To continue our decorating series. Any ideas what the universal decorating question might be? Well, here it is!
"I want to redecorate but need help picking a color/s. I just don't know what color/s to use"!
So, here are a few color tips that I hope you find helpful in beginning the color selection process. And, don't forget, a professional decorator can provide you with valuable assistance in making these all important color decisions!
- Decide on your dominant color. You might want to repeat that color elsewhere - at least once.
- Use colors unequally for better color proportion and balance.
- Color-connecting adjoining rooms is a must!
- Stay with light colors for a feeling of spaciousness. Lighter color tones reflect light rays instead of absorbing them.
- Bright, strong colors have the opposite effect. They create a warm, cozy feeling especially in large rooms
- Emphasize desirable architectural details with strong color
- Camouflage architectural defects with neutral paint colors.
- Notice how colors are affected by their neighbors, and be guided by what you see.
- Take wood tones into consideration - they are apart of your color scheme.
- Base your choice and use of warm and color colors on the atmosphere you wish to create.
I hope these few tips will give you some a bit of knowledge when working on developing your own personal color scheme. And remember, I'd be happy to help with your selections, as well as help you prevent costly mistakes!
For help with your decorating on the Main Line in Philadelphia call Deborah Bettcher of Decorating Den INTERIORS at 610.964.8403, www.DecDens.com/dbdesign Making the World More Beautiful-One Room at a Time
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