Living Room Interior Design Paint Ideas

The color you choose to paint your living room should be warm and welcoming.  It is important to understand that paint really does impact the mood of a room.  Of course, the right accessories are also important.  With these things in mind, you should know that there really are a lot of different colors that will work well here.

• Choose a neutral paint color to create a versatile design backdrop.  This color should come from the brown, cream or gray families.  Use similar colors as accent colors or choose brightly colored wall hangings and fabrics to liven the place up a bit.  Add visual interest by placing emphasis on patterns and texture. 


• Create a modern wall treatment by painting thick, vertical stripes in slightly different shades of the same color.  Use patterned or textured rugs to add additional dimension to the room.


• Paint your living room in earth tones to create a relaxing room.  Colors like green, blue and gray will help bring nature into your home while also adding a touch of sophistication to your decor.  To create a desert atmosphere use dusty or sandy tones of orange. For a woodsy atmosphere use moss or evergreen shades of green.  Create an ocean-like setting with various shades of blue.  Accent any of these with crisp white touches throughout the room.


• Creamy white walls paired with rich, dark floors will create a sophisticated look in your living room.  If you have a darkly stained hardwood floor, it will glow whenever you paint your walls a creamy white color.  Add interest to the room with furniture that has been upholstered in vivid patterns such as polka dots and animal prints.  These patterns will truly stand out against your walls and floors without competing for your attention.  Install floor to ceiling drapes in bright shades (i.e. turquoise, chartreuse) to give the room a burst of color. Use shimmering fabrics like silk to give the room some dimension.