Even if you don’t have an entire room dedicated for a children’s play space, you can still create a playroom section in a den or a child’s bedroom. No matter the area you have, picking the right color can set the room’s tone and provide the perfect backdrop for creative minds at work and healthy child development.

Color Family: Varies, runs the color spectrum Complementary Colors: Varies; purples complement yellows, greens complement pinks, and orange tones complemented bluesPairs Well With: NeutralsMood: Cheery, whimsical, energeticWhere to Use: Playroom, child’s bedroom, nursery, family den

Here’s are the best paint ideas to inspire your child’s play space. As seen in this play area from June and Jo Kids, Simply White is a lovely neutral white that plays well with a minimalist decor scheme. This paint is also a great color if your playroom is an open space off a main room, such as a sunroom or bedroom alcove.