Top 5 Rules for Picking Paint Color
Ahh, the choice that often plagues most homeowners - which paint color do I use? As the world of paint continues to grow, it is becoming increasingly difficult to know which color, type, and style of paint to choose. As more options are added, the process of choosing can quickly feel overwhelming!
Are you considering updating the paint in your home or other space? Here are the top five rules you should follow when picking a new paint color!
5 Rules for Choosing a Paint Color
1. Look At Your Closet For Inspiration
Not sure where to begin when looking for a new paint color? A great place to start is with your closet!
Why? The answer is surprisingly obvious - your closet will reveal to you the colors that you most often enjoy because you choose them to wear every day! Let your closet be your guide in helping you find a paint color that you will know and love for your home or space.
2. Consider A Room’s Purpose
When it comes to choosing paint, you will want to make sure you choose a color that fits the design and functionality of a room. Consider how you use the room, what you keep there, and what elements such as light and space play in the room. If you are looking to bring attention to a particular spot, consider an accent wall. Bring light to the room with white or off-white colors.
3. Choose A Color Pallete
Another great way to land on a paint color is to start with a color palette. By choosing a set of colors that you would like to use across your home, you can better plan for how you will use the particular colors in that pallet across different rooms. This is a method that many interior decorators and designers use every day!
4. Finish It Off
Not only will you want to pick a paint color, but you will also need to choose a finish. Paint finishes come in a variety of types - flat/matte, eggshell, satin, semi-gloss, and high-gloss Each finish will affect how the paint looks when you pick a specific color, so make sure you choose carefully when picking your finish.
5. Experiment Before You Commit
Want to get a feel for how different colors look in space? Buy samples of different colors and add them in small swatches to the walls of a space. Once they dry, you can get an idea of how the color will look on the walls! Once you choose a color, you can paint over the other swatches or add a layer of primer.
Choose Confidently With Shamrock Hill Design
Choosing paint colors can be a fun and exciting process - if you know how to choose properly! If you are in need of extra inspiration or a set of expert eyes, contact the team at Shamrock Hill Design.
Our experienced home staging and design experts can give you advice and guidance on proper paint color selection, as well as a variety of other professional services. Contact us today to learn more!