How to Choose Paint Colors
Hi from Brooklyn!
Those of you who have worked with me know that I love color. It’s rare that I will recommend white paint on your walls. There’s always another color that is warmer, cozier, or just cooler to pull your room together. Generally, something a little unconventional, like experimenting with different shades or even trying out cladding paint, works better.
Choosing paint colors for interior and exteriors is an important decision, although thankfully it is one you could change your mind on by painting again. It’ll take time, and it will be an expense to consider, so thinking about this carefully is worth it. As this will make a difference in the final look of the home to the outside, you may want to work with commercial exterior painting professionals for a better end result.
When considering how to choose paint colors, it’s essential to envision the ambiance and style you want to achieve in your space. Whether you’re aiming for a serene sanctuary or a vibrant atmosphere, selecting the perfect hues can transform your home. To bring your vision to life, you may want to consider consulting with a professional decorator or hire an interior painter Adelaide who can offer expert advice on color selection and application techniques. Their expertise can help you navigate the myriad of options available, ensuring that your chosen colors harmonize beautifully with your décor and personal taste.
When choosing paint colors for interior, I always follow 2 rules:
1. Paint the color in the room before buying it.
2. Select your paint color last.
Painting the color in the room is obvious though often ignored. The paint chip that we all view from the store is printed with ink on paper; it is not paint. It will look completely different on your wall. Natural light and the color of your light bulbs will also effect how you ‘see’ the paint in your room. The paint color will change as the light changes in your room throughout the day. Never paint your room and then select your furniture. Your carpet, window treatments and furniture all need to be taken into consideration before you choose interior and exterior house paints and start your residential or commercial painting project. Paint pulls all of these items together in a cohesive way. There are 29 million paint colors to choose from and there will always be a ‘perfect’ shade. Choose it last!
Pantone Color has picked Greenery, above, as the Color of the Year. This is a hopeful, happy color. It reminds me of spring time and is a perfect balance of blue and yellow undertones. In the late 70’s, our beach house had corduroy living room furniture in the exact same shade! Hmmm, corduroy furniture….no, maybe not.
xoxo Theresa
Theresa Seabaugh Interior Design
