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How to Choose a Safe
Color to Paint Your Rooms
by Johnson Design
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Are you STILL thinking about painting your walls with color?
Many people are afraid to make the leap from 'builder's beige' to a more daring
color choice. What holds you back? Are you afraid the color will be too strong?
Not match your furniture? Or you'll become tired of it and have to start over
again?
While you're debating the work involved you are missing out on one of the
basic elements of design that can change the entire look of your room for under
$50.
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Your tired furniture can become new again and a mismatched room can have
designer flare! So, how do you choose the right color?
The first recommendation is to choose a tinted neutral. Why is that? Instead of
choosing rich, deep colors for your first project, you will likely feel more
comfortable with a neutral such as beige or gray which will not date the room or
create a jarring palate that you will easily tire of.
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However, when you go to your local home improvement store you will be faced with
a sea of color swatches - hundreds of versions of basic beige and gray to choose
from. So before you go, consider these steps to choosing the right color for
you.
If you like the feel of a warm and cozy room - think of fireplaces, brown
leather and sunsets - then you'll want to start with a beige tone.
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Now, consider your furniture and accessories. What colors do you see? If you
have a lot of black or navy you may wish to choose a beige with orange or pink
undertones to keep the look warm. If you have browns or reds in your furniture,
select a cooler beige with ashy tones to avoid 'overheating' your room.
If you prefer a cooler, airy look - chrome, glass and shades of icy blue - then
select gray tones. Some stores will have a 'true gray' color swatch which you
can use to compare with their designer selections. On comparison you will notice
that each gray has undertones. Some will have blue or lavender tones, others may
have green or even a hint of pink.
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Using the same guide as stated above, identify the main colors of furniture and
accessories in the room. Use green or pink toned greys with cool toned
furnishings to avoid it from feeling like an ice box. Use blue or lavender
undertones in rooms with warmer colored furnishings.
If you are really torn between beige or gray, than the easiest color to work
with is green. Keeping it in a muted tone will make it very easy to live with,
and will work with most color
palates.
Painting rooms with color will bring the finishing touch to your home - don't
you deserve it?
About the Author - Johnson Design
specialize in Interior Design and Decorating.
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