7 Steps to the Perfect Paint Color- Step 5: Discover your scheme

Once you have determined the look and feeling you want to create and understand a bit about how color can help you to create that mood you can start to think about which color families will work in your room.

A color family is the most general term for describing colors. Most people think in terms of Blue, Green, Yellow, Orange, Red, Pink, Purple, Brown, Gray, White or Black when it comes to broad definitions of color.

But describing a color exactly requires more than just the general color family. It comes down to identifying three basic characteristics. They are: the color family along with the lightness or darkness, and the brightness or dullness of a color. This may sound difficult but it isn't. If you've ever described something as dark bluish gray or bright tomato red you've hit upon all three without even knowing it. We'll take a quick look at each characteristic so you can recognize what it's all about.

7 Steps To Finding Your Perfect Paint Color: STEP 4- GET IN THE MOOD

Before you decide on the exact color you need to define the type of look you ultimately want to create and the mood you want to set.

Sometimes this is easy. For instance if you're painting your daughter's room and she insist on pink and you insist on her being able to sleep you are well on your way to finding your perfect paint color because you know the color family (pink) and have defined the mood (restful, tranquil, dreamy) you want to create. Jump on the fast track and go right to Step 3!

If however you aren't sure what color you want then start by thinking about the mood or feeling you want to create in the room. Is it a family room that you want to feel warm and welcoming? Is it a kitchen that wakes you up in the morning and energizes you for preparing a meal at the end of long day?

For every room you decorate you are setting the stage for the activities and interactions that make up your life. So if you don't already have a vision of the finished room close your eyes and see yourself or your family in the room, imagine how you want it to feel and and capture that with the colors you select.

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Modern house decorating for your home simply means renewing your house interiors along with the emerging fashion trends. It is the most significant aspect of housekeeping. The modern house decor not only reveals your attitude and taste; but also the value and aesthetic sense attached to it by you.

People are quite used to adapt the criteria's of modern house decor. There are a number of sources available to renew and keep your knowledge updated regarding the modern trends ongoing.. Architects, internet, niche magazines, home decorators, catalogues, and stores of home decorator are some of the best sources to keep in contact with.

There do exist a number of contributions to modern house decorating. These include:

Modern house furniture- tables, book shelves, sofas, window furnishings, cases, bedroom furniture, chairs,
Accessories such as clocks, art decor, picture frames, home office, vases, mirrors, wall sculptures
Textiles and rugs- carpet tiles, throw pillows, rugs
Entertainment accessories- bowls, serving trays, candle holders, placemats, pepper and salt shakers
Bar accessories
Bedding and bathroom accessories
Kitchen products such as cake server, cutting boards, bowls, dustpan, broom, coffee cup
Outdoor accessories- doormats
Fun accessories- gourmet bags, pet bowls

The list is endless; you can go on adding and adding to this list. However, this list is based on what you wish to have in your house. Because, having all these products and accessories of modern home decor would unnecessarily clutter your house.

House decorating can be divided into a number of categories based on the preferences of the home owner. It could be antique, traditional, contemporary, trendy, etc. Nevertheless; many people have a tendency to go for the modern look for there are available in a range of different accessories and products and are at the same time affordable, too. Selecting a modern home look can renew your house according to the international standards. At the same time, the traditional or antique house decor would be something of more customized type and that too, very costly.

You can get a modern home look available at reasonable rates. Check for these offers on the internet or visit the stores to get more information

Modern house decorating for your home simply means renewing your house interiors along with the emerging fashion trends. It is the most significant aspect of housekeeping. The modern house decor not only reveals your attitude and taste; but also the value and aesthetic sense attached to it by you.

People are quite used to adapt the criteria's of modern house decor. There are a number of sources available to renew and keep your knowledge updated regarding the modern trends ongoing.. Architects, internet, niche magazines, home decorators, catalogues, and stores of home decorator are some of the best sources to keep in contact with.

There do exist a number of contributions to modern house decorating. These include:

Modern house furniture- tables, book shelves, sofas, window furnishings, cases, bedroom furniture, chairs,
Accessories such as clocks, art decor, picture frames, home office, vases, mirrors, wall sculptures
Textiles and rugs- carpet tiles, throw pillows, rugs
Entertainment accessories- bowls, serving trays, candle holders, placemats, pepper and salt shakers
Bar accessories
Bedding and bathroom accessories
Kitchen products such as cake server, cutting boards, bowls, dustpan, broom, coffee cup
Outdoor accessories- doormats
Fun accessories- gourmet bags, pet bowls

The list is endless; you can go on adding and adding to this list. However, this list is based on what you wish to have in your house. Because, having all these products and accessories of modern home decor would unnecessarily clutter your house.

House decorating can be divided into a number of categories based on the preferences of the home owner. It could be antique, traditional, contemporary, trendy, etc. Nevertheless; many people have a tendency to go for the modern look for there are available in a range of different accessories and products and are at the same time affordable, too. Selecting a modern home look can renew your house according to the international standards. At the same time, the traditional or antique house decor would be something of more customized type and that too, very costly.

You can get a modern home look available at reasonable rates. Check for these offers on the internet or visit the stores to get more information

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CUGINI PAINTING 7 Steps To Finding Your Perfect Paint Color- Step 3: Find Your Inpsiration

You may already have an idea of the colors you want to include in your scheme. If not, then you can look around for something to inspire a fabulous color combination.

Many people suggest that the way to do this is to find a nature photo or piece of art but there are so many places to look for inspiration. I have listed 26 sources with links to post or articles that show how that source inspired a color scheme.

See all of the sources on my lens "Color Inspiration A-Z" 

See how easy it can be to create a beautiful color scheme by taking your cues from something you love.

7 Steps to the Perfect Paint Color- STEP 2: Get to know your space

Whether you are beginning with a home full of possessions or one empty room, you need to look closely at both the permanent features and personal items that will remain in the space.

Forget about what is in the room now and imagine the feel and functionality you want for the room. If you have a clear vision as you think about each of the different elements you own you will be able to make decision about the items you already own. So decide if you want to keep it long-term, keep it for now or lose it. Once you know what you are working with you can work to incorporate them seamlessly into your overall color scheme.

I usually recommend narrowing down your options to a color family or two. By narrowing your focus you will be able to put your energy into finding just the perfect hue in that color family.

In order to decide you need to take into consideration the elements in the room that aren't going to change. For instance the color will need to work well with the color of the flooring or carpet. It will need to complement any furnishings that are in the room or that you plan to purchase. It will also need to harmonize with the colors in adjoining rooms.

While there are many things to consider the good news is that all of them can help you to hone in on the perfect color by quickly ruling out some color families that you know won't work.

Also keep in mind that the color you paint your wall is a backdrop for the room and does not need to match anything exactly so don't worry about finding the exact yellow of the little square in your upholstery fabric and in fact it is often more appealing if it doesn't match exactly but rather harmonizes with the elements in the room.

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7 Steps To Picking The Perfect Paint Color- STEP 1: GET TO KNOW YOURSELF

 

 

When decorating your home, start the same way a designer would by thinking about the colors and styles you and your family like most. In my book there are two quizzes to help readers "Discover a Colorful You" and "Get to Know Your Stylish Self" but there are many ways to figure out what you might like.

One easy way to discover your true color & style preferences is to create your own style file. To do this simply go through your favorite magazines and pull out pages, pictures and magazine covers with colors that appeal to you. Just go with your first impression and make quick decisions. You'll have time to evaluate your choices later.

Once you have a stack of images to go through see if there are similar colors in the pictures. Are there many bright colors? Mostly neutrals? Predominately cool blues and greens? You will probably find that several of your pictures include similar colors and styles.

The images you react positively to can also reveal not just the colors you like but can also give you clues as to the mood that draws you in. More on mood in a moment.

Discovering what it is you like about a variety of images can inspire you to take a great idea right out of the pages of your favorite magazines and into your home.

 

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Worn–out and tired cabinets, scuffed walls and an unsightly back splash. Does this remind you of your kitchen? If you haven't remodelled your kitchen in years, then the answer is probably a disheartened yes. But is it time for a complete kitchen renovation, or just a quick makeover?

The answer depends on your budget. The bad news is that a total kitchen renovation with new cabinets, countertops, flooring and backsplash can be very costly. The good news is that you can rejuvenate the look of your kitchen in a matter of days and with little investment by choosing to paint your cabinets, walls and backsplash in fresh new colours.

“If you don't have the money to buy new kitchen cabinets and like their current design, a little paint can instantly and dramatically change the look, not only of your cabinets, but your entire kitchen and as a result, increase the value of your home”

 

Whether you want to lighten up dark cabinets or brighten them up with bold colours, paint can provide an instant makeover for almost all types of cabinets. For the best results it's imperative that you choose a super adherent primer and high performing paint to withstand every day use in the kitchen.

Thanks to the latest breakthrough paint specifically formulated for cabinets and furniture this job has become much easier for do it yourself homeowners and professionals alike.

“The excellent levelling that results from the application of this product provides an ultra–smooth finish that resists marring exceptionally well — a much appreciated characteristic, especially for those surfaces that see a lot of daily use, such as furniture, cabinets, doors, trim as well as walls in high traffic areas”.

Available in a wide range of colours to match any décor, you can create a brand new look for your kitchen in a matter of days instead of the months required for a complete overhaul. Thanks to the water–based formula, the waiting time between coats varies between 4 and 6 hours. So most painting projects can be completed in one day or over the weekend for an entire kitchen.

With your cabinets, backsplash and walls donning a fresh new look complete your kitchen transformation with the choice of the latest kitchen cabinet knob and handle accessories to help bring your kitchen into the 21st century.

2011-2012 Color Trends by Cugini Painting

The 2011–2012 Inviting theme celebrates the beauty, contentment and simplicity of everyday life. Reflecting our increasing desire to return to a more relaxed, meaningful and informal style of living, this palette features colours reminiscent of familiar things that make us happy.

Homes will emanate the timeless beauty of the natural world in 2011–2012 as a growing number of people choose an Authentic theme in home décor. Demonstrating our growing appreciation for the earth, its materials and creativity, this grouping features timber, clay, earth and denim tones enlivened by a dash of inspiring yellow.

The 2011–2012 Dazzling theme features fun and imaginative colours delivered in an energetic expression of simplicity. Charming, fun and slightly childlike, this palette is refreshingly simple, yet brings back a sense of poetry and pleasure into our lives and a smile to our faces.

Right now, colour zoning is one of the hottest trends in home decorating. It’s a big bold way to add colourful punch to a room.

Choosing The Right Colors For Your Home

When choosing the right color for your home, you should ask yourself some questions first:
What’s the room orientation?
The light, whether natural or artificial, influences the look of any color. If the room faces north, you should chose warm colors to reduce coldness. If the room faces south, interior colors will have warm reflexion, which allows you to use a “colder” color pattern. Eastern or western illumination gives a mild red note to everything.
Should a room size be visually corrected?
Light and cold colors make the walls and furniture look more distant, so we use these colors to visually increase the room dimensions. Dark and warm colors create a welcome feeling but also reduce the room dimensions; therefore, such colors should be reserved for large spaces.
What is the purpose of a room?
Neutral or pastel colors are the most appropriate for a bedroom or a living room; light shades of blue or green can freshen up a bathroom; red or purple details in the kitchen inspire creativity.

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Why Paint?

Why should you paint rooms on the interior of a house? You will be better able to answer this question when the paint job is completed. At that time you will be proud of the beautiful new rooms that you have created. An interior paint job makes the home more attractive, clean, fresh and beautiful, just like it is brand new. Nothing improves the appearance of the home better than a fresh paint job.

Before you paint there may be holes or cracks in the walls and ceiling. Also furniture often makes unattractive marks on the walls. You may just want a change. A good interior house painting totally transforms a home. One of the greatest reasons that I love to complete a paint job is to see how good it makes the homeowner feel. They are always thrilled and grateful for the work.

Another reason to paint an interior is to increase the value of a home. Also, if you are selling the house, it will almost always sell shortly after the application of the home paint, and for a higher price than it would have before the painting. I have painted homes and later heard from the homeowner that the house sold for more than they expected. Many times an appraisal after the painting is for a higher value than it was previous to the work. If there is a vacant home that has been on the market for a long time with no offers, a new coat of paint almost always sells the home within a couple of months.

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