Hello World! Welcome Friends! Planning on painting a room in the home? There’s a lot to think about before deciding on the perfect color and painting all of the walls. When a fresh look is needed, keep these six tips in mind while choosing paint colors and preparing to paint the room.
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Learn How to Paint Properly
Painting is not as easy as it might look. Proper prep is needed to ensure paint only goes where it’s supposed to go. After that, the right techniques can make all the difference in how the paint actually looks on the walls. Consider hiring a Handyman to do the painting if the prep and work seems like too much.
Think About the Color Scheme
Unless the entire room is being renovated and all new furniture is being purchased, it’s likely necessary to consider the colors already in the room. Think carefully about the color scheme currently in the room, what paint colors might go well with what’s already there, and what might need to be changed if a different paint color is chosen. It may be better to choose a different color rather than replace all of the furniture in the room.
Consider the Lighting in the Room
The lighting in the room can make a huge difference in how dark or light the wall colors might be. For larger rooms with plenty of natural sunlight, it might be better to go with a pale shade. If a darker shade is preferred, think about whether more lights will be needed in the room to help keep it looking bright.
Test the Different Colors Before Choosing
It’s crucial to test the different colors before choosing the one for the room. Pick up small paint samples of each potential color and paint large blocks of the color on a wall or two in the room. The bigger the blocks are, the easier it is to get an idea of what it will look like throughout the room. Keep these blocks up for a couple of days, checking the light in the room and how it looks on the color at various points during the day.
The Ceiling Might Need Painting, Too
The ceiling is often forgotten about, but it might be a good idea to paint the ceiling. Painting it the same color as the walls can help make the room look taller, while a contrasting color can help create a feature ceiling. Ceilings don’t have to be white, so don’t forget to think about whether the ceiling could benefit from a little bit of color.
Think About the Longevity of the Color
While moving isn’t in the plans for a number of years, it’s still a good idea to think about the longevity of the colors being used in the room. Instead of going for a bold color that might not work well in the room, choose one that’s going to be enjoyed for many years. This prevents needing to paint again in a year or two and ensures the room continues to look great as long as possible.
If you’re planning on painting a room in your home, make sure you choose the paint color carefully. Use some of the things to think about here to make sure that it’s easy to find the right color so you can really enjoy the new look in the room.
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