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.

A Painters Tune

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Th4SwSpaRWU

Cugini Painting has been doing some great work on some amazing properties. Here is a song that helps contribute to our amazing brush strokes. Enjoy!

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.

 

STAY TUNED FOR STEP 2!

Get A Weekend Makeover By CUGINI PAINTING

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.