Choosing a color for your little one’s room reinforces the idea of having their own personal space. It can help foster independence, and the color you select could even influence a more positive mood. From complementing your children’s furniture to fostering a specific ambiance, here are some considerations for selecting the color of your kids’ rooms. 

Why Do Colors Influence Mood?

Colors have energy wavelengths and can influence mood in adults and children alike. Researchers discovered that students performed assignments more quickly when wearing goggles in their favorite color. When color passes through the eye, it is then deciphered by the brain. Colors can stimulate brain impulses that regulate hormones and trigger psychological and emotional reactions. They can even have a physical effect, with certain colors impacting the brain’s hypothalamus to control the nervous system and heart rate.

What Are the Different Meanings Behind Colors?

Since specific colors evoke certain psychological and even physical responses, it’s possible painting your child’s room could help influence a more positive mood. Here are some popular colors and their studied effects.

• Red is a stimulating color associated with love and passion. In a study area, it may be used to help students focus on detail-oriented tasks.
• Yellow is associated with happiness and can stimulate intelligence. It’s ideal for play areas but can be overstimulating in large amounts.
• Blue shades can create a calming environment, reduce blood pressure, and foster creativity.
• Green reminds many people of nature and encourages relaxation. It is also believed that the effects of this color foster good health.
• Pink has a calming effect and can help create empathy. For children who share rooms, pink may be a good choice to encourage kindness toward one another.
• Orange is believed to support critical thinking and memory skills. Use it in study areas to help scholastic performance.

Keep in mind that you don’t have to paint the entire room one color. Consider painting the walls a neutral shade and having pops of color from wall decals, murals, or an accent wall.

How Can You Choose the Right Color for Your Child?

The needs of your children will help you determine which colors to use in their rooms. For example, you might have a little one who gets overstimulated at bedtime, in which case a soothing color like pink or blue might help them calm down to sleep.

The colors of your children's furniture and decor should also be a factor when deciding on the right shades. Look for complementary colors, which tend to fall on the opposite sides of the color wheel. For instance, orange and blue are opposites, as are purple and yellow.

No matter which colors you choose, Flexa® Hawaii has the perfect furniture to suit your child’s space. Based in Honolulu, Oahu, this children’s furniture manufacturer offers bedroom pieces designed for easy assembly and reconfiguration to match your child's growth. Find out more about their innovative modular furniture system online, or call (808) 955-4434 to speak with a team member.