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Pick the perfect paint color every time

7/5/2018

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Have you purchased paint lately?  The cost is soaring, along with the high labor costs of painting contractors.

We found a very informative article by Tara Mastroeni at freshhome.com about how to pick the color for your interior design projects correctly the first time to avoid expensive repainting errors.
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Selecting proper paint color is never easy.  The color of the paint can change throughout the day with sun and shadow, and can change during the evening hours with artificial lighting.  

​The author of the article suggests you pick your textiles prior to selecting the paint color.  If you base your color palette on an existing product, you're far more likely to find a coordinating shade of paint.  Start your design projects by building off a single piece that catches your eye.  Patterned items are particularly good options because they often incorporate multiple shades and can be used as the basis for your entire color scheme.
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I attempt to make all elements in a home "talk to each other."  Paint color can be a unifying element.  Avoid giving each room its own distinct style and color scheme while forgetting to account for the fact that your home needs to feel cohesive.

Ask your paint supplier to provide a large color sample of each color of paint you are interested in and tape them on the walls of your home.  The colors will change throughout the day so be sure to evaluate any color shifts prior to selecting the final palette.
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Paint finish is sometimes not considered when choosing colors, but it is a very important consideration.  Paint can vary from a flat finish, to egg shell and satin, to a semi-gloss and high-gloss finish.  Each has a significant impact on the final result of your painting project-- so choose wisely.  If you are unsure of your choices an interior designer may be able to help with the many considerations in choosing the correct paint color the first time.

Below is a link to this very informative article on how to choose the correct paint for your home or office design project.
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