How to Choose Interior Paint Colors

Choose the best interior paint colors for your home with our guide here! Contact us at UBuildIt today for more information!
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As you build your home, there will be many decisions that you have to make and our team will be there to guide you along the way. Perhaps one of the toughest decisions will be choosing the interior paint colors for your home. See our guide here for choosing the best interior paint colors for your home!Living area with seating and television

Best Tips for Choosing Interior Paint Colors

#1 Understand the Mood You Want to Create

Before you even pick up a paintbrush, consider the mood you want to set in each room. Colors have a profound impact on how a space feels. For a calm and relaxing atmosphere, soft blues, greens, and lavenders are great for bedrooms and bathrooms where you want to unwind. If you want an energetic and invigorating environment, reds, oranges, and yellows can create a lively atmosphere in kitchens or workout areas. For a balanced and neutral look, grays, beiges, and whites are versatile and create a sophisticated backdrop for any room. Think about the activities that will take place in each room and choose colors that enhance the intended mood.

#2 Consider Lighting Conditions

Lighting plays a crucial role in how paint colors appear. A color might look perfect in a sample but can change dramatically once it's on your walls. Natural light will show colors in their truest form. North-facing rooms get cooler light, which can make colors appear bluer, while south-facing rooms get warmer light, enhancing yellows and reds. Incandescent bulbs bring out warm tones, while fluorescent lighting casts a cooler, blue tone. LED lights can vary widely, so test your color with the exact lighting you'll use. Additionally, the color in a room can change from morning to night. Observe your chosen paint sample at different times to ensure it always looks appealing.

Kitchen with black cabinets#3 Use Color Theory Basics

Understanding basic color theory can help you make better choices. Complementary colors, which are opposite each other on the color wheel (like blue and orange), create a vibrant look but should be used sparingly to avoid overwhelming the space. Analogous colors, which are next to each other on the color wheel (like blue and green), are harmonious and pleasing to the eye, making them perfect for creating a serene environment. Monochromatic colors, which are various shades and tints of a single color, create a cohesive, sophisticated look and are ideal for minimalist designs.

#4 Test Samples in Your Home

Never commit to a color based solely on a paint chip. Instead, get sample sizes of your top choices and paint small sections of your walls. Paint large swatches, at least 12x12 inches, on different walls of the room. Look at the samples at different times of the day and in different lighting conditions. Make sure the paint works well with your existing or planned furnishings by comparing it against your furniture and decor.

#5 Think About the Flowliving area with seating

In open-concept homes or areas where rooms lead into each other, it's crucial to consider how colors transition from one space to another. Stick to a cohesive palette by choosing colors that are variations of a base hue or that belong to the same color family. Neutral colors in hallways and connecting spaces can help create a seamless transition between bold colors in separate rooms. Additionally, accent walls or painted ceilings can add dimension and interest without disrupting the flow.

With these tips, you will be able to find the perfect interior paint colors for your new home. Find your local UBuildIt office and contact us today for more information!

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