Yesterday, I discussed my fondness for every hue and the challenge of narrowing it down. Here are some helpful resources for deciding on a paint color for your space.
Interior Decorators
I greatly admire interior decorators; I hope to become one someday, but for now, I enjoy learning from their expertise! Many of you gain daily insights from shows such as Divine Design and Sara 101, which are my favorites.
However, I needed assistance closer to home. Our local **Benjamin Moore** outlet has an interior designer whose office is situated there. She offers free advice; you can ask her anything at the store! I consulted her once, and soon I was photographing our house. She provided excellent guidance regarding color selections. Remember, for designers to truly select a palette, they must visit your home to see how it looks in natural light. If color selection causes you stress, an interior designer might be a valuable investment and a great friend.
Inspiration Photos
I know this sounds repetitive, but I cannot overstate its importance. Discovering my 'style' happened through images, and they greatly aid my color decisions.
Consider our Main Bathroom, which is currently paused awaiting a perfectly priced vanity. While contemplating color, I reviewed my Pinterest inspiration board for the Bathroom:
A clear pattern emerged from the images—blue and white. I think blue and white will be the choice!
After settling on a color family, like blue, gather paint swatches and affix them inside the room. Leave them there to observe them under all lighting conditions—day and night, sunny and overcast. This is a crucial step. A swatch's appearance in the paint store differs from its look in your home!
Free online tools now allow users to upload room pictures and virtually test paint colors on them.
Nevertheless, I strongly advise taping those physical swatches in your room before purchasing paint. What appears on your computer screen may not match the real-life view.
What has been your most effective method for choosing home colors? I trust these resources will assist you with your own color quandaries.
This is part of the “31 Ways to Make Home Uniquely You” series. See here for the topic of each day.
