A lot of people spend a great deal of time stressing over which colors to paint the primary rooms of their home. Choosing a paint color isn’t always easy, but it should be fun!

 

Paint colors can make or break a room. Sounds stressful, but it doesn’t have to be.

 

Have you ever walked in a room and automatically felt more calm, relaxed, hungry, or happier? It’s true – color psychology is a real thing. Knowing the effects of different colors on your brain can help sifting through hundreds of paint swatches become a lot easier and more exciting.

 

Knowing that color has an effect on your mood and emotions, the first step to deciding on a paint color is identifying the purpose of the room and researching the colors that appropriately fit its ambience.

 

Don’t let the research part get you down – we’ve already done that part for you! Now, let the fun begin.

 

The Kitchen

 

Warm is the vibe you want to go for in the kitchen. Warm colors work best in the kitchens because they are known to increase hunger. How cool is that? As if you weren’t already starving when you walked in, warm colors will make sure you have an appetite when dinner is ready.

 

This doesn’t mean you have to paint your entire kitchen deep red or orange, but some accents of warm colors should be what you’re going for.

 

Sherwin-Williams’ color of the year, Cavern Clay, is a great option for a tasteful warm color. We’re hungry just thinking about it!

 

The Living Room

 

Often times, this is the favorite room in a house. Living rooms tend to promote happiness and relaxation with family and loved ones. Many memories are made in a living room— watching movies, having deep discussions, or just napping. You want to choose a color that stimulates balance and comfort. Want to take a guess at the color?

 

Green. Yep, that’s right.

 

Some people are shocked to find that green is a suggested living room color. We’re not talking lime green walls, but a nice shade of green stimulates balance, harmony, and comfort. You want your living room to be welcoming and inviting to all guests, and most importantly helps you feel relaxed after a long day of work.

 

The Bedroom

 

Your bedroom should be your sanctuary. It’s important to create this room to be an oasis for sleep. You want to stick with cool tones that stimulate relaxation. Shades of neutral colors and blues are the best options. These colors are psychology proven to help you relax and feel at peace.

 

The most important thing to remember is staying away from warm, dark hues such as reds and purples. You also want to stay away from super bright colors like lime green and hot pink. This room should make you feel the opposite of your kitchen! You don’t want your bedroom to stimulate anxiety, but rather, sleep. Sleep is important for your overall health, and the colors of this room should be chosen wisely. A neutral colored room, minimal noise, and the right mattress are key factors to creating your best night’s sleep.

 

The Bath Room

 

Bathrooms are important, too! To no surprise, white is the perfect color for your bathroom. Everyone wants a nice, clean bathroom. White has a refreshing and clean ambiance that no other color can beat. If you want a pop of color, feel free to do that with decor and towels. You can’t go wrong with an all white bathroom.

 

Painting your home should be fun and should demonstrate your personality!  Ridge Painting Company are the people to call for your next paint job.