As transitional areas of the home, hallways are easy to forget when designing your space. We’re here to tell you that your hallway doesn’t need to be bland. A pop of color on the walls can transform a previously insignificant space into an eye-catching feature of your home.
When it comes to hallway paint colors, anything goes, but blue is an excellent choice. Known for its calming and tranquil qualities, blue is the perfect hue if you’re looking to refresh your hallway. Plus, it goes well with nearly any design style.
Here are 12 blue hallway ideas to inspire your hallway makeover.
Color Coordinate Between Rooms
The best way to make a small hallway feel bigger is to color-coordinate with the adjoining rooms. This hallway by The Flairhunter demonstrates how it’s done, with rich teal blue paint in the hallway and matching wallpaper in the room at the end of the hall. The result? A seamless transition between the two spaces that makes the entire hallway feel much larger than it is
Keep It Airy With Powder Blue
Choose powder blue if you want a soft and serene-feeling space. Designer tip: To make a small hallway feel bigger, try color-drenching it. That is, paint the walls, baseboards, crown molding, doors, and the ceiling the same color. You can even paint the storage furniture to match, as seen in this hallway.
Go Dark and Regal
Blue is known for its calming and serene effect, but it can also convey strength and regality when done right. Choose a dark shade, opt for a glossy finish, and color-drenchthe area. Pair the dark paint with rich wood tones and gold or brass hardware to finish off the look.
Keep It Neutral With Slate Blue
A blue hallway doesn’t have to be bold and bright. If you want something more neutral and muted, opt for a shade of slate blue instead. Paint the baseboards, crown molding, and ceiling to match to make the space feel extra moody and on-trend.
Pair White and Baby Blue
If you like the all-white look but want a touch of color, try pairing white and baby blue, as seen in this hallway by JKB Home Design. This is an excellent choice for narrow and dark hallways, helping them feel bigger and brighter.
Paint the Baseboards to Match
Make your walls feel taller by painting the trim in your hallway the same blue color as your walls. This trick will work with any shade of blue, but if you want a calming, moody vibe in your space, you should opt for navy blue, as seen in this hallway by Sarah Barnard Design.
Go Bold and Bright
Do you love eye-catching colors? Then, don’t be afraid to go bold and bright. Teal is a fun, energetic shade that will bring some life to a dull hallway. Try pairing it with a coordinating wallpaper to bring other colors into the space.
Try Blue Wallpaper
Paint isn’t your only choice if you want to create a blue hallway. Wallpaper is a great option to bring pattern or texture into your space. Pair your blue wallpaper with elaborate crown molding and baseboards for an elegant and sophisticated final look.
Choose Blue Decor to Match
Whether you’re hesitant about a bright paint color or simply want a monochromatic look, decor is another great way to bring some color to your hallway. Artwork, decorative frames, furniture, throw pillows, seat cushions, mirrors, candles, decorative trays, and lighting are just a few ways to incorporate blue into your space without even picking up a paintbrush.
Pair Contrasting Colors
Pairing blue with a bold contrasting color like bright pink can give your space a ton of personality. This can be done using paint, decor, or a mixture of both, as seen in this hallway by Lola Tucker Interiors.
Make It Moody
Using dark blue paint, color-drenching, and matching dark blue wallpaper, this hallway was transformed into a moody and intimate pocket of the home. Opening the doorways up to ceiling height helps keep the space airy and bright despite the dark hues.
Try Blue and Green
Blue and green are always a great pair. Use this winning color combination in your hallway to bring some fun and serenity to the space. We love the wallpaper that Alvin Wayne Interiors used in this small hallway to bring interest and color to an otherwise small and awkward space.