8 colours to transform a room
If you're looking to change your home without doing a major renovation, a fresh coat of paint might be all you need.
But before you start selecting shades from a colour chart, it's best to first take the time to think about the desired result in terms of look end feel.
1- Boost your mood
Bright colours such as red, orange and yellow are known to generate feelings of happiness and optimism, and provide a boost of energy. Red in a kitchen or dining room stimulates the appetite and can aid digestion. But beware, red increases blood pressure and heart rate, so it is not recommended for use in a bedroom.
2- The art of Zen
We all need a place to relax, and soothing colours can contribute to rest. Neutral or pastel colours such as white, blue and greyWhite is a colour that can be combined with furniture in similar tones to help you relax. From a symbolic point of view, white embodies purity and innocence. And in decoration, it inspires cleanliness and feelings of optimism and hope.
3- Increase your space
If your rooms lack surface area, it is important to avoid colours that are too dark or cold. White, beige and cream can give a feeling of space and make your interior look bigger. These colours are suitable for all rooms in the house.
4- Dare to use pop colours
If you like bold colours, but want to keep the impression of space, choose to cover a single wall, or add a few cheerful colours in well-chosen places, like a window frame cobalt blue or a door lemon yellow. Upholstery fabrics can also be a great way to add bright colours without using paint.
5- The fifth wall
If you are looking for something unique, you could try applying the colour to a ceiling. A warm colour can be soothing, making it ideal for bedrooms and living rooms. You can keep the walls neutral to maintain the feeling of space. This works best with high ceilings and bright rooms.
6- Create a cosy space
Warm colours such as shades of red, green and blue are red roses and pinks create a more cosy atmosphere than those in cool shades. This is a good option if you have a space that feels too large and stark, or if you have a space - for example, a dining room or reading room - that you want to make more intimate.
7- Shades of grey
The various shades of grey are trendy in homes, because they add a touch of sophistication. But if you're planning to use grey, you need to make sure you have plenty of natural light, or you may find the space a little dark in winter or on bad weather days.
8- The outside in
Nothing is as natural as greenery, so it makes sense that the greens introduce a sense of harmony to your interior. If you are looking for balance in your daily life, try some walls in a shade of green. This colour also promotes creativity and peace.
It's up to you!
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Written by
atHome
Posted on
10 January 2017