A baby room in pink is the first thought of many parents who are expecting a girl. Although the color seems too mainstream, it is still very popular for decorating girls' rooms. However, for a successful interior design you need at least a suitable color partner. And there is perhaps no other color that brings out pink as well as gray. Neutral and extremely modern, gray offers the perfect backdrop for furniture and decoration in pink. In today's post, we've collected lots of adorable baby room ideas in gray and pink to inspire you to create a dreamy nursery for your little girl!
That's why gray and pink are a suitable combination for the baby's room
Is your due date approaching and you haven't started planning the baby's room yet? Use the time when you still feel comfortable and active to prepare the apartment for the coming baby. In the last months of pregnancy, too much effort is not recommended, so the work around the room should be done a few weeks in advance. The second trimester stands out as the best time for this.
If you have already heard the happy news that you are expecting a little girl, then it is time to think about a suitable girl's room design. First of all, you should choose a color palette that will characterize the walls, floor, furniture and decoration. You can either click on onegender-neutral color combinationor opt for a girlish interior design.
The color pink is a classic for designing a girl's room. It looks elegant, lovely and girly, which at first glance speaks for the room of a little princess. So that pink doesn't dominate the room too much, it can be combined with other colors. Neutral tones go best with this, as they do not overshadow the effect of the pink, but rather highlight it better. One of the best colors for this purpose is gray. A modern baby room in gray and pink is characterized by a dreamlike atmosphere and impresses with a lot of elegance. In the following sections we will reveal how you can successfully combine the two colors and what you need to consider when setting up.
Which shades of gray and pink are suitable?
In fact, a room is rarely decorated in just two colors. Another, third color is usually used, which brings out the selected color duo. And that color is white. The simplest reason behind this is that most of the furniture for the room is white. Colored baby beds and dressers usually cost more and are not offered by every manufacturer. White, on the other hand, is a classic color for baby furniture and is therefore widespread. But don't worry - the color doesn't seem dominant in the interior at all and goes almost unnoticed in the gray and pink baby room.
Light gray and pastel pink
The color combination gray and pink for the baby's room is not only stylish, but also very diverse. You can choose between different shades of the two colors and furnish the room according to your own ideas. For example, if you prefer light shades, then the combination of a light gray tone and pastel pink is perfect for you. Both colors complement each other and create a wonderful ambience in the interior.
Dark gray and old pink
For those who want to furnish their apartment in a darker color scheme, the combination of a dark shade of gray andromantic old pinkas a suitable choice. Regardless of whether you choose basalt, anthracite or black gray, you should definitely keep in mind that dark gray can appear too dominant in the room. So don't overdo it to create a cozy room.
Gray and rose
In a beautiful room, the pink nuances can also be used just as accents. You can see a nice example in the photo above, where the baby room is decorated in light gray and white with accents in a delicate rose tone.
Basalt gray and pink
Again in the dark color scheme, this small baby room impresses with the stylish combination of basalt gray for the floor and walls and elements in a strong pink. This design is expressive and has been successfully complemented by some metallic accents.
Wall design ideas for a room
Since the walls are considered the main element of room design, you should pay them a little more attention. Gray, white and pink are perfect wall colors for a baby room in gray and pink. They can also be combined with each other by creating different patterns and motifs.
The easiest way to paint stripes and various motifs on the wall is to use stencils. You can make a stencil yourself out of cardboard and transfer it to the already painted wall. It's not complicated at all!
Another easy way to make the walls in the baby's room interesting is to use wall stickers. They are available in any motif and can add the finishing touch to a plain wall. Whether a tree, a butterfly, a few stars, hearts or flowers – the selection is huge.
With wooden wall paneling you can give the baby room in gray and pink that certain something. In this case, the natural look of the wood is not so suitable as it can overshadow the effect of the gray-pink color duo. Here we recommend theWooden boards can be painted or glazed whiteto create a harmonious overall picture in the interior.
When it comes to wall design in the baby's room, you shouldn't ignore wallpaper as an option. A beautiful floral wallpaper in pastel tones would perfectly complement the gray and pink interior.
Decorate baby room in gray and pink
When it comes to decorating your baby's room, you can let your imagination run wild. It is only important that the decorative elements fit well with the furnishings and harmonize with the design of the room. A wonderful example would be a gallery wall designed with baby photos, children's drawings and nice sayings.
To do this, you can dye a few old picture frames in gray, white and pink and arrange them beautifully on the wall above the baby bed. If you use vintage-style picture frames, the room will get the popular shabby chic look.
If you still need some ideas for inspiration, then browse our gallery to discover more ideas for decoration, bedding, toys and furniture for the room.
