If you’re thinking about painting a room in your home — or painting your entire home — you may want to put some thought into choosing paint colors for the interior of your home. A fresh coat of paint is the fastest way to refresh your overall look, yet you want to be sure that you have selected the right color (and the right finish) for your painting project.
Artificial Light
Artificial light can have a negative impact on paint colors. The colors often look different from their natural state. An option when considering paint colors is to take paint swatches home and view them close to a window in the room that you intend to paint. Another option to consider is to paint a small sample area in a space that gets plenty of natural light. This will help you see the interior paint the way it will appear once it is on your walls. Paint samples are easily obtained through many professional painter services.
Purpose of the Room
An additional aspect to consider is the purpose of your room. What will your space be used for? Who uses the room? After considering these questions, homeowners should choose a wall paint that will compliment the purpose or function of the room. For bedrooms, choose a color that will reflect a relaxing and calm mood. Add a color accent to your home by painting your kitchen or bathroom cabinets with a bright color. Colors influence your mood (and the mood of your guests!), so choose wisely in creating the atmosphere that you would prefer.
It is possible to have tunnel vision when selecting a new paint color. It may be difficult to imagine how this paint will interact with the surrounding decor colors, adjoining rooms, or any adjacent walls.
There are a few factors to consider before selecting a hue. Make sure to explore your home and take note of any spaces that connect, overlap, and are easily seen from one room to the next. Taking a moment to think about these considerations will increase the quality and the lifetime of your paint job.
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Lancaster Painting offers a variety of residential painting services and can help relieve the burden of choosing the right paint scheme for your home, and we offer a two-year warranty on our paint jobs. Contact us today to book a free estimate for your next home project.
