When it comes to home decoration, colour is everything. You might think that this is just another minor detail but the reality is that the paint colour you choose for your home (interior and exterior) says a lot about your character and who you are as a person. Here are several tips to help you choose the right colours for your house paint.
Carry Out a Test
Certain colours might look really good in a can but when applied on a wall, the story changes completely. So before you embark on a full-scale house painting it is recommended that you carry out a mini-test. This simply involves applying different paint colours on a small section of a wall. By so doing you will get an idea of what to expect once the project is complete. If you like what you see, then you can go full-scale, if not just choose another colour and carry out the test again.
The Mood
The colour of paint you choose for the different rooms in your house will relay a particular message to all those who see it. Different colours create different moods; this means that what you go for will have a significant impact on how you feel on a day to day basis. Every room in a house has a particular mood that is usually associated to it; the living room, for example, is supposed to be lively while the bedrooms and bathrooms are supposed to have a relaxed feel. Cool colours like blue and green create a relaxed environment whereas warm colours like orange and red are used to make rooms look lively.
Furnishings
Before you start painting the interior of your home it is important to first consider what is or will be in the different rooms. The colour of paint you choose for a room should always complement whatever is in that room. Think about the curtains, rugs, furniture, paintings, bed covers, pillows, bathtubs, sinks among other things. When you factor in all these details it will be easier to a find paint colour that will help create a harmonious environment in your home.
Mix It Up
There is no rule which says that you should stick to one paint colour only. If done correctly, mixing colours can achieve some very stunning effects. Again, in this case, you will also have to first carry out a mini test before going full-scale so as to determine which combinations work best. There are also mix-and-match tips from home decoration magazines, online blogs and even home association websites that you can use for this purpose.