Colors are part of everything. Everything that we come across has a specific color.
But do you know that these colors affect us?
The colors affect us significantly, changing our moods, fostering feelings, and evoking emotions in us. So, when you are undertaking a home remodeling and repainting project and thinking what color should the walls be, you should not just consider cost and durability, but must also think in terms of color psychology, effects, and what is in.
The paint color and texture completely alters the space and renders unique characteristics to it. It affects the richness of the color, lighting, and healthiness of environment. For example, hospital walls are often painted white with green utilities. Why? Because white gives a spacious and pristine feeling while the green indicates hygiene and cleanliness
Whether you want to do it yourself or want to hire a remodeling contractor to do the job, you should research it through to make the right choice, otherwise you will not only be facing losses, but may need remodeling sooner than you expected. Also, some of the paints and textures are difficult and can only be handled by professional painters.
So, here are tips to make your paint choices on the spot and according to your requirements.
- Do your own homework
- Integrate Lighting Plan in Your Design
- Think About the Ambiance
- Consider Paint Finishes and Textures Along with Painting Experts
- Balance the Space
Before you move on to your quest in the market, it is important to spare some time and research for the latest trends online or in home improvement magazines.
The magazines publish the latest trends in home residential spaces including the top color choices, preferred textures, and seasonal updates along with professional advices for homeowners. You will find out the latest happenings and will be able to decide a trendy look for your room, kitchen or the bathroom.
Whether it is a complete renovation including replacement of fixture or just repainting of space, you will get the latest ideas.
The lighting in the room is one of the most important factors in color selection. The lighting alters the color, and the same color appears different in different types of lighting. If space has
ample daylight, then the colors will show in their truest sense. The fluorescent lights change the color with a strong hint of blue while the incandescent lights cast warm and yellow tones.
Based on this, a strong color may not be fit adjacent to large windows or in the areas where you want to have a soft ambiance like the drawing room.
Ambiance and colors go hand in hand. When you are choosing the paint, think about the kind of ambiance you aspire to have in the room. Whether you want a soft and soothing bedroom or you want to have an intimate feeling. Do you want your drawing to be warm and sociable or cool and calm? Or should your kitchen be filled with intimate family bonding or it should have a feeling of quiet and calmness?
If you are picking a paint for your kid’s room, you should consider the age and interests of the kids in your selection.
You can ask to help you in color selection as the soft and neutral colors have a warm feeling while the strong and rich colors have a dramatic impact.
We are living in 2018, and the paint means much more than a simple colored layer on the wall. The paint textures are a perfect way to add variety and depth to your paint choices. There are different textures available, and your contractor can show you samples of different paint colors with textures. If you want to play a little adventurous and interesting, then the different paint finishes including matt, reflective, and glossy are the options to consider.
Finally, when you have selected a paint color, then ask your contractor to start small. Only paint a small surface of the room to show you how it looks, and you can give him go ahead when you are satisfied with your selections.
You should avoid doing DIY painting as it can ruin the walls and floors, costing you more than the professionals
Whether you want to create vibrant and shouting spaces or calm and quiet spaces, finding the balance is necessary to avoid chaos. If you choose to include too many details in your room or any other space, it may strike as confusing and messy. If you choose to leave too many details, the space may look bland and boring.
Therefore, it is important to look for the right kind of balance.
