We’re always looking for new ways to add a little personality to our decor, whether that means we’re paying close attention to ways we can add trendy colors to our space or renovating unused closets into something whimsical, like a bar.
One overlooked area? The ceiling. Too often, we move into houses or apartments with plain white ceilings and never give them a second thought, little realizing the huge potential they have for adding character to a room.
Transforming your space can be as easy as painting the ceiling. You can go with a light-colored neutral that’s just enough to make the walls and trim look brighter or go for something bold, like fuschia or even black. It’s amazing how much difference it can make, and even better? The ceiling is just one flat surface to paint instead of all four walls, and you don’t have to worry about skirting around windows, doors and trim.
Check out some of our favorite painted ceiling inspiration to decide if it’s right for your home.
Rose-Gold Ceiling
How amazing is this metallic ceiling? It makes the whole room feel a little more luxurious and reflects back the other pink hues in the space.
Fuschia Bohemian Ceiling
Embrace a bohemian look by pairing a bright fuschia ceiling with a rich woven comforter and printed drapes.
Dark-Ceiling Bathroom
Bathrooms can sometimes feel too bright and get an almost sterile, hospital-esque vibe. Counteract all that white with a rich, dark ceiling. It'll feel like a sanctuary, not a laboratory.
Sky-Blue Ceilings
The color of this ceiling perfectly mimics the blue sky seen outside the window, making the room feel bright and airy.
Green Ceiling
The green ceiling in this room reminds us of the rainforest, complementing and contrasting the milder colors in the rest of the room.
Gray Ceiling & Border
Keep your room from feeling cavernous when you have extra-high ceilings by bringing a neutral color from your ceiling partway down the walls to create a border.
Textured Blue Ceiling
Combining texture and color really makes this ceiling stand out.
Soft Pink Ceiling
Kids rooms can quickly get gimmicky. Stick to painting the ceiling and leaving the rest of the room neutral, and it will age with your child.
Color-Washed Green Room
Color washing, painting your ceilings and walls the same color, can have a big design impact. It also provides an even background for you to play with when choosing the decor items in the rest of the room.
Black Beam Ceilings
We've often seen people paint their ceiling beams white, but they can be even more striking when painted black. The room stays cozy but with an added allure of mystery.
Dark-Ceiling Dining Room
In an open-concept living space, painting your ceiling can help differentiate the space in a subtle way that's less jarring than painting sections of the wall.
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