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USE OF COLOR

One of the most compelling things about paint color is its ability to dramatically affect how people feel. Different colors instill different moods. Whether painting your own home or painting for the purpose of selling, interior or exterior, the choice of color and how it will affect those perceiving it has to be taken into account.

The following was put together by the Paint Quality Institute, on what different colors do:

RED = Stimulating. It increases the blood pressure, heartbeat, appetite - even passion – in many people. As a result, red is a good choice for eating areas, dining rooms, and even restaurants.

YELLOW= Attention.   A real attention getter. Yellow is useful in dark hallways and foyers. (And areas needing a serious injection of warmth).

GREEN= Relaxing.  More versatile than blue. Works well in kitchens, dining rooms, schools and offices.

ORANGE= Welcoming   Tints and shades of orange work well in entryways, living rooms and family rooms.

BLUE= Calming. It is an ideal color for bedrooms and sitting rooms. Blue is not the best color to use in the dining room.

PURPLE= a tricky color.   Many adults dislike purples and violets, but children are drawn to them Purple is often used in kid’s bedrooms and play areas.

Next times you are painting trying sampling these colors (or tints and shades thereof) and see how they work.

If you have a complete exterior needing painting now then call now for an estimate! Call  408 448 1683. Email molto@earthlink.net, website www.moltobenewalls.com.

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