Explore Colors

Choosing the right colors for your home can sometimes feel like an overwhelming task, but fortunately there are many free tools to help you pick the right color. Whether you are trying to match the tones on a treasured piece of furniture, preserve the historic aspects of your exterior, or simply bring a space to life, today’s manufacturers have the resources available to achieve the look and feel you desire.

Color Consultation

At The Painting Craftsman, we know that picking colors for your home can sometimes feel confusing and overwhelming due to the large amount of colors available.

Here are some helpful tips to keep in mind when choosing a color that is right for your space.

• Most people purchase clothing they like to wear and know they look good in. In a similar way, you should decorate your rooms in colors you like and look good in. For example, if you don’t wear red, it may be a good idea to stay away from red on the walls as you likely won’t feel comfortable in that space.

• If you have a small room in your home, don’t paint it a very light color such as white hoping to make it appear larger. Instead, embrace the space and architecture of your home and use a rich, warm color scheme to make the space seem personal and comforting.

• Choose a color from a favorite item in the space you are painting. If you have a patterned sofa or rug, or a beloved piece of art, match colors from the largest pattern in the fabric or a large area of the artwork. If you want a neutral color, match a color from the white and beige areas of the piece.

If you are not working with a designer and need help picking a color, we can help. We have experience color consulting on many projects and have used many colors we have loved. The Painting Craftsmen has the tools and resources available to help you make the best decision for your space.

Farrow & Ball offers an extensive and exquisite collection of colors. Click here to visit their color inspiration site and view a gallery of their most popular colors inhabiting unique spaces.

Benjamin Moore offers the newest color trends for 2014. Click here to explore the colors and see examples of their unique room designs.

Sherwin Williams offers many tools to help you choose the right color. From phone and ipad apps, to painting your own room online, click here to browse tools and colors.