Turn your drab and boring house into an exiting and/or relaxing retreat simply by painting your walls. Painting is the most effective decorating element that sets the mood of an entire room and/or home, along with lighting.

Why is interior painting such an important investment?

Your home should be a place where you are able to wind down from the stresses of the day. It provides a sense of security, as well as comfort. Because interior painting has such an impact on the mood and atmosphere of a room, it is important in creating an environment suitable for your entire family.

How do interior paint colors impact our moods?

It has been proven that color has a psychological impact on people. Surrounding yourself with certain colors can have an impact on how you feel every day. Some interior paint colors have a cooling effect, while others have a warming effect. Some colors provide a more soothing effect, while others may give a sense of energy. It is all in the interior paint colors you choose.

Paint colors are broken down into three categories, which are:

1Soft colors include violets, blues and greens. They are more soothing. They also make a room appear to be more airy and larger. Blue-green is a very popular “cool” color.

2Hard colors include reds, oranges and yellows. They are brighter colors that offer a warming effect. It provides energy and happiness. Red-orange is a very popular “warm” color.

3Earth tone colors include browns, beiges, grays and taupe. They create an elegant and sophisticated atmosphere. When using these colors it is recommended you add details, such as a stenciled border, wallpaper or fabrics to bring these colors out.

How to choose the right interior paint colors for your home

Check out the many paint swatches available. Narrow down your selection to a few colors that work well together. Unless you are set on making your walls the focal point of your room, it is not recommended that you choose bright colors.

Buy small cans of paint of the two colors you were interested in. Paint a small portion of the room and allow for the paint to dry for at least one day to see how it will work in the room.

Add personality with these interior painting ideas

Now that you are familiar with why interior paint colors are an important addition to your home, here are some other interior painting ideas to add texture and personality to your room.

• Wall Stenciling: This is a fun way to add personality to your room. It brings out your creative side and tells a story on who you are and what you like. You can choose any pattern, such as animals, flowers, stars or a favorite character. There are many stencils you can choose from or you can make your own. Wall stenciling is simple. Just apply color to a wall, floor or ceiling through cutout areas of a designed template.
• Faux Painting: This interior painting idea involves painting one object to resemble another. An example of this is creating an illusion of natural materials, such as granite, marble or wood.
• Rubber Stamping: This is a quick and easy way to add excitement to your room. Using the same techniques you would use for rubber stamping greeting cards or scrapbooking, you can rubber stamp your walls with paint.

Now you are equipped with the knowledge you need to create your dream home.

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