Have you ever noticed how blue can make a room feel so calm and fresh? Maybe you’re thinking of painting your living room walls in a small flat in Mumbai or trying a craft project with your kids in a cosy Kerala home. Either way, learning how to make blue colour mixing in different shades can be a fun journey. Here’s the twist: blue is a primary colour, so you can’t just colour mix red and yellow to get it like some other hues. 

But don’t worry, that doesn’t mean you’re out of luck! You can still play around with blue to create beautiful shades for your space. In this blog, I’ll walk you through how to mix colours, share why blue is so special, and show you how Berger Paints can help you find the right shade for your home.

Understanding The Basics Of Blue Colour Creation

Can You Mix Colours To Make Blue?

No, Blue is a primary colour and can't be made by mixing any other shades. In colour theory, red, yellow, and blue are the base colours. They form all other colours when mixed in various ways. That’s why you won’t find a formula to create blue out of anything else.

But once you have blue, you can change it up. Want it lighter? Add some white. Need a deeper feel? A little black can do that. Furthermore, you can even mix some green shade or red to give the blue a different tone. It all depends on the mood you want to create in your space.

How To Make Light Blue Colour

To get a soft light blue, start with your base blue paint. Add small portions of white paint to it. Mix slowly and stop when you reach a pale, airy tone. This colour works well in bedrooms, bathrooms, and ceilings because it feels calm and open.

How To Make A Dark Blue Colour

Dark blue is made by adding just a touch of black to the blue paint. Add it bit by bit. Too much black can make it look dull or greyish. When done right, dark blue adds depth and makes large spaces feel cosy.

How To Make Navy Blue Colour

Start with the colour blue wheel, then mix in a small amount of black and a tiny hint of red. This creates that intense navy blue colour. It looks elegant and works well in living rooms or on exterior walls if you're going for a bold look.

How To Make Teal Blue Colour

To get teal blue, combine blue with green and add a little white. This creates a lively, refreshing shade. Teal is often used in kitchens, work areas, or even on accent walls to bring energy to the room.

Why Is Blue A Primary Colour In Paints?

In painting, blue is one of the three primary colours, and the other two are red and yellow. Blue colour theory is built through these three colours. It means that all the other colours are achieved through a combination of these, but these three cannot be achieved through any other means.

Blue is a standard colour in painting since it can take any direction. Depending on its usage, it can be warm or cool. This versatility is one of the reasons why many individuals choose different shades of blue to paint their walls.

Popular Blue Shades In Berger Paints Colour Catalogue

Berger Paints has many ready-to-use blue shades. You don’t have to mix your own unless you want to. These options can make your selection easier.

Check them all in this Blue Colour Catalogue.

Morning Sky

Light with gentle undertones, the morning sky exudes a sense of peace and tranquillity.  Its soft colour adds brightness to areas without being overpowering. Because of this, light blue is the perfect colour for peaceful bedrooms.

Deep Aqua

Deep Agua has an incredible effect and is a vivid, bright blue.  The deep blue wall colour gives any space a distinctive and striking sense of style. It conveys a sense of sophistication and passion and looks fantastic in bathrooms and on accent walls. 

Daily Blues

Use these warm hues to transform your walls.  Give the area a fresh personality and a cosy feel. It goes well with some of the shades like, Big Falls, Sugar Honey, etc.

Blue Sky

Use our vivid pastel colours to revitalise walls. Savour the range of hues and design a distinctive ambience in your house or place of business.

Smooth Sailing

The soft, bright blue of Smooth Sailing creates a feeling of energy and breeze.  Clarity and freshness are added by its delicate undertones.  It is a sea blue colour that is intended to create a more spacious and tranquil atmosphere in living rooms or bedrooms.

Southern Skies

Add these cool shades to any area to create a relaxed atmosphere.  Boost your walls' style factor! This shade perfectly go well with Think Spring, Green Flight, etc.

Celebration Blue

With faint green undertones, Celebration Blue is a deep and rich shade.  It gives interior spaces a sense of calm and stability.  This combination of green and blue creates a calm, spa-like ambience that is ideal for bathrooms.

Playful Touch

A playful touch looks as clean and playful as its name suggests.  Imagine a calm, serene winter sky, and that's exactly what this shade offers.  It instantly creates a feeling of space when placed on the walls of the living room.  It complements pastels and whites nicely.  Additionally, light woods enhance this colour's clean appeal and give it depth.

Big Blue Sky

Look for a light, gentle shade of sky blue.  The Big Blue Sky is a soft colour that inspires peace and openness.  Its broad appeal creates a spacious and cosy ambience that works well in both living rooms and bedrooms.  This colour goes very well with light wood and white.  Additionally, it enhances natural fibres and provides a light, airy, and calm appearance.

Bountiful Bay

The colour "Bountiful Bay" was created to create a deep and rich aesthetic.  This shade of teal blue gives living rooms depth and an opulent feel.  Its appeal for a room that exudes luxury is enhanced by warm metallic accents like bronze and gold.  It produces a cosy and enigmatic atmosphere.

Tips To Choose The Right Blue Shade For Your Space

Picking a blue shade isn’t just about what looks good on a chart. Think about:

• Lighting: Light blue works better in dark spaces, while deeper tones suit bright rooms.
  
   
• Room size: Light shades can make small rooms feel bigger. Dark ones add comfort to larger spaces.
  
   
• Mood: Want something relaxing? Go for sky or soft blue. Need something energetic? Teal or aqua might be better.

You can try all these shades virtually using the Colour Visualiser. It shows you how each colour would look in your space before you decide.

How Can Berger Paints Help You In Choosing The Right Shade Of Blue?

Berger Paints doesn’t just offer an extensive range of blue shades. Their express painting service can also help you plan better. From helping you select the colour to finish the painting smoothly, their team makes the process quick and easy.

They also use modern tools and techniques to ensure the colour appears exactly how you expect on your walls.