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Choosing Paint Color
Choosing the right color for your walls is intimidating. When I'm doing color consulting with people I remind them that it's just paint. If you don't like it, it's easily fixed. But in these economic times there can be concerns about expense if you've hired someone to paint and if you're doing it yourself, you may not want to spend another weekend with roller in hand. So here is a tip for the easiest way to figure out colors not only for your walls but for your house in general. Most people can name their favorite color but don't know what to put with it. What color scheme is correct. What colors clash and compliment and beyond that what colors would be outstanding and garner kudos. So here it is in a nutshell - pick a painting or piece of fabric that the way the colors work together is just yummy and scrumptious to you. Pick out your favorite color in it. This will be the predominant color in your scheme. Then pick out your second favorite color, used as a compliment to the first, and finally, your third favorite will be the accent. So if I had to give it a mathematical formula I'd say approximately 6 parts your first, 3 parts your second, and one part your third color. For example your walls would be the first color, your couches the second color and your pillows would be in the accent color. Do you have to follow the formula to be correct? No! It's just an example. Play around with it and you will know when it looks good. And remember the person you are pleasing is you. You are the one who lives with what you pick, so don't design for anyone else. Who cares what they think! It's very rare that two people like exactly the same things. You're unique and your home should reflect you, not what your mom or neighbor think. Have Fun! It's just paint...
Color Myths and "Rules"
Over the past six years, I have had many customers ask about the "rules" when it comes to paint and color. While there are sound design principles that we need to heed, there are also many myths about color floating around out there. The reality is that for every "rule" there is a great way to break it! So here goes. Rule Myth #1 Dark colors make a room appear smaller. OK, so the actual rule is that dark colors advance and light colors recede, so in a way this is true. However, when it comes to choosing paint color, forget the rule. The charm of a small room is that it is cozy. Mid to dark tone colors can be used to enhance this feeling and create a warm inviting atmosphere. Just make sure that you balance with light trim and accessories. Rule Myth #2 Trim colors should always be white. The most common mistake I see people make is to paint their millwork bright white. I happen to love white millwork but bright white rarely looks good in any situation. Why? Because white paint contains Titanium Dioxide, which has a blue undertone. Very unflattering to most colors. The best whites have a yellow undertone giving them a creamy white look. The hard part is convincing clients that they will look white in real life! But they do, and they are much more elegant. Now, with all that said, trim can be any color you want! Try reversing the color scheme and use a dark trim color with a light wall color! Rule Myth #3 Semi-Gloss paint is required in kitchens and bathrooms Times have changed! This was true for your mother's paint but paint manufacturing has come a long way. There are washable flat paints that can be used in any room. They provide a beautiful soft finish without the annoying glare. Look for brands that contain an antimicrobial that will give you additional protection against mold, bacteria and germs. (Of course we recommend Pure Coat for all of our clients.)
Portraits
This is a portrait of a little girl named Anna. You can see a larger version of this and other portraits at www.fiserartstudio.com.