subject: Choosing Paint Colors For A Masterbedroom published in Designed 2010 @shearerpainting [print this page] Choosing Paint Colors For A Masterbedroom published in Designed 2010 @shearerpainting
Paint colors are the most Core factor in establishing a room's tone. It is also the easiest and cheapest to change. For these reasons and since it can be blended into an infinite variety, it should be the last choice made in decorating. Settle on the hue of rugs, drapes, and wallpapers first and bring samples of them along when choosing paint. Also have some idea of what the furniture will look like.
Paint color swatches will show variations of shade for every hue. Examine all the tones to see if this family of tints appeals to you. Brighter tones may be used as accents for the trim. The more subtle ones will cover the walls.
Shades of white are most often chosen for moldings, doors, and windows. Brighter hues can make a room look really striking. Choosing the lightest shade on a sample strip for molding and a darker one for the walls will similarly set the room off.
A well lighted room's mood can be set by the type of finish the paint has. If the plaster is rough or uneven, a matte or latte finish will mask such irregularity. Glossy finishes will brighten up the room since they reflect light better, but they work best with relatively smooth walls.
Consider whether you want the room to look warm or cool. Orange, red, and pink are considered warm. They supposedly summon images of fire and sunshine. Violet, green, and blue are thought to be cool. They are associated with forests and the sky.
Beiges and off-whites are such subtle hues that finding the right shade can be difficult. Adding tones of pink or yellow to them will make them appear warmer. By adding in some blue, beige and off-whites will look cooler.
Before finalizing your choice, the tint should be examined under several sources of lighting. Take it outside and look at in full sun as well as twilight. Check it under incandescent as well as fluorescent lighting, bright lights, and dim lights. Above all, be sure to examine it thoroughly within the room where you intend to use it.
Don't be afraid to ask for advice from professionals who make their living selling paint. They can explain which are washable and how long they will last as well as giving valuable tips on choosing the right hue.
Through blending, it is possible to create your own unique hue. This is done in stores all the time and makes it possible to create a perfect match with the room's rugs or drapes. All that is necessary is to bring in fabric samples of the hue you are trying to duplicate.
Paint colors of ceilings are generally lighter than those found on the walls. Ceilings are not hit directly by light coming through windows, and most indoor lighting is aimed in other directions as well. Ceilings are generally in shadow. To brighten them up, choose a shade two places lighter if working from a sample strip. You can also blend in some white paint into whatever color you have chosen for the walls.
