Your home is your refuge, the place where you can relax after a hard day. Home is a place that needs to reflect your own personality and give you a sense of peace and well-being. Colors have a magical effect on our subconscious, and the colors you choose to paint the interior of your home may contribute to how you react and feel. There are scientist who study the affects color, known as
color psychology. This studies have been shown how color can inspire creativity, make us relaxed, make us more productive, and so on. Choosing the perfect color scheme for your home may seem like somewhat of a daunting task. But with a little research and a few simple tips, you will be well on your way to enjoying your new paint job. Different colors have different properties and different effects upon people’s feelings and emotions. Color evokes an emotional response from us almost immediately. Here are a few common colors that are often used to paint interiors: Green: Green is a very relaxing natural color, is what I call a nature color. It is perfect for bedrooms and often used in kitchens combined with brown to create an organic effect. Red: Red is one of the most powerful color choices. Dark shades of red are good used in living rooms to create a comforting romantic atmosphere. Using red as an accent color can definitely make a bold statement. Black: This color can create a striking and dramatic effect. It has to be used in smaller proportions, though.
Painting an entire room black would be a bit overwhelming. This is better as an accent color. White: Peaceful and clean, white is a popular choice with hospitals. White also make’s areas look bigger than what they are. Using black and white can create a stunning combination. Blue: This is a color that will calm your spirit. Blue can be a relaxing color, however, it is also a cold color, so it is not recommended for cold climates or rooms without a window to let the sun stream inside. Many people choose this color for bedrooms and bathrooms, places where they want a calm relaxed feeling. Brown: A soothing color that can be used almost anywhere to add to your color scheme. It especially looks well with other warm colors such as red. Brown looks awesome on an accent wall. Yellow: The shade of this color will determine what feelings it invokes. A bright yellow would jump out at you and perk you up. A little more subtle shade of yellow is nice for brightening up any room. This is great for areas that do not receive much natural light. These color associations area basic guide when choosing paint colors for your home. Keep in mind that each of these colors have many different shades that could be darker or lighter by varying degrees. The lighting available in each room of your home will also affect the look of color that you see. Upon hiring us we would provide you with a free color consultation. Give us a call at (314) 255-2201
