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4 Benefits of Working with a Color Expert When Painting Your Home
Sam Lutz • July 31, 2018
One of the easiest ways to give your space an updated look is by adding a coat or two of fresh paint. However, a large and common stumbling block for many homeowners is deciding on the right color.
Thankfully, there are dedicated experts who can provide assistance. These professionals are available at your local paint or hardware store and generally offer their services for free or a small fee. Here are four benefits of working with a color expert.
Find a Perfect Match for an Existing Paint Color
Do you love your walls but feel they need a fresh start? Perhaps the biggest benefit to utilizing a color service is that you can match your existing paint to a new batch. This allows you the ability to keep the same hue you already know you love with the bonus of being able to change the paint formula. For example, if the original paint was flat and you need something a little easier to clean, then you can easily switch without worrying about selecting a new color.
Discover a Perfect New Hue
Another reason to ask for expert advice is that they can help you discover the perfect color you didn’t even know you liked. Looking over hundreds or thousands of swatches in a store can sometimes be a little overwhelming, but with help you can easily narrow the option down to just a select few. If you’re having a hard time selecting your new color, trying asking for the general hue family and see what your paint expert suggests. You might be pleasantly surprised!
Find Inspiration with Color in Unimaginable Ways
One additional service most paint centers provide is color matching to special items. This can be an image in a magazine, a fabric swatch, or even something a little more whimsical, like your favorite sweater or your child’s cherished teddy bear. Technology has made it easier than ever to accurately duplicate colors for paint, which means there’s very little you can’t use to find inspiration.
Get a Second Opinion from a Trained Eye
The final and perhaps most crucial reason to work with a paint expert is that they can provide feedback on your color choices. These individuals understand that just because a certain shade looks great on a swatch doesn’t always mean it would be wise to paint the entire outside of your home in the same hue. Likewise, working with a professional can be a great way to get feedback and answered questions before starting your project, such as which brand or formula of paint holds up best to fingerprints or crayon marks. Remember, they are there to act as your resource!
So if you’re ready to find the perfect paint color for freshening up your home, rest assured, picking the perfect color doesn’t have to be a daunting task. Simply visit your nearest color matching center for ideas and expert advice today.
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