Interior Painting (Choosing Colours)

I often get questions about what colors are best suited for the interior painting of a room or house.  Here are some factors you should consider when selecting a paint color for a particular room. You will need to assess the amount of light entering the room, the size of the room, which direction it faces, the type of mood you want to create, and of course your focal point or main inspirational colour.  A focal point can be the colour of your hardwood, carpet, fabric or tiles already used in that particular room.  These tips will help you make sure that your colours set the right tone and enhance your overall experience. 

Red is a colour that tends to enhance the appetite, heighten the sense of smell and increases the heart rate. Best rooms for this colour are kitchens, dining rooms and recreational rooms. 

Yellow is a colour that signifies happiness, warmth, optimism, energy and life. It is known to speed up metabolism and are best used in the kitchen and dining rooms. 

Blue is a great color for a feeling of tranquility and freshness.  It is a soothing colour and is best associated with bedrooms and bathrooms. 

Green is physically easy on the eye, calming and encourages healing.  Best places to use green are living rooms, bathrooms or guest rooms. 

Brown is a natural color that evokes a sense of strength and reliability.  This colour is best used in a study, office, bedrooms or living rooms.

Vancouver painting contractors will always have a plethora of colours to choose from.  We always carry a colour fan on hand that has hundreds of colours, making sure you get the perfect colour for your house every time.