Why is so difficult to choose paint color?
Why is it so difficult to choose paint colors???
Why is it so difficult to choose a paint color? More enough then not, I hear my clients say,“I thought this was the perfect color until I saw it on the wall”. So many times, the homeowners will choose a color they saw in a magazine. The problem with that, you don’t have the same accessories or furniture as the magazine picture. It may not work. Other times they have a color in mind, but they picked the wrong undertone. That is probably the biggest mistake I see.
- Every color has an undertone. Meaning all beiges started as a color, whether it’s yellow, red, green, or orange. So pay attention.
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Yellow undertones
Green undertones
- Determine what undertones are in your room like your carpet, flooring, furniture, or accessories.
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- Keep all your neutral the same undertones. By doing this, you are assured of having a successful color palette.
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- Don’t forget about lighting. All colors will look different in different lighting situtaions, morning sun, afternoon shade, and evening lighting. So make sure you test the colors in these situations.
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- Use large paint samples. Many companies, like Sherwin Williams, offer 8×11 samples that can be ordered online. This is great because you can truly see the color.
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- NEVER paint the color sample directly on the wall. The existing color will influence the color sample, and you not get an accurate read!!
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These guidelines will help you when choosing your color palette . You can also decide to hire a Designer. This small investmentwill assure you that the colors you are choosing are the correct one. You are thereby eliminating any costly mistakes. So well worththe cost.