Beautiful Painted Ceilings Ideas and Inspiration
Ever since I painted the ceiling in my little boy's nursery, I've realized something: almost every other ceiling in the rest of my house look neglected: dull, forgotten and needing attention.
So I went on an internet hunt for fun and fresh ideas for painted ceilings and let me tell you, the results really got my wheels turning. Whether you're into subtle enhancements or bold statements, these ideas will give that fifth wall the love it deserves.
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Painted Ceilings Trends To Try Now
Before we dive into the inspiration pics, let's talk about the painted ceiling trends everyone's loving right now:
- Color Drenched Rooms - Same color on walls and ceiling = instant cozy cocoon
- Soft Pastels - Sweet and serene shades like sage, muted pink, and lavender tones for a calming effect in a bedroom
- High Gloss - On a ceiling, high gloss is an unexpected twist perfect for a powder bath or lux dining room.
- Subtle Contrast - Go one or two shades lighter or darker to add subtle depth
- Metallic Accents - Splashes of gold, silver or copper on your ceiling instantly bring glam
- Painted Beams - Skip the ceiling and just paint the ceiling beams for a fresh, modern touch.
Painted Ceiling Ideas & Inspiration
Damask stenciled ceiling magic
There's no end to the creative and unique ways you can stencil a pattern onto your ceiling. Stacy turned a plain white bedroom ceiling into a lovely feature statement with a damask pattern and calming green paint. Even just stenciling the center of the ceiling or a border around the edges can create impact without taking over the whole room.
Bold stripes for playful vibes
You don't have to paint your walls to add a big splash of color. How beautiful is this all-white nursery with bold stripes above for instant energy and charm!
Soft watercolor ceilings
This watercolor ceiling is such a sweet way to add a dreamy touch to a girl's room. The soft blues and pinks feel like a little sky overhead without going over the top (pun intended 😉).
Color-drenched ceilings for a cozy cocoon
Carrying the wall color onto the ceiling is such a simple trick and makes this office feel cozy and perfect for focused work. (Bonus: it's also a great way to use up leftover wall paint and save a little money) I love how the moody blue-green only goes halfway down the wall which keeps the room feeling bold but balanced.
Ceilings deserve drama too
This sunburst ceiling pattern instantly draws your eye up and adds a ton of character to this beach house living room. Love the sophisticated gray-green color but you could totally switch it up for a playroom or nursery. Just imagine it in bright primary colors - so fun, like living under a circus tent!
My first ceiling project
This was my first painted ceiling project - painted stripes in my little boy's nursery. But now... the rest of my ceilings are looking at me and waiting for me to get on the ball. Why should my walls have all the fun? 😉
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Your ceiling doesn't have to be boring
If you’ve been staring at your plain white ceiling, consider this your sign to grab a brush. Start with one room - maybe a bedroom, office, or nursery - and see how it changes the entire feel of your space.
Once you see the impact color can have overhead, you’ll want to think about how it flows with the rest of your home. A cohesive color palette will make every room feel connected - and make choosing your next ceiling color even easier.
P.S. There's no better way to create a cohesive feel than with color, but in order to avoid mistakes and get an updated look you've got to understand color like a designer.
Inside my online course, Color Made Clear, I will teach you exactly what you need to know about selecting colors for your home in everything from paint colors, to flooring and carpet, to fabrics so you can make confident color decisions and get the exact look and feel you're going for. - Even if there are finishes in your home you can't change, I'll show you how to use color to distract from them for an updated look!
