The first day, weeks and months after the arrival of your baby is sure to be a whirlwind of super special moments. Creating a space that you can really enjoy with your new fam-bam during this time is something you won’t regret — a fresh lick of pre-bub paint can really do wonders in making a peaceful, enjoyable space for everyone to get better acquainted in down the track.

Maybe it’s a neutral palette of light grey, pale dusty green or muted pistachio. It could be a clean pale pink, a warm blush or a greyish blue to create a loving space. How you choose to roll is up to you. Once you decide on the right shade, any leftover paint from your chosen wall colour can be used to spruce up any wooden toys, drawers or furniture.

While it’s important your nursery space looks good, an even bigger concern should be that it’s safe for you and your bub. One thing you’ll want to avoid as much as possible: VOCs, also known as volatile organic compounds which are commonly found in paint products. The good news? Our entire paint range is specially formulated to be more than 99% free from the air-polluting VOC. A win-win for everyone, really. So let’s talk colours:

This much-loved light grey hue will look great on your nursery walls. To elevate the space further, a two-tone approach is a great way to add dimension to your cosy space.

This shade of pale dusty green is everything that a neutral-coloured nursery calls for; warmth, calm, and a soft lightness that brings a really great energy into the room.

You can’t go wrong with this warm off-white, and it’s one of the best hues for spaces of all sizes thanks to its versatility. 

We can’t get enough of this warm muted pistachio hue. Before you get ready to roll, remember you can order a couple of our giant peel-and-stick colour swatches to find the perfect shade.

Forget about beige as you know it. This light beige boasts a hint of khaki, making it stand out above the rest.

This sophisticated, punchy and barely-there pinkish lilac will add the right amount of colour to your walls but without overwhelming your bub or the space.

If you have your heart set on a nursery with a touch of pink, Settle Petal – a beautiful dusty pink – offers a modern spin on things.

Another great option that straddles the line between neutrals and colour. Not only will this muted blush pink look great on your walls, but also wooden toys, wooden furniture or any other surface if you have leftover paint to use.

What’s not to love about a pale greyish blue? In a small space light colours can make a room feel bigger and brighter, and help to create a space you’ll love spending time in.

Clean, light and bright, Bon Bon reminds us of all the good things in life that make you smile – making it the perfect hue to liven up your nursery space.

A cool dusty blue we keep coming back to time and time again, this shade is a universal favourite and adds a sense of calm to any space — especially one made just for your tiny person!