Choosing the Best Colours for Your Baby’s Nursery

 Can Colours Help Babies Focus?

“I’ve heard that certain colours can enhance a baby’s ability to concentrate. What colour schemes or patterns would you recommend for a nursery to support our little one’s development?”

According to research by AkzoNobel, nearly 40% of expectant parents believe that a stimulating environment positively influences a baby’s cognitive growth.

While painting a nursery won’t turn your child into a genius overnight, an engaging visual environment can help develop their attention span and encourage curiosity.

Looking for inspiration? Here are some clever ways to design a nursery that sparks your baby’s interest and fosters development.

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Stimulating Colour Choices for a Nursery

The Power of Warm Tones

Colours on the warmer end of the spectrum are believed to activate the mind and body, making them a great choice for a nursery. But choosing the right shades is key.

  • Bright orange can encourage interaction and communication.

  • Soft yellow helps with focus and concentration.

  • Vibrant yellow may even boost memory.

However, bold, warm tones can sometimes be overstimulating, making naptime challenging. A good strategy is to balance them with cooler hues to create a harmonious, restful space.


Recommended Paint Shades:

  • 28YR 29/561

  • 45YY 71/426

  • 40YY 48/750

Patterns to Engage Your Baby’s Vision

Black & White for Early Development

Newborns see in black and white for the first few weeks, making high-contrast patterns an excellent way to support visual development.

Why not add a feature wall near the cot with bold monochrome stripes or chevron patterns? As your baby grows and starts seeing colours, you can update the design with brighter shades.

Recommended Paint Shades:

  • 10YR 17/465

  • 10BB 13/362

  • 90GY 21/472

Add an Alphabet Theme

Learning Letters Early

Introducing letters and words into the nursery design is a fun way to stimulate early literacy.

A simple stencilled border of letters or numbers near the ceiling gives your baby something engaging to look at while lying in their cot. Alternatively, a feature wall with wooden letters allows for easy rearrangement—mix up the words daily for added fun!

Recommended Paint Shades:

  • 10GG 51/125


Nature-Inspired Nursery Ideas

A Tree of Knowledge

Bring the magic of nature indoors with a painted tree-shaped bookshelf—a simple and creative afternoon project.

Start by tracing a tree outline on the wall with pencil or chalk. Use a fine brush for the edges and fill in with a roller. Personalize it with red apples, woodland animals, or a little bird to spark your baby’s imagination.

Recommended Paint Shades:

  • 10GY 52/541


A World of Colourful Exploration

Travel-Inspired Nursery Decor

Encourage your baby’s curiosity about the world with a colourful world map mural.

Maps come in various styles and colour schemes, so you can find one that complements your nursery decor perfectly. Not sure what colours to choose? The Dulux Visualizer app can help you preview different options before you start painting.

With these ideas, you can create a visually stimulating and nurturing environment that gives your little one the best possible start in life!

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