Choosing the perfect color palette for your home when remodeling or changing the complete color can be quite a hassle. The color palette you chose sets the mood for your space, absorbs your emotions, reflects your style, and will help you in creating your desired ambiance. The problem is that there are so many options and hundreds of shades of each color making it hard to understand which one shall be the right choice for your walls. Below are the strategies you could consider to create a harmonious, inviting color palette that will transform your house into a home you love.
Test colors in your space
When choosing your color at the paint shop, you may purchase specific colors pleasing to the eye. This can be misleading as some of those colors might crash with the items in your house or not look good together. Before you finally settling on a color, test it in your room by painting large swatches on the wall to achieve the view of the color at different times of day and under different lighting. Since colors reflect diversely with regard to light, this step will assure you that you like your color choices before painting a whole room.
Start with the formal areas in the house.
Whenever selecting a color palette for the home, the best places to start with are the formal areas. These areas include the living room, dining room and entryway set the tone for your home, and generally, are the most visible to the guests. Take a moment to consider what kind of look you’re working toward in these rooms—are you trying to get that classic, modern, or eclectic feel? Choose colors that reflect this style and create the desired atmosphere. Take your time deciding on the desired colors in these areas, as they influence the flow and cohesion of your home’s color palette. With the help of painters, you can test the colors in different rooms to ensure flow.
Use the 60-30-10 rule.
The 60-30-10 rule is classic interior design rule suggests using a dominant color for about 60% of the space, 30% for the secondary color and an accent color for the remaining 10%. The dominant color is typically applied to the walls and large pieces of furniture to set the tone and serve as the backdrop for the space. The secondary color is often used for upholstery, window treatments, or an area rug. This color complements the dominant shade and adds depth to the room’s palette. The accent color provides pops of interest through accessories, artwork, or small furniture pieces and usually involves brighter colors. With this strategy, you can develop a harmonious color palette that is more suiting for your house.
Seek professional advice
Although most homeowners are very confident about the color choices, engaging a professional interior designer or a color consultant can provide invaluable insights and prevent costly. Color consultants have access to all sorts of colors and can create custom colors that really suit your home.
The right color palette enhances the aesthetics of your home and influences mood and atmosphere. With thoughtful consideration and courage, you can develop a color scheme that transforms your formal spaces into stunning and inviting areas you will admire for years.
