, cosy atmosphere.