The loose old paint is peeling off from the walls and it’s that time of the year again to reset the mood of the room by repainting it. But repainting the walls with the same color wouldn’t make that much of a difference to the room. So, why not be a little bit more experimental towards the wall colour to create a whole new different mood for the room? Different shades of colour can change the atmosphere of the room drastically, which is why it’s important to choose the right colour for the room. We have experts analysed the perfect colour for the room and so, without further ado, here’s out guide on choosing the perfect room colour!
Dining Room/Kitchen
Suggested colors: Plain white or earthy tones such as brown, peach and yellow and strong colours such as brick red
The dining room and kitchen should be of the same colour scheme. Warm colors go well with the neutral light and it’s the best combination ever. Red is recommended for dining room as it stimulates our appetite, thus making it more comfortable to enjoy the food. Rooms draped in yellow also makes an optimistic and cheerful environment. Blue or any other darker colors should be avoided as they have the tendency to suppress our appetite. However, the mix of yellow and blue is surprisingly warm and calm when painted on the kitchen’s wall.
Living Room
Suggested colors: Plain white, light blue and warm colours such as beige, cream or shades of yellow
The living room should look as inviting as possible, so warm colors would be the best choice. Plain white gives an added simplicity with an elegant ambience in the room while warm colours make a happy and youthul atmosphere in the room. However, other colours can be applied in the living room according to your own personal preference but they should blend well with other colors so it’s comfortable enough for all. Bright colors are not recommended as it could easily make trigger a feeling of nausea.
Bathroom
Suggested colors: Light colours and natural shades such as light blue, sea foam green and light purple.
The most important aspect of bathroom wall’s colour is that it should make people feel relaxed and at peace. The colour should be neat and clean as the bathroom should always remind of us of the clean environment. White, light blue and light green are the best choices. Earthy shades such as brown gives a woody feeling to the bathroom. Black isn’t a popular choice among the others as it makes the room look smaller, and therefore be claustrophobic. However, with the right lighting, the bathroom painted with black colour can looks sleek, modern and chic too.
Bedroom (Teenagers)
Suggested colors: Light colours such as light blue, pale yellow, lavender, baby pink
Blue is the colour of tranquility and harmony, hence it has a calming effect on teenagers who are still in the process of growing up. It also lowers the heart rate and increases the level of creativity in teenagers. However, a lighter shade of blue should be used instead of the darker blue ranging royal blue to navy blue. Other light colour such as light purple and pale pink also promotes the girlish feel in the room, hence it is perfect for the teenage girls. As for teenage boys, white or light brown, as well as blue can be used in their rooms.
Master Bedroom
Suggested colors: Light blue and neutral tone such as grey, cream and light brown.
The bedroom should be a place for us to rest and release all our burdens on a soft bed. While the bed’s comfort might be the prior choice, the colors of the wall also affects the whole point of relaxing in the room. Intense and bright colors such as bright red and neon green could be the worst colors choices of all, but it also depends on personal preference. However, the colour recommended for the master bedroom should be light. Soft blue as it creates a cool environment, while light grey and white are also alternative colours for the bedroom that makes the room look much more peaceful.
