![]() ![]() Do this over the course of several days, removing colors that aren’t working. Keep in mind that indoors, color tends to intensify over large areas, so it’s generally better to go too light than too dark in a given shade.įeel like skipping the store altogether? Now you can. An online search can help you narrow the field. Major paint brands offer online “visualizers” that allow you to upload a photo of your room, then apply different colors digitally to get a sense of what will look best. Once you’ve narrowed your choices, you can buy small containers for testing. Paint sample colors on large sheets of heavy paper so that you can move them from place to place without having to paint the walls. Or, if available, you can try a more convenient alternative: large peel-and-stick paint squares ranging from about 8x8 inches to 9x14 inches. ![]() No matter which method you choose, place the color samples at eye level and live with them for at least a few days. Throughout the day, observe the effects of changing light (both natural and artificial) on the color.įor exterior paint projects: Neutral and earthy palettes continue to be widely used because brick, stone, and other fixed elements (such as wood) tend to be warm materials. ![]() But as blues and grays remain popular inside the home, they’re popping up on the exteriors of homes, too. If you’re undecided, find inspiration from other houses in your neighborhood, though you probably wouldn’t want to choose a color that’s too similar to that of the homes next door. ![]()
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