The Prettiest Pink Paints for Every Room
Pink paint is stepping out of the nursery and into the spotlight. No matter what room you're painting, there's a shade of pink to try — whether it's a kitchen, bathroom or even the whole house! Don't believe us? Read on to see all the pretty-in-pink spaces from HGTV Magazine, and get tips from designers about how to use these hues in any room.
Kicking off the parade of pink paint: This effortlessly cool living room. “I wanted to highlight the character of my living room and find a color soft enough to get my boyfriend on board," says Danielle Roxanne Nagel of Dazey Den Design. "This pink is warm and not too bright. Putting it on an accent wall brought all the elements in the space together.” (Pale Jasper by Dunn-Edwards)
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Smoky Salmon for a Whimsical Kitchen
“This color is a total conversation starter," says designer Katrina Porter. "The pink feels refreshing and surprisingly natural in a kitchen while also adding a lot of whimsical charm." (Smoky Salmon by Sherwin-Williams)
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Bold Fuchsia in a Reading Nook
“A lot of people might shy away from this color because it’s very bold, but when you pair it with the right fabrics and textures, the end result feels cohesive,” says designer Katie Kildal. (Exuberant Pink by Sherwin-Williams)
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Bright Pink in a Walk-In Closet
“A blue undertone gives this pink depth and sophistication. The room has only one window, so this color was the perfect way to add some lightness in a small space,” designer Cynthia Ferguson says. (Foxy Pink by Behr)
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Soft, Sophisticated Pink for a Bathroom Vanity
"For this girls’ bathroom, we wanted a sophisticated look that they could grow with," says designer Mel Bean. "This pink is the perfect balance of rosy blush and soft peach — just saturated enough but still elegant." (Pale Petal, Benjamin Moore)
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Pastel Pink Tones for a Fireplace
“The coral walls and blue ceiling create a soft backdrop that beautifully supports the other colors and patterns. The medium wood tones in the furniture help ground the palette,” says designer Micaela Quinton of Copper Sky Design + Remodel. (Comical Coral and Memorable Rose by Sherwin-Williams)
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Petal Pink in the Kitchen
“A soft and cheerful pink with subtle peach undertones adds a whimsical element to this kitchen. It harmonizes with the green tile, making the space look cheerful and carefree,” says designer Philip Hide of Wise Design & Remodel. (Lotus Flower by Sherwin-Williams)
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A Pop of Peachy-Pink in a Bathroom
“Most people think of coral as a pink, but this version has punchy orange undertones that keep it fun but not too girly," says designer Gail Barley. "Perfect for this guest bathroom!” (Cherry Chip by Dunn-Edwards)
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Rosy Pink Kitchen Cabinets
“Pink kitchen cabinets may not be for everyone, but the color worked wonders in an unexciting butler’s pantry. Continuing the pink onto the wall above boosts the boldness even more,” says designer Harmony Grogan of Pluck Architecture. (Cinder Rose by Farrow & Ball)
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A Home Office Drenched in Fuchsia
“This deep and luxurious pink hits the perfect note of sophistication for our client’s home office. Continuing it on the ceiling and trim makes the room look bigger,” says designer Mark Schubert of Phillip Harrison Interiors. (Hot Lips by Benjamin Moore)
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Two-Tone Pink in a Bathroom
“I started with the color on the vanity and went one shade lighter for the wall. They’re both airy and bright with a subtle hint of color," says designer Alisha Gwen. "I find the best gems in the Sherwin-Williams pastels section!” (Comical Coral and Intimate White by Sherwin-Williams)
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A Pop of Pink Under a Staircase
“My clients were craving something vibrant in this spot under their stairs, but they didn’t want to commit to painting the full wall. This pink makes the cabinet a focal point, and its lavender undertones look great with the art,” says designer Sarah Hargrave. (Cosmic Pink by Valspar)
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High-Contrast Pink in a Living Room
“This deep pink makes a striking but harmonious contrast to the sofa. It has hints of earthy rose and brown, which prevents the room from looking too in-your-face,” says designer Theresa Butler. (Cordial by Sherwin-Williams)
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A Hot Pink Vanity in a Wallpapered Bathroom
“Playful dog wallpaper kicked off the redo of this bathroom, designed for a young girl. The black-and-white pattern paved the way for a big pop of color on the vanity," says designer Shannon Weller of Tracy Lynn Studio. "Fuchsia is vibrant and hip, and it’s a shade she won’t outgrow.” (Beauty Queen by Behr)
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A Laundry Room With Pastel Pink Everything
“I ran with my clients’ ‘more is more’ attitude and painted their laundry room walls and cabinets bubblegum pink," says designer Max Humphrey. "It makes washing and folding a little more fun. Now they say they really look forward to laundry day!” (Sweet Taffy by Benjamin Moore)
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A Pink "Headboard" in a Boho Bedroom
“Instead of buying a headboard, I painted the arch on the wall behind our bed with some leftovers from a previous project," says Lilly Ortiz. "The color provides instant gratification: Once it’s on the wall, you feel alive and optimistic and peppy. That’s helpful since we’re now empty nesters!” (For a similar look, try Venetian Rose by Benjamin Moore.)
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Glowing Pink in a Bathroom
“My clients wanted their home to feel custom, so we chose vibrant paints like this pink. The color gets their daughters excited to brush their teeth, plus it reflects off the walls and makes the entire bathroom glow,” says designer Denise Davies. (Heart Breaker by Behr)
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Blush Cabinets for a Home Office
“Some muted pinks come off as juvenile, but not this one. It looks super sophisticated on the cabinetry in this home office. You can spin the color any way you want — boho, glam — and it works every time,” says designer Gabriela Laboy. (Middleton Pink by Farrow & Ball)
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A Very Pink Vanity in a Bathroom With Floral Wallpaper
“To make my client’s little vanity memorable, I had it painted strawberry-ice-cream pink — a shade I pulled from the wallpaper — and then added crystal knobs," says designer Jennifer Strickler. "It’s never failed to get oohs and aahs from visitors.” (In the Pink by Sherwin-Williams)
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Muted Blush for an Entryway
“I call this color a mature blush-beige. It’s warm and inviting, which helps make this nook feel cozy. I used a vintage rug to tie the space together," says homeowner and creator Hana Irfan. (Redend Point by Sherwin-Williams)
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Palm Springs-Inspired Pink in a Guest Room
“These homeowners are into purple, so I put a spin on it in their guest room — a dusty rose straight out of a Palm Springs sunset. They joke that they like it so much, they might move in,” says designer Michelle Boudreau. (Rennie's Rose by Dunn-Edwards)
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An Angular Coral Accent Wall
“This might be a toddler’s room, but the parents were into the coral shade as much as she was. Painting a triangular section was an affordable, nonpermanent way to add character," says architect Ryan Connolly. "I loved hearing the little girl shout, ‘Wow, look at the shapes!’ when she first walked in.” (Jovial by Sherwin-Williams)
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A Soft Pink Vanity in a White Bathroom
“This is a warm pink, like the kind you see in sunsets, which is why it works in lots of different spaces. Here it adds a bit of fun in a mostly white bathroom," says designer Jennifer Barron. "I could also see it pepping up an entryway or a small den.” (Romance by Sherwin-Williams)
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Bright Coral for a Bedroom
"I tend to like colors that nod to my Jamaican roots. Coral made the room shine when the sun came through the windows," says homeowner and creator Stacy-Ann Blake. (Coral Gables by Benjamin Moore)
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A Dusty Pink Front Door
“My house’s traditional taupe siding felt a bit blah, but I didn’t want to repaint the entire exterior. A dusty pink on the front door was transformative. Pastel shades are really having a moment," says homeowner and designer Allison Crawford. "And giving people directions is super easy — I just say it’s the pink-door house!” (Cinder Rose by Farrow & Ball)