Painting Your St. Louis Home

When moving into your new home you may notice that the previous owner had terrible taste in wall color. Some choose over the top colors that clash while others use a plain white or beige all throughout the home, making the home look drab or bland. Make your move to St. Louis simple by picking your wall colors ahead of time. What better time to give a home a colorful makeover than prior to moving in? The walls are cleared, there's no furniture to cover, and for the most part all you have to do is lay down a piece of plastic on the floor and you are ready to go!

First off, keep in mind that paint color is not as simple as pick and choose your favorite color. Different colors mean different things and arouse several different emotions. So in many cases you cannot pick a certain color for a certain room.Here's a few house painting secrets to help you choose which color is appropriate for each room.

1. Living room: Living rooms tend to be big and open spaces in the house where you can use a strong color such as reds, yellows, oranges, and neutral colors depending on your taste. These certain colors are warm and inviting which is exactly how a living room should feel. This may also be applied to the dining room area. Add warm accents and patterns to help facilitate your color choice to create an overall relaxing and comfortable feel.

2. Kitchen: Although you may want a warm and inviting kitchen it is not recommended. Unlike the living room, having an inviting kitchen may lead to eating more. Instead, grays, blues, and earthy tones are encouraged for this space.

3. Bedroom: Your personal bedroom should be a place of relaxation and privacy. Hues of blues, greens, and lavenders are recommended. The lighter tones of these colors promote a calm and soothing atmosphere. No matter how much you may love the color red or similar intense colors, it is ideal to refrain from using them for your bedroom.

Overall, use pronounced colors for rooms in your home that you want to be welcoming for guest interaction and activity. Choose lighter colors for the more private areas of your home where one would seek solidarity and relaxation. If you are moving to St. Louis, you can check out one of the many local hardware stores and pick your colors today!