Paint: Choosing a Color
by
Michel Luc Provencher
Guest Editor

PAINT: Choosing a Color
Choosing a Color | Finishes | Formulas | Brand Quality
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Bittersweet
from Olde Century Colors 		 
Choosing paint color can be as fun and as easy as surrounding yourself with what makes you happy. Always consider the space and the impact your selection will have on that space. Dark, rich, and vibrant colors may prove to be tiring in rooms you spend a lot of time in — the kitchen, breakfast room, family room, or any room where family and friends tend to gather and linger. A palatable, easy-to-live-with neutral shade would be a good choice for these lived-in areas. Dining rooms, hallways, and studies, however, are spaces where deep and vibrant colors can work —and work well. Powder rooms and bathrooms are also spaces where you can let loose with color. Keep in mind that everyone wants to look good, even if it's only in his or her own mirror. So, choose flattering flesh tone colors for the bathroom to prevent color from distorting skin tone.
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