How to Choose the Right Paint Colour for Every Room

Tired of white walls, but have no idea where to start? We can help with that. With hundreds of options out there it is hard not feel overwhelmed. At Evolve, we can offer you colour advice so that choosing the right paint colour is fun and not stressful.

Don’t be afraid of colour; instead try to understand how colour can enhance your living space. Different colours and hues can affect the memories and moods you create within your home.

We will work with you to decide on a colour palette that will create a warm, inviting space. It is important to always consider your own style and tastes above what is in style or popular. Paint is a personal choice and you want to feel uplifted every time you enter your home.

If you are having trouble deciding on what colours to choose you can refer to a colour wheel to decide on what you like and what shades complement each other. A rule loved by interior designers is the 60-30-10 rule (60 percent dominant colour, 30 percent secondary colour and 10 percent accent colour). This gives you the freedom to express your personality while creating a lasting, classic look.

We recommend choosing soothing and relaxing colours to enhance family rooms, living rooms and dens. Bedrooms or offices do well with inviting and warm shades, while you can go bold in kitchens and bathrooms.

You can also look to each room’s existing features for help choosing a colour palette. For example, you will want to choose wall colours to complement your flooring. Do you have dark wood flooring or light laminate or even patterned tile? What about your existing carpets or rugs? Choosing a palette that will enhance these features is sure to create a lasting impression.

Consider your furniture as well. Do you buy a lot of bright and bold colours or are most of your furniture and accessories muted in colour? Work with the colours already in your home to make sure you choose the best possible colour.

Think about the mood you would like to create in each room. Does your kitchen get a lot of bright sunlight while your den is dark and cozy? This will affect the paint colours you choose. We can always take a look at your room and make suggestions.

Don’t forget to consider the paint for your ceiling. Most go for simplicity and choose white for their ceilings. This also makes the ceilings feel higher. Some use their ceiling as an accent by choosing to paint it with colour. Whatever your preference, we can help you decide on the perfect product for painting your ceiling.

Need help deciding on a colour palette for your paint job? We’d love to help you! You can reach us by emailing info@evolvepainting.ca or by calling us 780.993.9969.