Different colors affect our moods in different ways. You've decided emerald green, your favorite color, is going to be the main focus in your room. Before you buy 5 gallons of emerald green paint, consider the effect it will have on the appearance and mood of the room. Use the following descriptions as guides to create your color combination.
Warm and Cozy Colors
Warm and cozy colors, located on the right side of our color wheel, convey a message of togetherness and strength:
Varying shades of red are commonly found in dining rooms and libraries, but are becoming popular in kitchens and bedrooms as well.
Pure orange is an extremely warm color. It's very hard to tone down and is often used as an accent color only.
Yellow has different effects depending upon its tone and value. A sharp yellow can create a feeling of deterrence, as with police tape at a crime scene. But a pale yellow, such as cowslip, can create a bright and pleasing environment.
Cool and Soothing Colors
Cool and soothing colors, located on the left side of our color wheel, provide a sense of calm and feelings of trust:
As you may have noticed, most hospitals and doctors' offices decorate with green. Green is one of nature's most prominent colors and blends easily with any room.
Blue is generally a peaceful color. Light blue can make a room appear bright and refreshing, while a deep blue can create a sober mood. Use blue in any room of the house.
Violet is getting more and more recognition due to its connection to romance. Violet is also being used in bedrooms and living rooms to communicate an air of serenity.
Pastel Colors
Pastel colors are the result of adding a large amount of white to colors. Because of the lightness of the color, there's little concern of clashing. Pastels create a comfortable, airy feeling in any room.
Neutral Colors
Neutral colors include shades of white, gray and black. Neutral colors are the easiest colors to use for one obvious reason; they blend easily with most surroundings. Builders typically use neutral colors on the interior of a home to accommodate the new home owners' wide range of tastes. Neutral colors can be stylish and dramatic. For instance, black and white are neutral colors that create a wonderful palette for additional colors.
