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Picking a Color for your Small Space
Sam Lutz • July 17, 2018
It’s a common misconception that white and cream are the two best colors for a small space. Harsh neutrals like white can jump out more than other colors, creating a sense that the walls are closing in. So what’s the best paint color for your small room? You might be surprised.
Vibrant Colors Spice Up The Space
Bright, bold, definite colors can help distract from size. Cheerful colors like Benjamin Moore’s Mermaid’s Tale, Sunburst
and Costa Rica Blue
help push back the walls and create a sense of fun. Pairing vibrant colors with cheerful patterns can also help.
Picking the color can be a challenge. When choosing the shade, a number of variables come into play. The amount of natural light, shape and purpose of the room all play a role in the color that will look best.
For example, a bedroom is a place of peace and calm. Many will choose a soothing shade of chocolate brown or deep gray blue. These colors make for a good sleep environment and turn the bedroom into a sanctuary. However, these paint colors can also make a room gloomy if there’s little natural light. In a naturally dark room, a shade of soft peach or sky blue works better to create a sense of space and light.
Create a Focal Point
Accent walls create a focal point and give the space a sense of depth. Picking a color for an accent wall can be a challenge. Often, accent walls are a very different shade from the other three walls. For example, a room with cheerful yellow walls might have an accent color of a deep gray blue. The gray blue pushes back the accent wall, making the room seem larger.
Coordinate With Interior Decor
No matter what color you select for your small space, it’s important to coordinate with the interior decor. Choose upholstery, pillow covers, carpeting, draperies and other interior elements that match the rest of the room. If you have an accent wall, splash that color around the room as well, to tie the interior decor together.
Stop in at Ace Paints
For long-lasting, quality paint in Pittsburgh, stop in at Ace Paint and Unfinished Furniture. We’re happy to provide you with samples and advice that can help you get started on your next paint project.
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