Colour is all around us. It not only adds beauty to life but also has the ability to set the mood. Changing the paint colour inside your home is a relatively easy and inexpensive way to give it a fresh, updated look and feel. Consider these factors when choosing a colour scheme.

First Considerations

A colour scheme often must be planned around existing items such as furniture, carpeting or draperies. Decide whether these items will form the base of the colour scheme or provide accent colours only. If replacing these basic items, opt for neutral tones to enhance future versatility.

Collect Colour Samples

Bring home paint samples from the store. Live with them for a while before making a decision. Consider whether trim and architectural features should be painted to blend in or to provide contrast with the walls. Highlight only those elements that add interest to the room.

Painting Multiple Rooms

When painting more than one room, consider whether you’d like colour to provide continuity or separation between the spaces. Allow adjoining rooms to flow seamlessly into one another, provide just a subtle shift in mood or create a set boundary through the proper use of colour.

Colour Sets the Mood

Bright colours create energy. Soft colours promote relaxation. Use restful greens and blues for bedrooms and a sunny yellow in the kitchen. Alternatively, opt for a neutral base and use accessories in accent colours to change the mood on a whim. Employ colour to your advantage to set the tone for every room in your home.

Tags: Color, Color scheme, Furniture, home decor, Interior design, Paint

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