Hello - last year I got divorced and moved into my own wee flat. I’m currently feeling a bit overwhelmed with decorating decision paralysis and am hoping some of the creative folks on MN might have some helpful suggestions.
I need to decide on bedroom paint colours and am a bit stuck! The room is small but perfectly formed. It’s got a west-facing window but doesn’t get loads of light. I love a farmhouse/cottage aesthetic, and have had some tongue & groove installed behind the bed. The furniture is all simple oak, and there’s a built-in wardrobe. I’m planning on adding a wee wall light above the bedside table for reading. The floor will be sisal-look carpet.
But cannot decide on paint colours for the life of me! I’m thinking white or off-white walls, I like that whitewashed vibe. Then I thought I’d paint all the woodwork, including the wardrobe and T&G, in another colour. Part of me is thinking a warm greyish neutral like F&B Cornforth White, but I’m also wondering about maybe quite a strong blue to tie in with my bedspread and curtains. I really like that Secret Linen Store look for fabrics.
Either way, I’d add in pictures, art, plants, etc to liven it up a bit whilst keeping it simple. Can also get different cushions and blanket to layer over the bedspread.
I like neutrals but there’s a voice in my head telling me I’m being really boring and I should do something bolder. But maybe it’s okay to have a calm relaxing bedroom space?? Uurgh. I also can’t really afford to make a mistake as I don’t have much cash. Or free time. So that feels like another pressure to get it right.
If you’ve read all this, thank you! Any suggestions much appreciated. Even if a totally different idea! I’m spending way too much time on Pinterest and going round in endless circles. I’ve added some pics - might take a little white to load.