Color is one of the most important, yet most challenging decisions you will make for your home. Here are some tips:
Yellow, Red, and Orange are all very warm colors and make objects appear closer than they really are. Use these when you want to make a large room appear more intimate.
Cool colors (Violet, Blue and Green) will do just the opposite. These are best for very small rooms that you want to appear larger, like say the bathroom.
When deciding on colors it's important to know what effect that color will have on your moods. Loving a color and living with it are two different things
Red is pretty intense, physiologically speaking, increasing blood pressure, heartbeat and energy in most people. It instills feelings of intimacy and passion. Red also increases the appetite, which explains why it is used so often in restaurants, and why it can be a good choice for a formal dining room
• Orange warms a room, but in a more friendly and welcoming way than red. As a result, paints in various shades and tints of orange work well in living rooms and family rooms.
• Yellow is cheery and welcoming, but it is more attention- getting than either red or orange. For this reason, it is a good paint color to use in poorly lit foyers or dark hallways.
• Blue, makes us feel calm and tranquil, so it is ideal for use in bedrooms. But since blue works as an appetite suppressant (perhaps because there are few blue foods) it is not the best option for a dining room ... unless you're on a diet.
• Violet is a funny one, Many adults dislike purples, but are fond of the rose family, which can work in many rooms, including dining rooms, bedrooms and libraries. Young children, on the other hand, respond favorably to violet, so this color can be used successfully in children's bedrooms and play areas.
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