A dark grey bedroom can make your interior unique, characterful, and maybe a bit moody, yet you can be sure this wall color will set your room design apart. It’s a color choice that typically works well in larger bedrooms that receive a lot of daylight, yet there are some exceptions to this in the list below.

If you are thinking about giving your bedroom a lick of paint, make sure to take a look at the dark grey bedroom ideas in this list. Pair your grey walls up with shades of grey in the accessories for a tone-on-tone look or shake it up and work with warm or cool tones to make it more interesting.

If you want to play it a bit safer, yet still like the idea of grey bedroom walls, have a look at the most inspiring light grey bedroom ideas in this post as well.

Charcoal grey bedroom walls contrast with white elements for a beautiful contrast

You will notice that the darkest grey bedroom ideas on the list are usually on the larger side, or have an abundance of natural light coming in through the windows. The deep charcoal grey walls in this bedroom contrast nicely with the white plank wood flooring and the white ceiling, which is a contrast that is accentuated even more with the addition of the big white rice paper pendant in the middle of the room.

The light pastel grey tones in the bedding soften out this contrasting look, while the black tables next to the bed sort of blend in with the dark wall color.

via Stadshem

Grey paint with green-tinted hues and warm textiles

The grey paint in this master bedroom has a greenish hue, which is more apparent depending on the direction from which you look at the walls. The black headboard combined with the black wall lamps adds a darker tone to the setting, which is brightened up by the white flooring and white ceiling.

The white, beige, and grey bedding on the bed adds a soft warm touch to the setting and finishes off the look nicely.

via Alvhem

Cool dark grey bedroom brightened up with white and blue

This small grey bedroom is painted with a cool grey wall color that adds a soft, yet moody effect to the small space.

The mixture of blue and grey bedding brings out the cool shades of grey in the wall color, while the white curtains, drawer chest, and textiles lighten up the bedroom color palette.

Styled by Emma Fisher for Bjurfors

Warm shades in the accessories stand out from these impressive charcoal walls

This is one of the moodiest grey bedroom ideas on the list, as even the window frames, floorboards, and heater have been painted in the same dark grey color.

The custom headboard behind the bed is painted in the same color as the walls as well, which makes the warm beiges, pinks, whites, and other neutrals in the accessories stand out in a very powerful way.

via Inner-city specialists 

Soft grey walls pair up nicely with the warm wood tones in this bedroom

The medium grey wall color applied to these bedroom walls is the ideal addition to accentuate the different warm wood tones in the flooring and doors.

The mixture of warm greys and beiges in the textiles on the bed contributes to connecting the cooler and warmer tones in the interior design and softening out the contrast between the subtle blue tones in the paint and the red and yellow wood tones.

via Per Jansson

A very dark grey bedroom results in a unique, moody look

This is one of the more moody grey bedroom ideas, as the walls are almost black, which makes the white ceiling and the sheer white curtains stand out in a very powerful way. The antique bird print stands out perfectly against the dark backdrop of the grey bedroom walls, while the mixture of white, burgundy, and grey shades on the bed softens out the palette a bit.

via Stadshem

A grey bedroom paired up with a black headboard and comforter

The black upholstered headboard combined with the black velvet comforter adds darker tones to the mid-grey wall color in this spacious master bedroom. If you are afraid of selecting a dark grey bedroom wall color, you can always pair grey with darker tones in your accessories to achieve a unique effect in your bedroom.

The light grey velvet carpet finishes this grey bedroom in a beautiful way and the texture pairs up nicely with the velvet fabric used to decorate the bed.

Styled by Bon Interior, photographed by SE360 for Bjurfors

Cool greys paired up with warm yellow textiles

This darker shade of grey paint has blue undertones, which look more blue depending on the direction the light hits the wall.

Cool greys tend to pair up nicely with warmer tones in the accessories and soft furnishings, which is the case in this beautiful bedroom example. The yellow tones in the bedding bring out the blue in the paint and make the room feel inviting.

The gingham pattern in the bedsheets and the antique bird print add a rustic feel to the otherwise modern appearance caused by this cool and dark wall color.

via Historiska Hem

A mid-grey bedroom with warm elements

This master bedroom is painted in a medium grey on the four walls, paired up with warm greys in the curtains, and white on the ceiling and floor.

Mid greys tend to give a bedroom a soft look, especially when combined with natural shades in the accessories as is the case here. The beiges in the bedding and the small artwork above the bed bring out the warm undertones in the paint color. The antique bedside tables, the rattan heater cover, and the black wall lamps really stand out against the soft backdrop of the grey walls.

via Nomad Makleri

White walls combined with a mid-grey feature wall

Rather than working with four grey walls like in the rest of the grey bedroom ideas on the list, you can approach the design of your bedroom more modestly. To achieve a more subtle effect, ,you can add a grey feature wall and keep the rest of the walls white.

In this bedroom, only the wall above the bed is painted grey, which is paired up with a mixture of white and grey bedding and grey tones in the art print on the wall.

via Alvhem

A moody grey bedroom enhanced with velvet fabrics

The subtle warm undertone un the paint color in this moody grey bedroom is accentuated by a selection of warm textiles in the space. The olive green velvet headboard, the rattan bench behind the bed, and the beige velvet curtains covering the wardrobe add a beautiful texture to this grey bedroom.

Warmer greys tend to work great in a north-facing room, which typically receives cooler daylight. This is true for other spaces like living rooms or kitchens as well.

via Historiska Hem

A cool grey bedroom with blue tones in the bedding

Cool-toned greys tend to work better in rooms that receive warmer daylight. This cool grey bedroom has been enhanced by dark blue bedding and a mixture of beige and warm textiles for an interesting effect around the bed.

Styled by Bon Interior, photographed by Alen Cordic for Bjurfors – see the full home tour here

Grey bedroom walls accentuate an impressive ceiling pattern

This spacious master bedroom has subtle patterns in the paneling on the ceiling, which is accentuated by the grey bedroom wall color. The black bedside tables with the white lamps stand out against this wall color, while the natural tones in the bedding warm up the setting just slightly.

via Entrance Makleri

A subtle interior look with medium grey bedroom walls

This is one of those grey bedroom ideas that shines in its simplicity. The medium grey walls are paired up with a selection of beige, white and grey fabrics and a textured area rug behind the bed. There is something about this subtle and delicate palette that has a calm and tranquil expression.

via Alvhem

Dark grey bedroom walls combined with contrasting white elements

This grey bedroom has a lot of contrast between the dark grey walls, the white wardrobe doors, the white trim underneath the ceiling, and the crisp white bedding on the bed. The window is decorated with dark grey heavy curtains to make it look even more dramatic.

The black home office shelf next to the window blends into the wall, while the red accessories and the blue artwork above the bed add some interesting focal points throughout the grey bedroom.

via Sjöman Frisk

A dark grey bedroom and living room with orange and pink tones

This small studio apartment features darker grey walls that create interest on a small surface. The cool grey bedroom walls are paired up with tints of burned orange and nude pink in the art prints and accessories, which results in an interesting play between the wall color and the warm elements in the accessories.

Styled by Bon Interior, photographed by Alen Cordic for Bjurfors

A tiny dark grey bedroom with dark grey bedding

The abundance of natural light coming through the large window that spreads over the entire wall in this small bedroom is balanced out by a deeper grey wall color. The grey scheme is continued in the deeper greys on the bedding and the black lamp seems to almost blend into its background.

The dark grey wall color forms a sophisticated backdrop for the perfectly selected artwork in neutral shades on the gallery wall above the bed, which adds a lot of character to the setting.

via Historiska Hem

Charcoal grey walls highlight the white crown molding in a turn-of-the-century home

This is one of the most majestic dark grey bedroom ideas on the list. The dark grey paint color on the wall is the perfect choice for such a spacious bedroom that receives an abundance of natural light coming through those large turn-of-the-century windows.

The gold tones in the filigree floor mirror and the bedside table add a subtle glamourous touch to the look, while the white and grey linen bedding add exactly the right texture to the setting.

Styling by Helena Sand (who also owns this pretty place) via Entrance Makleri

A dark grey bedroom with a warm wood antique wardrobe

The dark grey bedroom walls bring out the beautiful white-soaped hardwood flooring and the curved wall that defines the space. The antique wardrobe made out of a dark warm wood species is the real focal point in this grey bedroom and the green plants finish off the look in the most perfect way.

Photography by Jonas Berg via Stadshem

Dark greys paired up with warm colors in the textiles and accessories

The right grey wall color can create a cozy and enveloping feel, which you can then enhance with a selection of the right complementary colors. The tactile fabrics and soft furnishings in a neutral shade with warm elements add coziness to this spacious bedroom painted with the right shade of dark grey with a subtle warm undertone.

The dark grey bedroom walls are sandwiched between the bright white crown molding underneath the ceiling and the white floorboards that sit on top of the warm hardwood flooring.

Styled by Studio Cuvier, photographed by Henrik Linden for Alvhem

A dark soft grey in a small space with an angled wall

While most interior design rules will tell you to use a lighter color in a small bedroom, as it will reflect more daylight and make the room appear bigger, sometimes you just have to throw all rules out of the window and go with your gut.

The dark grey walls in this beautiful sleep space highlight the historic features on the window and crown molding underneath the ceiling, while also accentuating the bright white hardwood floor.

The black-painted vintage dresser with the green plant is a real focal point next to the window and the art print with the orange tones adds a beautiful warm element to the mix.

The black upholstered headboard blends into the dark grey walls and forms the perfect backdrop for the lighter shades in the bedding, which reflect the daylight just as well as if a lighter wall color would have been selected.

Styled by Grey Deco, photographed by Janne Olander for Stadshem

A dark grey bedroom enhanced with a yellow color palette in the textiles

The whole scheme in this bedroom revolves around the dark grey walls in combination with the tactile fabrics in warm tones. Since grey is such a versatile color, it can be paired up with any accent color you like, which makes it easy to switch up the look of your space and carry out your bedroom ideas: just switch out the comforter and curtains and you can have a little bedroom transformation in no time.

Styled by Grey Deco, photographed by Jonas Berg for Stadshem

A dark and warm grey bedroom with shades of blue and orange on the bed

The warm and dark shade of grey on the walls in this historic bedroom makes the fabric pendant light and the curved beige fabric headboard stands out in a powerful way. The mixture of beige, blue, and orange textiles on the wall adds a colorful note to the setting that ties the space together.

Styled by Yngfalk interior, photographed by Mia Borgelin for Historiska Hem

Light grey is a great color option for your bedroom walls, especially if you want to achieve a soft look that is a bit darker than white walls, yet doesn’t have an effect on the natural light that can flow freely in a room.

Below, you can find a selection of my favorite light grey bedroom ideas in various shades and tones. The list includes a few warm grey bedroom ideas, which are not yet greige wall colors, and a few dark grey options in case you are working with a light-flooded bedroom.

If you are unsure about which grey to select for your bedroom, I explain more about how to select the right grey paint color at the bottom of this post.

Subtle grey walls combined with neutral tones in the fabrics

This subtle grey bedroom has a grey shade that is just enough to set the walls apart from the white ceiling, the white curtains, and the white furniture pieces in the room.

The soft grey wall color is paired up with a mixture of browns and beiges in the bedding and the look is finished off with a beautiful fabric pendant light for a natural touch.

The two beige table lamps on each side of the bed seem to blend in and stand out against the wall color at the same time, resulting in a subtle touch that is very elegant.

via Alvhem

A minimalist grey bedroom with a black accent color

I think this is one of the most simple yet sophisticated grey bedroom ideas. The picture ledge adds visual interest to this modern bedroom with white bedding and black light fixtures. On the ledge, the combination of black and white art prints against the perfect backdrop of the grey walls is a beautiful focal point in the interior design of the space.

Mixing and matching frames on a ledge above a bed is a great way to create a home decor element that is easily interchangeable, as you can just swap out the frames and update them as you desire.

Photography by Kristofer Johnsson, styled by Anna Mårselius via Hitta Hem

A grey bedroom with a white trim

This grey bedroom has white-soaped hardwood flooring and light wood furniture pieces, which gives it a subtle look and feel. The grey walls make the white trim and window frames stand out in a nice way, highlighting the historic features of the room.

The additional grey accents in the wall lamps with the brass inlay and the grey bedding add sophistication, while the brown tones in the throw pillows make the room warm and inviting.

The green fiddle fig tree in the corner of the room combined with the Monstera plants in the window sill add a fresh element to the space.

via Alvhem

Subtle shades of grey and blue combined with natural tones

This is one of the most delicate soft grey bedroom ideas and I think it becomes even more interesting with the addition of the navy blue details in the textiles and accessories. The blue tones are balanced out by the beiges and warm wood tones and the chrome table lamps are the perfect finishing touch against the grey bedroom walls.

Blues and beiges are on opposite sides of the color spectrum, which is why they can have such an interesting effect on an interior with a modest color palette.

via Alvhem

A more dramatic grey bedroom with dark grey walls

When you use dark greys in a light-flooded room, they tend to have a more subtle effect, just as a lighter tone would have in a low-light room. The dark grey walls provide this space with a sophisticated backdrop from which the white bedding, white sockets, and the combination of black and white art prints jump out

The green eucalyptus branch and the white alarm clock on the simple wooden stool are essential elements to finish off the look and they elevate the neutral color scheme of the space.

project by Anu Tammiste from the blog Decor Dots

A soft grey bedroom combined with blush pink bedsheets

This particular grey bedroom idea looks extra subtle and delicate as the soft grey is paired up with a warmer palette. The soft backdrop of the walls enhances the appearance of the subtle pink bedsheets, adding a beautiful elegance to the room.

The soft peach tones of the bedding also come back in the feather lamp which adds another textural element to this delicate bedroom interior.

via Alvhem

A soft grey bedroom combined with dark green bedding

Grey bedrooms can work well with lighter textiles, however, when you add a darker note like the dark green bedding in this case, the look becomes slightly more dramatic.

The grey tones of the wall come back in the grey area rug underneath the bed, which makes the white architectural elements and wardrobe stand out in this grey bedroom scheme, accentuating the ceiling height and shape of the room.

The majestic white fabric pendant light above the bed finishes the look off perfectly, while also accentuating the ceiling height in this space.

via Entrance Makleri

A grey bedroom scheme with vintage bedside tables

This grey bedroom idea combines shades of grey on both the walls as well as in the bedding with subtle black accents in the bedside lamps and in the art prints. This soft grey setting is finished off with warm wood tones on the vintage cabinets next to the bed that stand out against this beautiful setting.

Letting the wall color come back in the bed sheets is a great way to achieve a cohesive base look that can then be finished off with more elaborate design elements and colors.

via Entrance Makleri

A light pastel grey combined with warm tones in the textiles

This is one of my favorite grey bedroom ideas, as the green-tinted hues in the wall paint add a gorgeous freshness to this room with beautiful details.

The natural light coming through those amazing balcony windows is reflected beautifully on this greenish hue and the grey accents in the textiles and soft furnishings stand out against the white and beige bedding.

The red leaves on the window sill are the finishing touch to this beautiful palette and the white fabric pendant light fits the space wonderfully.

via Alvhem

A minimalist grey bedroom in a studio apartment

While most of the grey bedroom ideas in this list are master bedrooms, in this case, the wall color is applied to a small apartment with just one room. The grey wall color is wedged in between white floors and white ceilings and I love the way they bring out the black metal heater in the corner.

The beige striped bedding and the chrome wall lamp tie this grey bedroom look together nicely and the area rug behind the bed breaks up the white flooring in a subtle way.

via Alvhem

A cool grey bedroom combined with burgundy tones

Cool-toned greys tend to pair up nicely with warmer tones in the soft furnishings, which is the case with this beautiful medium-grey bedroom including white and burgundy tones in the textiles on the bed.

Dramatic shades of darker greys tend to make white moldings and window frames stand out in a more powerful way, which is especially interesting when you want to show off beautiful historic details in your building.

The brass wall lamps and the moon print add a subtle yet interesting touch above the bed and the contrasting black accent also comes back in the black bentwood chair next to the white window.

via Alvhem

A minimalist grey bedroom with pale grey walls

I think this combination of the light grey wall color and the tone-on-tone wardrobe results in the most majestic grey bedroom ideas on the list. This master bedroom is decorated in a subtle and neutral color palette with black accents in the art piece and on the rattan drawer tables next to the bed.

The white floorboards are relatively high in this space, breaking up the large surface of the grey-painted walls.

via Skandia Maklarna

Grey bedroom combined with bright colours

While most of the grey bedroom ideas in this list feature a neutral color palette, this space is finished off with differing tones of yellow and red for a subtle bright look that has a playful look and feel in the small space.

This is a great example of a small bedroom that benefits from the selection of a lighter shade, as a darker paint color would make the room appear even smaller.

Styled by Grey Deco, photographed by Frederik J Karlsson for Alvhem

A subtle industrial chic grey bedroom with a stark contrast

The soft grey tone on the wall in this bedroom interior is complemented by a mix of delicate textiles in white, beige, and red tones and a fluffy area rug at the foot of the bed. The black wall lamps, black-framed mirror, and black side table, however, add a lot of contrast to this setting, giving it a subtle industrial vibe.

The white fabric pendant lamp fits perfectly in the space and attracts the eye to the white molding underneath the ceiling.

Styled by Linnéa H. Manaberi, photographed by Fredrik Karlsson for Alvhem

A warm grey bedroom with a tone-on-tone wardrobe

This is one of my favorite warm grey bedroom ideas, as the warm grey serves as the perfect blank canvas for the carefully selected elements in this neutral room design that looks like it was done by an interior designer.

The shades of grey on both the wall and the wardrobe match, resulting in an integrated look. The wardrobe doesn’t continue all the way up to the ceiling, allowing the white molding to be more noticeable.

The wall-to-wall curtains add extra elegance to this beautiful space, and the black wall lamp adds clean accent lines above the bed.

via Alvhem

Shades of grey and blue tones on the wing doors

A white and grey colour scheme is perfect when you want to achieve a fresh and cool look without a lot of colors. Neutral shades of grey are easy to pair up with any accent color if you do want to introduce them though.

In this particular grey bedroom idea, I love the modest palette of the bedroom itself, highlighting the white bedding, paired up with the blue in the beautiful wing doors. The blue in the doors also makes a slight blue undertone appear in the wall color, which shows the effect interior elements can have on how the paint color is perceived.

Styled by Grey Deco, photographed by Janne Olander for Stadshem

A semi-dark grey paint combined with a gallery wall

This must be the most dramatic grey bedroom idea on the list. The darker greys in the bedroom form the perfect backdrop for the picture frames on the wall which add personality to the space.

The sheer beige curtains warm up the light coming from the window and the black wall lamps add a lovely touch of contrast to the grey bedroom. The white antique fireplace in the corner is a true masterpiece that has become more apparent because of the selection of a darker grey paint color.

Styled by Bon Interior, photographed by Alen Cordic for Bjurfors

A subtle colour scheme on top of a light grey color

The natural light flowing through those beautiful historic windows bounces back beautifully on the soft grey wall color in this bedroom. Pair grey with a warm colour theme like the wood bed frame and the nude pink tones in the bedding of this bedroom to achieve an even softer appearance.

The black wall lamp and the black frame stand out in this warm palette and make the look more powerful.

via Alvhem

A grey bedroom idea combined with dramatic shades in the accessories

This grey space doesn’t seem to get a lot of natural light, which is why the light grey color on the wall appears a lot darker. The black throw pillows, dark grey blanket, black bedside tables, and the back tones in the art prints add even more contrast to his dramatic look.

via Wrede

A deep grey with warm undertones for a restful space

This warm grey bedroom idea features a darker shade of grey with a warm undertone for a rich palette from which the white bedside tables and linen bed frame jump out.

Deeper greys, mid greys, or warmer greys typically provide your sleeping space with a richer base palette, especially when combined with warm greys, beiges, and red tones in the finishings.

The striped blanket on the bed finishes this look off perfectly and I love the way the grey stripes are the same as the color on the wall.

Styled by Grey Deco for Kvarteret Makleri

How to select a grey shade for bedroom interiors

To achieve the grey bedroom ideas in the list, it is crucial to select the right shade for your bedroom space rather than looking for the exact match seen in the pictures.

Cool greys with blue undertones tend to work well in south-facing rooms with warmer daylight, while a neutral shade or warmer undertone works better in north-facing rooms that get colder light.

Lighter shades tend to work best in smaller or low-lit rooms, while you can achieve a more dramatic effect with a darker color.

Try out a sample of the shade of grey in combination with your bedroom furniture and look at it multiple times a day so you can see the effect the different types of daylight can have on the paint color.

If you don’t want to commit to painting your entire room grey, you can always go for a feature wall or paint the part above a paneled wall grey for a more subtle effect.