I like the pale greens and beiges used on hgtv.can you give me some names of the paintsWhat are muted paint colors and how do I ask for them?
You go to a paint store, look at their colour chips, pick one you like. They have hundreds to choose from. If you have something that has a colour you like on it, you bring it to the store and they can sometimes match that colour by computer. It has never worked for me but you can try. Muted means softened or greyed so the colour isn't bright. Muted blue might be slate blue, for instance.What are muted paint colors and how do I ask for them?
i have no clue. Look on hdtv!
Tuesday, March 16, 2010
Paint colors for bedroom?
I'd like to do a oak wood trim with half wall one color and half another color. Which colors are good together and does the lighter color go on top or on bottom? I love all colors - any ideas would be great.Paint colors for bedroom?
I would stick with a warm color since oak is a warm-toned wood. Lighter color on top (otherwise it makes the ceiling appear to be ';sinking'; into the room and give you a closed-in cave feeling).
I would also stay with two colors on the same paint chip - light and dark shades of the same tone.
The smaller the room, the lighter or more neutral tone you should pick. With a large room you can go a little bolder....go all out and pick anything you like. It's just paint and paint is cheap, so if you don't like it, you just cover it up.Paint colors for bedroom?
Go to Sherwin Williams and pick up a paint pallet. They give you this thing that has a color sample of every color imaginable. Pick two colors from the same card for a sublte shade difference or two colors from different cards for a stark contrasting difference. Personally my bedroom is done in two shades of green as well as my dining room in two more shades of another green. My office is done in red and yellow. My dining room has a chair rail so I have the darker color on the bottom. You could do it the opposite way but I tend to think that would make the room feel a bit smaller. My other rooms I have three walls in one color and the 4th wall as a different color. You can also go on Sherwin Williams website or Behr paints website and they have programs where you can paint walls in a room. It's really fun! I created one room in Red, Beige and Black to have an Asian theme. Loved it, but was afraid to use red in my house (very hard color to match). Have fun!!!
wait.. before u choose a color of ur own.. just hold on.. check if it matches the direction as per FENG SHUI.. trust me.. if u but wrong colors in wrong sides it will affect ur relationship, ur work, ur peace at home too...
fengshuihelp.com
homeinteriordecor.org
I would go with a bold color on the bottom and a very light neutral color on top.
Also, at Menards in the paint section they have a display with small jars of color. Don't know who came up with this idea but I think it's fabulous. Before you commit to any colors you can buy a couple of these sample jars and test. I think their only a couple dollars each. Good luck.
Try a light creme and then try a dark creme.
Sounds great! I definately think the darker should go on the bottom and lighter on top. The colors depend on your favorite, do you prefer pastels or darker shades or primary colors? If you like the darker shades, I'd do a tan or brown on the bottom and a pale yellow or sage on the top. You could also go two shades of the same color. Like an off white on the bottom and a brighter white on top. Best of luck! :)mascara
I would stick with a warm color since oak is a warm-toned wood. Lighter color on top (otherwise it makes the ceiling appear to be ';sinking'; into the room and give you a closed-in cave feeling).
I would also stay with two colors on the same paint chip - light and dark shades of the same tone.
The smaller the room, the lighter or more neutral tone you should pick. With a large room you can go a little bolder....go all out and pick anything you like. It's just paint and paint is cheap, so if you don't like it, you just cover it up.Paint colors for bedroom?
Go to Sherwin Williams and pick up a paint pallet. They give you this thing that has a color sample of every color imaginable. Pick two colors from the same card for a sublte shade difference or two colors from different cards for a stark contrasting difference. Personally my bedroom is done in two shades of green as well as my dining room in two more shades of another green. My office is done in red and yellow. My dining room has a chair rail so I have the darker color on the bottom. You could do it the opposite way but I tend to think that would make the room feel a bit smaller. My other rooms I have three walls in one color and the 4th wall as a different color. You can also go on Sherwin Williams website or Behr paints website and they have programs where you can paint walls in a room. It's really fun! I created one room in Red, Beige and Black to have an Asian theme. Loved it, but was afraid to use red in my house (very hard color to match). Have fun!!!
wait.. before u choose a color of ur own.. just hold on.. check if it matches the direction as per FENG SHUI.. trust me.. if u but wrong colors in wrong sides it will affect ur relationship, ur work, ur peace at home too...
fengshuihelp.com
homeinteriordecor.org
I would go with a bold color on the bottom and a very light neutral color on top.
Also, at Menards in the paint section they have a display with small jars of color. Don't know who came up with this idea but I think it's fabulous. Before you commit to any colors you can buy a couple of these sample jars and test. I think their only a couple dollars each. Good luck.
Try a light creme and then try a dark creme.
Sounds great! I definately think the darker should go on the bottom and lighter on top. The colors depend on your favorite, do you prefer pastels or darker shades or primary colors? If you like the darker shades, I'd do a tan or brown on the bottom and a pale yellow or sage on the top. You could also go two shades of the same color. Like an off white on the bottom and a brighter white on top. Best of luck! :)
How do bodyshops match cars paint colors. (Like) how can they make the same exact paint again for any car?
There is a microscope website to take samples and describe to you the actual paint. Rarely a paint is achieved
with layering effects like greys from a white base. This site
tells you in a miniature sample and will describe what paint
stocks are available and how to apply those for total repaints. Patch repairs is litely different.http://www.corel.comHow do bodyshops match cars paint colors. (Like) how can they make the same exact paint again for any car?
Take a chip of paint from the car, they are able to test it that way and match it.How do bodyshops match cars paint colors. (Like) how can they make the same exact paint again for any car?
Every car has its colour code on a plate under the bonnet, this colour is made up by a paint supplier, then tinted over until it's an exact match,
some colours fade badly, or metallics lose there metallic look, these have to be allowed for in the tinting,
there are now machines available that will give you an exact match.
your car carries a matal tag, on the door post, usually. it gives the paint number for that car. they just use that number. easy.
My truck will be needing painted since Walmart drove the side of my truck against their building. The dealer says that they can match my paint with the VIN and they can also use a paint matching machine with a chip of paint from my truck
Most assembly line cars use standard paints from a specific year with a serial number associated with it. Like 1998 ford forest green #h1096 etc. The shop just orders it and goes to work. Of couse 9 year old paint will most likely need to be buffed out to match the new paint. Some custom paints need to be mixed by an expert to match.
If they are a modern shop,they will have a paint mixing station.This station will have all the colors to mix any color on any car or truck.The paint code is printed on all cars in the vin no. in the door post or glove compartment These colors are then blended or tinted to match your color to the tee.(if they are pro,s) like me(smile)
with layering effects like greys from a white base. This site
tells you in a miniature sample and will describe what paint
stocks are available and how to apply those for total repaints. Patch repairs is litely different.http://www.corel.comHow do bodyshops match cars paint colors. (Like) how can they make the same exact paint again for any car?
Take a chip of paint from the car, they are able to test it that way and match it.How do bodyshops match cars paint colors. (Like) how can they make the same exact paint again for any car?
Every car has its colour code on a plate under the bonnet, this colour is made up by a paint supplier, then tinted over until it's an exact match,
some colours fade badly, or metallics lose there metallic look, these have to be allowed for in the tinting,
there are now machines available that will give you an exact match.
your car carries a matal tag, on the door post, usually. it gives the paint number for that car. they just use that number. easy.
My truck will be needing painted since Walmart drove the side of my truck against their building. The dealer says that they can match my paint with the VIN and they can also use a paint matching machine with a chip of paint from my truck
Most assembly line cars use standard paints from a specific year with a serial number associated with it. Like 1998 ford forest green #h1096 etc. The shop just orders it and goes to work. Of couse 9 year old paint will most likely need to be buffed out to match the new paint. Some custom paints need to be mixed by an expert to match.
If they are a modern shop,they will have a paint mixing station.This station will have all the colors to mix any color on any car or truck.The paint code is printed on all cars in the vin no. in the door post or glove compartment These colors are then blended or tinted to match your color to the tee.(if they are pro,s) like me(smile)
What are the most popular colors to paint your kitchen?
I want black cupboards.We are re-selling the house in a year.What would the magority of people like?What are the most popular colors to paint your kitchen?
This depends on what mood you are trying to create.
( I always check the new color trends before painting)
Though, I personally prefer spicy colors.
read this:
';Biscuit and wheat neutrals, cocoa brown, pumpkin orange and cinnamon apple pie, are just a few of the comfort colors that will wrap your room with warmth and promote a stress-free space';
';Yellows and blues, leaf-like greens, along with organic browns combine to bring the outdoors in. Add translucency and a glass like quality by incorporating varying paint sheen levels. As a subtle accent color, add rust or copper-like metallics into the scheme. Bedrooms and bathrooms are perfect places to incorporate the back to nature hues or in rooms where an accent wall is employed.';
';From clean, clear reds and deep plums to the sophistication of black and white, this color group works both as an accent and as an elegant backdrop for many living spaces. Polished brass metallics complement this scheme. Dining, living rooms and especially powder rooms will benefit from this bold and spicy palette.';What are the most popular colors to paint your kitchen?
I would go with a pale yellow or poss. something neutral.
Stay with light colors in the kitchen. Certain pastels are not right in the kitchen but very light yellow is a pretty color as are the earth tone colors. Go to Lowes %26amp; pick up some Kitchen Remodeling magazines, %26amp; you may find a nice color that way. Black cupboards in a kitchen would not turn me on. I like a light kitchen.
I just sold a house that was very colorful and bought one that had aweful paint. Depending on what other colors you have - I would go with a light green (pistacho) or yellow. These (2) colors are very popular right now. And really pretty together.
Stick with something neutral like beige, tan, coffee colored. If you must have color make it something light- like yellow so if the buyers want to paint over it they wont have to put primor up.
the most popular colours are yellow , green and peach,, - all in very soft colours,, to keep it bright..
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This depends on what mood you are trying to create.
( I always check the new color trends before painting)
Though, I personally prefer spicy colors.
read this:
';Biscuit and wheat neutrals, cocoa brown, pumpkin orange and cinnamon apple pie, are just a few of the comfort colors that will wrap your room with warmth and promote a stress-free space';
';Yellows and blues, leaf-like greens, along with organic browns combine to bring the outdoors in. Add translucency and a glass like quality by incorporating varying paint sheen levels. As a subtle accent color, add rust or copper-like metallics into the scheme. Bedrooms and bathrooms are perfect places to incorporate the back to nature hues or in rooms where an accent wall is employed.';
';From clean, clear reds and deep plums to the sophistication of black and white, this color group works both as an accent and as an elegant backdrop for many living spaces. Polished brass metallics complement this scheme. Dining, living rooms and especially powder rooms will benefit from this bold and spicy palette.';What are the most popular colors to paint your kitchen?
I would go with a pale yellow or poss. something neutral.
Stay with light colors in the kitchen. Certain pastels are not right in the kitchen but very light yellow is a pretty color as are the earth tone colors. Go to Lowes %26amp; pick up some Kitchen Remodeling magazines, %26amp; you may find a nice color that way. Black cupboards in a kitchen would not turn me on. I like a light kitchen.
I just sold a house that was very colorful and bought one that had aweful paint. Depending on what other colors you have - I would go with a light green (pistacho) or yellow. These (2) colors are very popular right now. And really pretty together.
Stick with something neutral like beige, tan, coffee colored. If you must have color make it something light- like yellow so if the buyers want to paint over it they wont have to put primor up.
the most popular colours are yellow , green and peach,, - all in very soft colours,, to keep it bright..
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How is mixing the colors of light different than mixing colors of paint?
Need some help with science homework.How is mixing the colors of light different than mixing colors of paint?
Mixing colors of light results int the superposition to produce different wavelengths .
For further reading use this book
RESNICK, HALLIDAY %26amp; WALKER
http://www.4shared.com/file/21690064/3fd鈥?/a>
Mixing colors of light results int the superposition to produce different wavelengths .
For further reading use this book
RESNICK, HALLIDAY %26amp; WALKER
http://www.4shared.com/file/21690064/3fd鈥?/a>
What colors to paint my living room walls?
I have a brown leather sofa, recliner %26amp; snuggler. My throw pillows are baby blue with brown stripes.What colors to paint my living room walls?
play around with the Sherwin Williams color visualizer to find colors that you like. It is the best paint visualizer on the web, imho. I like how their color palette is laid out, I like that you can search by color family %26amp; color name, the ';painted'; rooms look the most realistic, and it suggests coordinating color schemes. You can literally spend hours:
http://www.sherwin.com/visualizer/
I think ';eco green'; (# 6739) might look terrific.
You can take a photo of your house %26amp; upload it to the makeover gallery on this website:
http://www.roomvues.com/
You can get color suggestions %26amp; for $5 they'll photoshop them onto your room so that you can get an idea of what it will look like.What colors to paint my living room walls?
With the brown furniture, you have lots of choices of colors, because you can easily (and not too expensively) change throw pillows.
With that in mind, I love soft green colors (my living room is called Sprig of Sage). You can use some blues as well as some reds with that. good luck
My daddy paints houses and i have learned what goes with what but that's is not the point... I would have to say like a creame color or a mochaish color.... or even a and anext wall of white... i think that would look very good... Or what we have is a mocha wall with the other walls in our T.V room a few shades lighter...
I really do hope this helps...
Baby blue sounds like a great choice I love a light blue wall it gives a soft look to the room.
Sand (light tan) with one wall in a medium blue. The blue wall should be the main focal wall.
i think it would be nice to paint the walls baby blue and then paint the moldings brown, or vise verse
Well if you want a suttle look Id go for a darker blue.
Or you could use bright red.
Terra cotta.
play around with the Sherwin Williams color visualizer to find colors that you like. It is the best paint visualizer on the web, imho. I like how their color palette is laid out, I like that you can search by color family %26amp; color name, the ';painted'; rooms look the most realistic, and it suggests coordinating color schemes. You can literally spend hours:
http://www.sherwin.com/visualizer/
I think ';eco green'; (# 6739) might look terrific.
You can take a photo of your house %26amp; upload it to the makeover gallery on this website:
http://www.roomvues.com/
You can get color suggestions %26amp; for $5 they'll photoshop them onto your room so that you can get an idea of what it will look like.What colors to paint my living room walls?
With the brown furniture, you have lots of choices of colors, because you can easily (and not too expensively) change throw pillows.
With that in mind, I love soft green colors (my living room is called Sprig of Sage). You can use some blues as well as some reds with that. good luck
My daddy paints houses and i have learned what goes with what but that's is not the point... I would have to say like a creame color or a mochaish color.... or even a and anext wall of white... i think that would look very good... Or what we have is a mocha wall with the other walls in our T.V room a few shades lighter...
I really do hope this helps...
Baby blue sounds like a great choice I love a light blue wall it gives a soft look to the room.
Sand (light tan) with one wall in a medium blue. The blue wall should be the main focal wall.
i think it would be nice to paint the walls baby blue and then paint the moldings brown, or vise verse
Well if you want a suttle look Id go for a darker blue.
Or you could use bright red.
Terra cotta.
What colors to paint my room and how?
I want to paint my room Pink but since i painted over the pink that was on my walls recently(2 years ago) i painted it a mocha color which was a HUGE mistake i have red furniture but can buy new furniture (its old) i decided to paint my room a lighter shade of green close to lime green with other colors that i dont know what they are or how to paint them on my walls %26amp; get pink furniture. My room is small so i need colors that will not make it look smaller than it is!
CAN U HELP???What colors to paint my room and how?
What if you balanced it by going with lighter colors, like aquamarine, pear green and a powdery pink? There was a great painter named Piet Mondrian who did collages of colored blocks and you could do a larger version of his color blocks in your room to tone it down and yet make it fun and lively. Put a band of white about 1'; thick around all the different colors and make it look like a nice piece of finished artwork. Or you could go really Mondrian and paint the walls white with a black 1'; strip framing random blocks of nice soft colors.
Here's a link to some of his work so you can see how cool you can get with it:
http://www.art.com/asp/display_artist.as鈥?/a>What colors to paint my room and how?
Just make sure you prime your wall%26gt; i suggest getting sample colours before you commit to something. I would also get the furniture first them work around it with the paint. Paint is much more inexpensive.
Go to http://www.behr.com/behrx/workbook/ and experiment with different color combinations.
CAN U HELP???What colors to paint my room and how?
What if you balanced it by going with lighter colors, like aquamarine, pear green and a powdery pink? There was a great painter named Piet Mondrian who did collages of colored blocks and you could do a larger version of his color blocks in your room to tone it down and yet make it fun and lively. Put a band of white about 1'; thick around all the different colors and make it look like a nice piece of finished artwork. Or you could go really Mondrian and paint the walls white with a black 1'; strip framing random blocks of nice soft colors.
Here's a link to some of his work so you can see how cool you can get with it:
http://www.art.com/asp/display_artist.as鈥?/a>What colors to paint my room and how?
Just make sure you prime your wall%26gt; i suggest getting sample colours before you commit to something. I would also get the furniture first them work around it with the paint. Paint is much more inexpensive.
Go to http://www.behr.com/behrx/workbook/ and experiment with different color combinations.
How can I learn to mix oil paint colors well?
Also acrillic ^-^How can I learn to mix oil paint colors well?
Practice, Practice, Practice. I would go to your library and search for some basic books on color combining. You can also search online at amazon or just do a google/yahoo search for color combinations. There is plenty of free information out there that I would utilize before buying any books.
Enjoy!How can I learn to mix oil paint colors well?
go back to nature. Collect leaves, flowers, stones, sand... etc... go back to your studio and try to combine colours until you can match your samples. previously, cut strips of cardboard of about 10x 3 cms. once you have the colour, write down the combination (ex. 1 part cad red, 2 parts naples yellow, 1 part sap green) and you paint part of the strip with it, so you have a visual aid. (not all colours work the same way, it depends on the brand, but you will have quite a good clue.)
The best way is to connect with a FREE Group in art that is honest, creative and very very busy helping each other!!
Below is one of them!
I recommend you get with some GOOD people!!
Some of you may be sick of my answers, but check out the library. I can't think of a better way to practise than to have a book open in front of me. Try #751.45
a color wheel is helpful to give you advice . actually you should learn it . %26amp; i also agree with lots of practice . tp. mullin popclt.com
practicemascara
Practice, Practice, Practice. I would go to your library and search for some basic books on color combining. You can also search online at amazon or just do a google/yahoo search for color combinations. There is plenty of free information out there that I would utilize before buying any books.
Enjoy!How can I learn to mix oil paint colors well?
go back to nature. Collect leaves, flowers, stones, sand... etc... go back to your studio and try to combine colours until you can match your samples. previously, cut strips of cardboard of about 10x 3 cms. once you have the colour, write down the combination (ex. 1 part cad red, 2 parts naples yellow, 1 part sap green) and you paint part of the strip with it, so you have a visual aid. (not all colours work the same way, it depends on the brand, but you will have quite a good clue.)
The best way is to connect with a FREE Group in art that is honest, creative and very very busy helping each other!!
Below is one of them!
I recommend you get with some GOOD people!!
Some of you may be sick of my answers, but check out the library. I can't think of a better way to practise than to have a book open in front of me. Try #751.45
a color wheel is helpful to give you advice . actually you should learn it . %26amp; i also agree with lots of practice . tp. mullin popclt.com
practice
Do HOA's have veto power on paint colors not visible from HOA property?
For example, if one has a door on the backside of the house that is not visible at all from the HOA's ';common area'; (the street on the frontside of the house), does the HOA have the ability to dictate what color it can be?Do HOA's have veto power on paint colors not visible from HOA property?
It really depends on how the HOA bylaws are written. Different communities have varying degrees of detail as far as what you can and can not do. You need to get the bylaws from the HOA for a full list of what is and is not allowedDo HOA's have veto power on paint colors not visible from HOA property?
it depends on the HOA but most have a say on the outside the entire house if they were to ever find out they could tell you to change it back.
Depends on the HOA Declarations. You should have received a copy when you bought your house. If the HOA is trying to enforce that rule, ask them to show you what section of the HOA declarations gives them the right. Additionally, there may be policies passed by the Architechtrual Committees of your HOA that specifies this.
That mostly depends on the agreement you have signed and how much you want to fight. It can be written in loosely and most people just back down. Majority of the time, they are pretty specific in your agreement.
It really depends on how the HOA bylaws are written. Different communities have varying degrees of detail as far as what you can and can not do. You need to get the bylaws from the HOA for a full list of what is and is not allowedDo HOA's have veto power on paint colors not visible from HOA property?
it depends on the HOA but most have a say on the outside the entire house if they were to ever find out they could tell you to change it back.
Depends on the HOA Declarations. You should have received a copy when you bought your house. If the HOA is trying to enforce that rule, ask them to show you what section of the HOA declarations gives them the right. Additionally, there may be policies passed by the Architechtrual Committees of your HOA that specifies this.
That mostly depends on the agreement you have signed and how much you want to fight. It can be written in loosely and most people just back down. Majority of the time, they are pretty specific in your agreement.
What are the best colors to paint a gym?
Hi, I'm painting my gym. What are the best colours to paint it?What are the best colors to paint a gym?
you should play around with the Sherwin Williams color visualizer to find something you like. It is the best paint visualizer on the web, imho. I like how their color palette is laid out, I like that you can search by color family %26amp; color name, the ';painted'; rooms look the most realistic, and it suggests coordinating color schemes. You can literally spend hours:
http://www.sherwin-williams.com/do_it_yo鈥?/a>
I would do an energetic color, like ';Brick Paver'; (#7599).What are the best colors to paint a gym?
I would say red.. Its a warming color and gives the soul energy.. perfect for a gym..
Light Grey!
R: 220
G: 220
B: 220
Don't forget that most of the interior elevations should be mirrors!
your school colors!!! lol
white, blue, green: use colors that give the place a sense of clean, ';sporty';, fresh and cool.
purple,red,blue or black
garbage Green
and puke brown
is it in you house or an actual gym that ppl belong to??
The floor wooden and the wallsdark blue
a color that pumps you up and you like because you'll want to be in there.
creame to keep it cool!!!!!
you should play around with the Sherwin Williams color visualizer to find something you like. It is the best paint visualizer on the web, imho. I like how their color palette is laid out, I like that you can search by color family %26amp; color name, the ';painted'; rooms look the most realistic, and it suggests coordinating color schemes. You can literally spend hours:
http://www.sherwin-williams.com/do_it_yo鈥?/a>
I would do an energetic color, like ';Brick Paver'; (#7599).What are the best colors to paint a gym?
I would say red.. Its a warming color and gives the soul energy.. perfect for a gym..
Light Grey!
R: 220
G: 220
B: 220
Don't forget that most of the interior elevations should be mirrors!
your school colors!!! lol
white, blue, green: use colors that give the place a sense of clean, ';sporty';, fresh and cool.
purple,red,blue or black
garbage Green
and puke brown
is it in you house or an actual gym that ppl belong to??
The floor wooden and the wallsdark blue
a color that pumps you up and you like because you'll want to be in there.
creame to keep it cool!!!!!
Looking for creative ideas for a 14 year olds bedroom. Paint colors and cool furniture.?
Howabout pastel-ish blue, purple and green?
Im not too sure about cool furniture though...anything with a sort of modern design that is either black, or easily paintable (furniture doesnt seem to come in the above colors more often than not).Looking for creative ideas for a 14 year olds bedroom. Paint colors and cool furniture.?
the pastel colors above and a brass day bed!! Make it into a sitting room effect
Im not too sure about cool furniture though...anything with a sort of modern design that is either black, or easily paintable (furniture doesnt seem to come in the above colors more often than not).Looking for creative ideas for a 14 year olds bedroom. Paint colors and cool furniture.?
the pastel colors above and a brass day bed!! Make it into a sitting room effect
What are muted paint colors and how do I ask for them?
I like the pale greens and beiges used on hgtv.can you give me some names of the paintsWhat are muted paint colors and how do I ask for them?
You go to a paint store, look at their colour chips, pick one you like. They have hundreds to choose from. If you have something that has a colour you like on it, you bring it to the store and they can sometimes match that colour by computer. It has never worked for me but you can try. Muted means softened or greyed so the colour isn't bright. Muted blue might be slate blue, for instance.What are muted paint colors and how do I ask for them?
i have no clue. Look on hdtv!
You go to a paint store, look at their colour chips, pick one you like. They have hundreds to choose from. If you have something that has a colour you like on it, you bring it to the store and they can sometimes match that colour by computer. It has never worked for me but you can try. Muted means softened or greyed so the colour isn't bright. Muted blue might be slate blue, for instance.What are muted paint colors and how do I ask for them?
i have no clue. Look on hdtv!
Paint colors for bedroom?
I'd like to do a oak wood trim with half wall one color and half another color. Which colors are good together and does the lighter color go on top or on bottom? I love all colors - any ideas would be great.Paint colors for bedroom?
I would stick with a warm color since oak is a warm-toned wood. Lighter color on top (otherwise it makes the ceiling appear to be ';sinking'; into the room and give you a closed-in cave feeling).
I would also stay with two colors on the same paint chip - light and dark shades of the same tone.
The smaller the room, the lighter or more neutral tone you should pick. With a large room you can go a little bolder....go all out and pick anything you like. It's just paint and paint is cheap, so if you don't like it, you just cover it up.Paint colors for bedroom?
Go to Sherwin Williams and pick up a paint pallet. They give you this thing that has a color sample of every color imaginable. Pick two colors from the same card for a sublte shade difference or two colors from different cards for a stark contrasting difference. Personally my bedroom is done in two shades of green as well as my dining room in two more shades of another green. My office is done in red and yellow. My dining room has a chair rail so I have the darker color on the bottom. You could do it the opposite way but I tend to think that would make the room feel a bit smaller. My other rooms I have three walls in one color and the 4th wall as a different color. You can also go on Sherwin Williams website or Behr paints website and they have programs where you can paint walls in a room. It's really fun! I created one room in Red, Beige and Black to have an Asian theme. Loved it, but was afraid to use red in my house (very hard color to match). Have fun!!!
wait.. before u choose a color of ur own.. just hold on.. check if it matches the direction as per FENG SHUI.. trust me.. if u but wrong colors in wrong sides it will affect ur relationship, ur work, ur peace at home too...
fengshuihelp.com
homeinteriordecor.org
I would go with a bold color on the bottom and a very light neutral color on top.
Also, at Menards in the paint section they have a display with small jars of color. Don't know who came up with this idea but I think it's fabulous. Before you commit to any colors you can buy a couple of these sample jars and test. I think their only a couple dollars each. Good luck.
Try a light creme and then try a dark creme.
Sounds great! I definately think the darker should go on the bottom and lighter on top. The colors depend on your favorite, do you prefer pastels or darker shades or primary colors? If you like the darker shades, I'd do a tan or brown on the bottom and a pale yellow or sage on the top. You could also go two shades of the same color. Like an off white on the bottom and a brighter white on top. Best of luck! :)
I would stick with a warm color since oak is a warm-toned wood. Lighter color on top (otherwise it makes the ceiling appear to be ';sinking'; into the room and give you a closed-in cave feeling).
I would also stay with two colors on the same paint chip - light and dark shades of the same tone.
The smaller the room, the lighter or more neutral tone you should pick. With a large room you can go a little bolder....go all out and pick anything you like. It's just paint and paint is cheap, so if you don't like it, you just cover it up.Paint colors for bedroom?
Go to Sherwin Williams and pick up a paint pallet. They give you this thing that has a color sample of every color imaginable. Pick two colors from the same card for a sublte shade difference or two colors from different cards for a stark contrasting difference. Personally my bedroom is done in two shades of green as well as my dining room in two more shades of another green. My office is done in red and yellow. My dining room has a chair rail so I have the darker color on the bottom. You could do it the opposite way but I tend to think that would make the room feel a bit smaller. My other rooms I have three walls in one color and the 4th wall as a different color. You can also go on Sherwin Williams website or Behr paints website and they have programs where you can paint walls in a room. It's really fun! I created one room in Red, Beige and Black to have an Asian theme. Loved it, but was afraid to use red in my house (very hard color to match). Have fun!!!
wait.. before u choose a color of ur own.. just hold on.. check if it matches the direction as per FENG SHUI.. trust me.. if u but wrong colors in wrong sides it will affect ur relationship, ur work, ur peace at home too...
fengshuihelp.com
homeinteriordecor.org
I would go with a bold color on the bottom and a very light neutral color on top.
Also, at Menards in the paint section they have a display with small jars of color. Don't know who came up with this idea but I think it's fabulous. Before you commit to any colors you can buy a couple of these sample jars and test. I think their only a couple dollars each. Good luck.
Try a light creme and then try a dark creme.
Sounds great! I definately think the darker should go on the bottom and lighter on top. The colors depend on your favorite, do you prefer pastels or darker shades or primary colors? If you like the darker shades, I'd do a tan or brown on the bottom and a pale yellow or sage on the top. You could also go two shades of the same color. Like an off white on the bottom and a brighter white on top. Best of luck! :)
What colors of paint did David Alfaro Siqueiros use in his paintings/murals and why?
I need to know what colors he used in his art and why. Dark/light/etc and why he chose those colors. Thanks!What colors of paint did David Alfaro Siqueiros use in his paintings/murals and why?
'Siqueiros's art is one of violent social protest expressed in dynamic, swirling brushwork, dramatic contrasts of light and shade, brilliant colors, and heroic themes. Among his best-known works are murals at the National Preparatory School, Mexico City (1922鈥?4) and for the Plaza Art Center, Los Angeles (1932; destroyed); the mural Portrait of Mexico Today also originally painted in Los Angeles in 1932 is now in the collection of the Santa Barbara Museum of Art. His other major murals include the vast Liberation of Chile, at the Mexican school, Chill谩n, Chile (1942); New Democracy, at the National Institute of Fine Arts, Mexico City (1945); a series at the Polytechnic Institute, Mexico City (1952); and the culmination of his work, The March of Humanity (1968, Hotel de Mexico, Mexico City).'
check out some of his work here and look at the use of color--
http://www.moma.org/collection/browse_re鈥?/a>
the why is in the paragraph above. Also, check this page out:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Siqueiros
'His accentuation of the angles of the body, its muscles and joints, can be seen throughout his career in his portrayal of the strong revolutionary body. In addition, many works, especially in the 1930s, prominently feature hands, which could be interpreted as another heroic symbol of proletarian strength through work: his self portrait in prison (El Coronelazo, 1945, Museum of Modern Art, Mexico City), Our Present Image (1947, Museum of Modern Art, Mexico), New Democracy (1944, Palace of Fine Arts, Mexico City), and even his series on working class women, such as The Sob.'
'Siqueiros designed one of his most famous works, Portrait of the Bourgeoisie, warning against the duel foes of capitalism and fascism'
'In the early 1930s, including his time spent in the Mexican Lecumberri Prison, Siqueiros produced a series of politically-themed lithographs, many of which were exhibited in the United States..'What colors of paint did David Alfaro Siqueiros use in his paintings/murals and why?
Mostly primary colors because his mother was a kindergarten teacher and he wanted to honor her.mascara
'Siqueiros's art is one of violent social protest expressed in dynamic, swirling brushwork, dramatic contrasts of light and shade, brilliant colors, and heroic themes. Among his best-known works are murals at the National Preparatory School, Mexico City (1922鈥?4) and for the Plaza Art Center, Los Angeles (1932; destroyed); the mural Portrait of Mexico Today also originally painted in Los Angeles in 1932 is now in the collection of the Santa Barbara Museum of Art. His other major murals include the vast Liberation of Chile, at the Mexican school, Chill谩n, Chile (1942); New Democracy, at the National Institute of Fine Arts, Mexico City (1945); a series at the Polytechnic Institute, Mexico City (1952); and the culmination of his work, The March of Humanity (1968, Hotel de Mexico, Mexico City).'
check out some of his work here and look at the use of color--
http://www.moma.org/collection/browse_re鈥?/a>
the why is in the paragraph above. Also, check this page out:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Siqueiros
'His accentuation of the angles of the body, its muscles and joints, can be seen throughout his career in his portrayal of the strong revolutionary body. In addition, many works, especially in the 1930s, prominently feature hands, which could be interpreted as another heroic symbol of proletarian strength through work: his self portrait in prison (El Coronelazo, 1945, Museum of Modern Art, Mexico City), Our Present Image (1947, Museum of Modern Art, Mexico), New Democracy (1944, Palace of Fine Arts, Mexico City), and even his series on working class women, such as The Sob.'
'Siqueiros designed one of his most famous works, Portrait of the Bourgeoisie, warning against the duel foes of capitalism and fascism'
'In the early 1930s, including his time spent in the Mexican Lecumberri Prison, Siqueiros produced a series of politically-themed lithographs, many of which were exhibited in the United States..'What colors of paint did David Alfaro Siqueiros use in his paintings/murals and why?
Mostly primary colors because his mother was a kindergarten teacher and he wanted to honor her.
What are the best colors to paint your bathroom when re-selling?
Thinking about selling our house and need to know the best things to do to get more money out of it!What are the best colors to paint your bathroom when re-selling?
I have to disagree with neutrals-----the trend now is in designer colors and people want to see spa-like bathrooms. What color are your floors, fixtures and tile? If they are in the neutral range, go with a soft sage green (NOT mint green!) on the walls. Stage the bathroom with all white or off-white plain towels and rugs. Add in some bamboo accessories and maybe an orchid on the counter---real or faux. This will give your bathroom a calm, soothing spa type feel. Good luck
also---a great hint! Clean your faucets and any other metal surfaces with rubbing alcohol. It will get rid of any water spots and make them shine like new!What are the best colors to paint your bathroom when re-selling?
they say paint everything light or nuterual colors
At present, the beige/taupe/camel/caramel colours are the most desired...they look rich and expensive...
I think the best way to decorate or stage a bathroom is to have a ';spa-like'; feel to it, so we painted ours a sort of light green.....I wouldn't say sea foam but it was along those lines.
I have just had my bathroom decorated and we chose a warm terracotta and it looks lovely. I think some bathrooms look cold and this colour has added alot of warmth. Everything else in there is white,whick looks nice and clean.
Neutrals, like off white. The problem is that the ';really cool colors'; you picked don't necessarily sell. As soon as someone sees a hideous green bathroom, they immediately think about how much effort and money it will take to redo it. Same with every other room. Not so with off white. It doesn't even get their attention, so there are no ';how much will it cost'; thoughts in their heads. They simply realize that they can move right in, put in their towels, soap dispensers, furniture, appliances, pictures, and everything else, and it will all blend.
Paint everything white. Also, change out all light bulbs to Reveal light bulbs. It will be like walking into sunshine in your house. Yes, all light bulbs!
Keep your room colors neutral, de-clutter, and try to put away as many personal type items as you can. Do whatever you need to make sure the best features of your house show and not your stuff. Make sure that each of your rooms will show for the purpose they are to be used for. If your dining room is currently your office, it needs to show as a dining room for example.
Neutral tones. Basically, you a color that the potential buyers can ignore, so that they can focus on the features %26amp; layout of your house.
I would suggest finding your best towels - the ones that you will display when showing your home (or buy nice, new ones, if necessary) and then choose a coordinating color that will work well with that color. Sherwin Williams color visualizer is great for that b/c it shows a color scheme at the bottom of the page that will work well together.
http://sherlink.sherwin.com/swapp/color_鈥?/a>
I'd keep everything neutral; whites, beiges, creams.
I have to disagree with neutrals-----the trend now is in designer colors and people want to see spa-like bathrooms. What color are your floors, fixtures and tile? If they are in the neutral range, go with a soft sage green (NOT mint green!) on the walls. Stage the bathroom with all white or off-white plain towels and rugs. Add in some bamboo accessories and maybe an orchid on the counter---real or faux. This will give your bathroom a calm, soothing spa type feel. Good luck
also---a great hint! Clean your faucets and any other metal surfaces with rubbing alcohol. It will get rid of any water spots and make them shine like new!What are the best colors to paint your bathroom when re-selling?
they say paint everything light or nuterual colors
At present, the beige/taupe/camel/caramel colours are the most desired...they look rich and expensive...
I think the best way to decorate or stage a bathroom is to have a ';spa-like'; feel to it, so we painted ours a sort of light green.....I wouldn't say sea foam but it was along those lines.
I have just had my bathroom decorated and we chose a warm terracotta and it looks lovely. I think some bathrooms look cold and this colour has added alot of warmth. Everything else in there is white,whick looks nice and clean.
Neutrals, like off white. The problem is that the ';really cool colors'; you picked don't necessarily sell. As soon as someone sees a hideous green bathroom, they immediately think about how much effort and money it will take to redo it. Same with every other room. Not so with off white. It doesn't even get their attention, so there are no ';how much will it cost'; thoughts in their heads. They simply realize that they can move right in, put in their towels, soap dispensers, furniture, appliances, pictures, and everything else, and it will all blend.
Paint everything white. Also, change out all light bulbs to Reveal light bulbs. It will be like walking into sunshine in your house. Yes, all light bulbs!
Keep your room colors neutral, de-clutter, and try to put away as many personal type items as you can. Do whatever you need to make sure the best features of your house show and not your stuff. Make sure that each of your rooms will show for the purpose they are to be used for. If your dining room is currently your office, it needs to show as a dining room for example.
Neutral tones. Basically, you a color that the potential buyers can ignore, so that they can focus on the features %26amp; layout of your house.
I would suggest finding your best towels - the ones that you will display when showing your home (or buy nice, new ones, if necessary) and then choose a coordinating color that will work well with that color. Sherwin Williams color visualizer is great for that b/c it shows a color scheme at the bottom of the page that will work well together.
http://sherlink.sherwin.com/swapp/color_鈥?/a>
I'd keep everything neutral; whites, beiges, creams.
What are the best colors to paint a room to make it look bigger or just better?
Im changing rooms, im taking one that use to be home to an infant baby girl, so the walls are pink! i know i dont want to paint it over with just white.. i want something cool, crazy, yet calm mature. HGTV is not helping, and im tired of watching the freaking channel!What are the best colors to paint a room to make it look bigger or just better?
You could do aqua or a blue teal that looks like ocean/beach. It is cool but not too crazy that you cannot get to bed. Do white trim.
IF you don't want all one wild color, do one wall (like the one your bed is on) in the wild color and then the other 3 walls in a lighter version of that color.
for example, one black wall 3 grey walls OR one red wall, 3 tan walls.What are the best colors to paint a room to make it look bigger or just better?
Light colors make a room look larger. In paint, there really isn't a 'just white'. There are literally hundreds of whites that shade into all other colors. I personally like warm whites that are touched with golds and reds, but if you live in a very hot environment a cool white, touched with greens and blues can have a psychological cooling effect.
Wanting something cool puts you into the blue/green tones, crazy yet calm mature, thats a tough order...lime green would be too crazy, sage wouldn't be crazy enough...what about a very pale seafoam green ? I mean very pale, like an almost white but touched with blue and green. It's retro and sophisticated, but can be crazy too.
Anyway, have fun with it. And if you really aren't sure, do what I did. Pick a color or colors, buy the smallest cans you can, paint a 3x3 section of wall with each of them and live with it for a week or so. That's how I picked my last interior and exterior colors, I rejected a couple before I chose the final color and I'm delighted with the results.
Light colors can do it. Put one color on the opposite walls and one color on the other two, that will be a good start. A large mirror on the wall can also be used to make it look bigger. You can even go so far as to paint angles on the ceiling.
Bigger or brighter, you want to go with a light color. Sage green is nice and so is a buttery yellow--not to pastel or bright though. I vote for sage.
to make a room look larger you need fairly light colours, or possibly one dark feature wall the rest light, always do the ceiling in white as this will make it look higher
In my home decorating experience, yellow is a harsh color on the eyes no matter how light. It has something to do with your pupils/ reaction to the color brightness.....
I prefer warmer, calm colors. Right now decorators are hot on clay beige. Our new home is painted with it and I have accented a wall, some arches and recesses with a shade four shades darker and it looks rich and warm....
As for decorating and accesssorizing with this color scheme, sage green, grape or merlot are good choices. Pay attention to the moldings and door and window frames also. If you paint them white, they open up and brighten the room. Use airy fabrics on the windows. You can always purchase shutters for privacy underneath. Keep your chiatsckis (?) to a minimum, but with impact in either a strong color or form....
My living room is black, clay beige, cocoa and off-white with merlot as my impact color and I'm very pleased with the look and feel of the room..
Good luck
Light colors make a room appear larger and dark colors make a room appear smaller... you dont have to use white, just use a light color... your imagination should tell you what color to select... if you need some examples light shades of yellow, blue, green, etc
well i would say bergindee it is nie sophisticated and very mature!!! and i am sorry if i spelt the color wrong
Get a light neutral color, it doesn't have to be white. go to Lowes, Home Depot, where ever you shop. Look at the paint spotches and pick what YOU like, not what a fruity home decorator on hgtv likes.
go mod! light colors to look bigger. paint each wall a cordinating color or opposites the same color or even one wall a different color. also mirrors, mirrors, mirrors, and more mirrors! put several long mirrors on one wall! it will look great! good luck to you.
Yellow! It's bright and still is light enough to make a room seem bigger. Be sure to prime the walls first so the pink doesn't bleed through.
It's true that light colors expand a space, but small rooms have their own charm - ';cozy'; can be great without being large.
Take a look at your wardrobe! What colors are you drawn to? What makes your heart sing?
When I was young(er) I was so afraid to make a commitment to color and everything I had was sooo bland. It took me way too long to find my palette - don't let that happen to you!
If you're a teen or young adult, it might be fun to experiment with a kind of Bohemian look, so you don't have to worry about everything being too ';matchy-matchy'; and you can feel free to play with color.
If you are looking for a very relaxing color, try a really light hyacinth or dusty lilac color. It looks really nice and airy and soothing and will make a small room look larger. It also looks great with sage green as an accent.
You could do aqua or a blue teal that looks like ocean/beach. It is cool but not too crazy that you cannot get to bed. Do white trim.
IF you don't want all one wild color, do one wall (like the one your bed is on) in the wild color and then the other 3 walls in a lighter version of that color.
for example, one black wall 3 grey walls OR one red wall, 3 tan walls.What are the best colors to paint a room to make it look bigger or just better?
Light colors make a room look larger. In paint, there really isn't a 'just white'. There are literally hundreds of whites that shade into all other colors. I personally like warm whites that are touched with golds and reds, but if you live in a very hot environment a cool white, touched with greens and blues can have a psychological cooling effect.
Wanting something cool puts you into the blue/green tones, crazy yet calm mature, thats a tough order...lime green would be too crazy, sage wouldn't be crazy enough...what about a very pale seafoam green ? I mean very pale, like an almost white but touched with blue and green. It's retro and sophisticated, but can be crazy too.
Anyway, have fun with it. And if you really aren't sure, do what I did. Pick a color or colors, buy the smallest cans you can, paint a 3x3 section of wall with each of them and live with it for a week or so. That's how I picked my last interior and exterior colors, I rejected a couple before I chose the final color and I'm delighted with the results.
Light colors can do it. Put one color on the opposite walls and one color on the other two, that will be a good start. A large mirror on the wall can also be used to make it look bigger. You can even go so far as to paint angles on the ceiling.
Bigger or brighter, you want to go with a light color. Sage green is nice and so is a buttery yellow--not to pastel or bright though. I vote for sage.
to make a room look larger you need fairly light colours, or possibly one dark feature wall the rest light, always do the ceiling in white as this will make it look higher
In my home decorating experience, yellow is a harsh color on the eyes no matter how light. It has something to do with your pupils/ reaction to the color brightness.....
I prefer warmer, calm colors. Right now decorators are hot on clay beige. Our new home is painted with it and I have accented a wall, some arches and recesses with a shade four shades darker and it looks rich and warm....
As for decorating and accesssorizing with this color scheme, sage green, grape or merlot are good choices. Pay attention to the moldings and door and window frames also. If you paint them white, they open up and brighten the room. Use airy fabrics on the windows. You can always purchase shutters for privacy underneath. Keep your chiatsckis (?) to a minimum, but with impact in either a strong color or form....
My living room is black, clay beige, cocoa and off-white with merlot as my impact color and I'm very pleased with the look and feel of the room..
Good luck
Light colors make a room appear larger and dark colors make a room appear smaller... you dont have to use white, just use a light color... your imagination should tell you what color to select... if you need some examples light shades of yellow, blue, green, etc
well i would say bergindee it is nie sophisticated and very mature!!! and i am sorry if i spelt the color wrong
Get a light neutral color, it doesn't have to be white. go to Lowes, Home Depot, where ever you shop. Look at the paint spotches and pick what YOU like, not what a fruity home decorator on hgtv likes.
go mod! light colors to look bigger. paint each wall a cordinating color or opposites the same color or even one wall a different color. also mirrors, mirrors, mirrors, and more mirrors! put several long mirrors on one wall! it will look great! good luck to you.
Yellow! It's bright and still is light enough to make a room seem bigger. Be sure to prime the walls first so the pink doesn't bleed through.
It's true that light colors expand a space, but small rooms have their own charm - ';cozy'; can be great without being large.
Take a look at your wardrobe! What colors are you drawn to? What makes your heart sing?
When I was young(er) I was so afraid to make a commitment to color and everything I had was sooo bland. It took me way too long to find my palette - don't let that happen to you!
If you're a teen or young adult, it might be fun to experiment with a kind of Bohemian look, so you don't have to worry about everything being too ';matchy-matchy'; and you can feel free to play with color.
If you are looking for a very relaxing color, try a really light hyacinth or dusty lilac color. It looks really nice and airy and soothing and will make a small room look larger. It also looks great with sage green as an accent.
What are some great colors to paint walls to make the appear larger?
My husband and I just bought our first house. It has an open floor plan where the kitchen and living room areas are open to one another. It's only six years old so it looks brand new. The living room and hall way are a maroon color and the kitchen has beautiful wall boarder but the kitchen is tan. I also can't figure out if I want to pain the kitchen, living room and hallway one color. I need help on colors. These walls are too dark. Any advice on painting and remodeling would be greatly appreciated.What are some great colors to paint walls to make the appear larger?
play around with the Sherwin Williams color visualizer to find colors that you like. It is the best paint visualizer on the web, imho. I like how their color palette is laid out, I like that you can search by color family %26amp; color name, the ';painted'; rooms look the most realistic, and it suggests coordinating color schemes. You can literally spend hours:
http://www.sherwin.com/visualizer/
I think a pale blue like ';carefree'; (# 6777) might be a great choice for the wall color.
You can take a photo of your house %26amp; upload it to the makeover gallery on this website:
http://www.roomvues.com/
You can get color suggestions %26amp; for $5 they'll photoshop them onto your room so that you can get an idea of what it will look likeWhat are some great colors to paint walls to make the appear larger?
There aren't any great colors that make rooms appear larger, unless your idea of great colors include ones that are white, off-white, and light colored, in that order. Darker colors make rooms look smaller.
google ';sherwin williams discover color'; its a fun site.
play around with the Sherwin Williams color visualizer to find colors that you like. It is the best paint visualizer on the web, imho. I like how their color palette is laid out, I like that you can search by color family %26amp; color name, the ';painted'; rooms look the most realistic, and it suggests coordinating color schemes. You can literally spend hours:
http://www.sherwin.com/visualizer/
I think a pale blue like ';carefree'; (# 6777) might be a great choice for the wall color.
You can take a photo of your house %26amp; upload it to the makeover gallery on this website:
http://www.roomvues.com/
You can get color suggestions %26amp; for $5 they'll photoshop them onto your room so that you can get an idea of what it will look likeWhat are some great colors to paint walls to make the appear larger?
There aren't any great colors that make rooms appear larger, unless your idea of great colors include ones that are white, off-white, and light colored, in that order. Darker colors make rooms look smaller.
google ';sherwin williams discover color'; its a fun site.
What are your favorite colors to paint your nails and toenails?
Since summer is just around the corner, what are your favorite colors
to paint your nails %26amp; toenails? What color are they painted right now?
My toenails are painted white at the moment %26amp; my nails are hot pink.What are your favorite colors to paint your nails and toenails?
I paint my toenails Hot Pink when I wear my construction boots and Emerald Green when I go surfing. I don't paint my fingernails, that would be too weird.What are your favorite colors to paint your nails and toenails?
My nails right now are black, and they usually are. My toenails are Blue, Purple, Yellow and White.
They're usually multi-coloured
I like neutral colors for my fingernails and bright colors like red, blue, purple for my toenails!!
Hmmmm my nails are usually yellow or black
French Tip only on both are acceptable for me.
i don't paint either
kathleenb
to paint your nails %26amp; toenails? What color are they painted right now?
My toenails are painted white at the moment %26amp; my nails are hot pink.What are your favorite colors to paint your nails and toenails?
I paint my toenails Hot Pink when I wear my construction boots and Emerald Green when I go surfing. I don't paint my fingernails, that would be too weird.What are your favorite colors to paint your nails and toenails?
My nails right now are black, and they usually are. My toenails are Blue, Purple, Yellow and White.
They're usually multi-coloured
I like neutral colors for my fingernails and bright colors like red, blue, purple for my toenails!!
Hmmmm my nails are usually yellow or black
French Tip only on both are acceptable for me.
i don't paint either
kathleenb
What are some good colors to paint a kitchen?
I've been wanting to paint my kitchen a color that will make it feel warm, but I can pinpoint the exact color that I want. I was thinking of maybe a yellow tinted color. I need two colors because there is a divider thing on the wall.What are some good colors to paint a kitchen?
my colors would look great in your kitchen- I will send a link.
http://ratemyspace.hgtv.com/SNC/ViewItem鈥?/a>
hgtv.com, rate my space, search for the wow factorWhat are some good colors to paint a kitchen?
http://kitchencolors.weebly.com is a good site to check out on this subject!
do a faux finish w/ yellow/golds/browns/cherry
play w/ some of those on new paper %26amp; c which mixing together would work ... I think it would look sharp w/ u'r cherry cabinets. U can do one wall solid if u don't want it all fauxed.. do like wash... that's always a neat concept
The first step would be to look around your kitchen for inspiration. Is there a piece of dishware or artwork that really strikes your fancy as far as colors or textures go? If so, use that as your inspiration and have paint color-matched to the colors in your dishware or artwork.
Go to Wal-Mart or your local hardware store. Go to the paint aisle. Pick-up sample color cards in every color that appeals to you, and take them home. Look at them compared to your walls and cabinets and flooring. Choose the ones that you think go best with your kitchen. Tape those sample cards to the wall near your cabinets, and look at them for a while to decide if you really like these colors. You can skip this step if you're really sure that those are the colors you want in your space.
If you're pretty sure that you like those colors, go back to the paint aisle and have a quart of each color mixed. Paint a 3-foot by 3-foot sqaure of each color on your walls, trim the square with any trim colors you've chosen. Let the paint dry, take a look, and decide if you still like these colors. Again, you can skip this step if you're really sure that those are the colors you want in your space.
Go back to the paint aisle and have enough paint made up to finish your kitchen. You may have to ';prime'; over the area where you painted the 3-foot by 3-foot sample square to cover the trim colors, if those colors are very dark in comparison to the main color you've chosen.
You can also talk with the expert in the paint aisle about specialized paints and techniques to make the painted walls ';fancier'; ... like rag-rolling, suade-look, leather-look, textures, and the such.
I guess the bottom-line is, it's your kitchen and you have to live with it. Pick colors that you like. Use a technique that you like. And have fun making the space your own with your own unique sense of style. Good luck!
i have heard red is supposed to stimulate appetite, and it's usually a really warm color, especially with something like cream
pale burgundy and cream
I would suggest a lemon yellow and green apple combo.
Or chocolate brown %26amp; gold.
Try checking out some of these photos of kitchen renovations for inspiration:
http://www.hgtv.com/hgtv/dc_design_kitch鈥?/a>
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my colors would look great in your kitchen- I will send a link.
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hgtv.com, rate my space, search for the wow factorWhat are some good colors to paint a kitchen?
http://kitchencolors.weebly.com is a good site to check out on this subject!
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do a faux finish w/ yellow/golds/browns/cherry
play w/ some of those on new paper %26amp; c which mixing together would work ... I think it would look sharp w/ u'r cherry cabinets. U can do one wall solid if u don't want it all fauxed.. do like wash... that's always a neat concept
The first step would be to look around your kitchen for inspiration. Is there a piece of dishware or artwork that really strikes your fancy as far as colors or textures go? If so, use that as your inspiration and have paint color-matched to the colors in your dishware or artwork.
Go to Wal-Mart or your local hardware store. Go to the paint aisle. Pick-up sample color cards in every color that appeals to you, and take them home. Look at them compared to your walls and cabinets and flooring. Choose the ones that you think go best with your kitchen. Tape those sample cards to the wall near your cabinets, and look at them for a while to decide if you really like these colors. You can skip this step if you're really sure that those are the colors you want in your space.
If you're pretty sure that you like those colors, go back to the paint aisle and have a quart of each color mixed. Paint a 3-foot by 3-foot sqaure of each color on your walls, trim the square with any trim colors you've chosen. Let the paint dry, take a look, and decide if you still like these colors. Again, you can skip this step if you're really sure that those are the colors you want in your space.
Go back to the paint aisle and have enough paint made up to finish your kitchen. You may have to ';prime'; over the area where you painted the 3-foot by 3-foot sample square to cover the trim colors, if those colors are very dark in comparison to the main color you've chosen.
You can also talk with the expert in the paint aisle about specialized paints and techniques to make the painted walls ';fancier'; ... like rag-rolling, suade-look, leather-look, textures, and the such.
I guess the bottom-line is, it's your kitchen and you have to live with it. Pick colors that you like. Use a technique that you like. And have fun making the space your own with your own unique sense of style. Good luck!
i have heard red is supposed to stimulate appetite, and it's usually a really warm color, especially with something like cream
pale burgundy and cream
I would suggest a lemon yellow and green apple combo.
Or chocolate brown %26amp; gold.
Try checking out some of these photos of kitchen renovations for inspiration:
http://www.hgtv.com/hgtv/dc_design_kitch鈥?/a>
http://www.hgtv.com/hgtv/dc_design_kitch鈥?/a>
http://www.hgtv.com/hgtv/dc_design_kitch鈥?/a>
http://www.hgtv.com/hgtv/dc_design_kitch鈥?/a>
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What are motivational paint colors?
I am painting a classroom and I want to use a color that is more motivational than dreary, it also has to match the blue/gray family of colors of the floorWhat are motivational paint colors?
Baby blue or 'Hospital' green with lots of white. Use color sparingly when painting and keep stuff on the wall colorful but limit the amount. Better one big collage than a myriad of little paintings, posters or pragmatical pieces.
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That standard gray floor is designed to go with 'anything'.What are motivational paint colors?
A creamy yellow is a definite color for motivation. As red brings on passion and possibly anger (as does hot pink), studies have shown that yellow -- even used in accents -- is the perfect color for an office/work setting.
Remember that it's a strong color and it's the first color our eyes recognize in the spectrum -- so a soft yellow is fine.
A very pale warm gray with pink accents is the most inspiring color scheme according to NASA research done in the late 80's. Sorry I can no longer locate the info on NASA website but it at least would go well with the blue/gray. There is a lot of info on color psychology out there but just as many opinions as facts - probably more.
I think a nice soft butter-yellow is fine, but I really like the idea of an apricot or peach color on one possibly two or three wall's with the remaining walls done in a white or dove gray. On the color charts blue and orange are opposites or complimentary color's and so may be very appealing to the students eyes.
My suggestion is to go to a local paint store and get some sample cards and take them to the room. Lay them by the tile and see what looks the best and what works for you. I would not rule out certain areas of color such as violet. This family of color certainly motivates me and would blend with your gray and blue colors as well.
Really though, it is a matter of personal taste. You are the one that will be in this room and it should be something that you absoulutely love. Good Luck with you selection and may God bless you....Nomadicmascara
Baby blue or 'Hospital' green with lots of white. Use color sparingly when painting and keep stuff on the wall colorful but limit the amount. Better one big collage than a myriad of little paintings, posters or pragmatical pieces.
http://www.flickr.com/photos/mrz/2434126鈥?/a>
http://www.flickr.com/photos/raul/284465鈥?/a>
http://www.flickr.com/photos/lnx/6257130鈥?/a>
That standard gray floor is designed to go with 'anything'.What are motivational paint colors?
A creamy yellow is a definite color for motivation. As red brings on passion and possibly anger (as does hot pink), studies have shown that yellow -- even used in accents -- is the perfect color for an office/work setting.
Remember that it's a strong color and it's the first color our eyes recognize in the spectrum -- so a soft yellow is fine.
A very pale warm gray with pink accents is the most inspiring color scheme according to NASA research done in the late 80's. Sorry I can no longer locate the info on NASA website but it at least would go well with the blue/gray. There is a lot of info on color psychology out there but just as many opinions as facts - probably more.
I think a nice soft butter-yellow is fine, but I really like the idea of an apricot or peach color on one possibly two or three wall's with the remaining walls done in a white or dove gray. On the color charts blue and orange are opposites or complimentary color's and so may be very appealing to the students eyes.
My suggestion is to go to a local paint store and get some sample cards and take them to the room. Lay them by the tile and see what looks the best and what works for you. I would not rule out certain areas of color such as violet. This family of color certainly motivates me and would blend with your gray and blue colors as well.
Really though, it is a matter of personal taste. You are the one that will be in this room and it should be something that you absoulutely love. Good Luck with you selection and may God bless you....Nomadic
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