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4 Great Ways To Split Colors in a Room
While it is common to paint a room only one color, it can be tasteful to use multiple colors in a room for a unique appearance.
One of the most typical ways to split colors in a room is to use natural breaks such as a ceiling or corner, but here are some additional ideas for using different colors in a room:
1. Create an Accent Wall.
- Painting an accent wall by using a color that either contrasts or coordinates with the main room color creates a nice focal point. If you use this method, make sure the wall you choose to paint differently is one you want to be accented (such as a wall with a mantle or fireplace).
2. Paint in Parallel.
- To paint a room in parallel means painting the alternate surfaces of a room the same color. In a standard four-wall room this would mean that the opposite walls are the same color and the adjacent walls are different colors. Some painting professionals and designers use this technique to create a sense of movement in smaller rooms, such as a bedroom or study.
3. Use Chair Rail.
- Using chair rail is a great way to split colors horizontally in a room. Generally you would use a darker color on the lower portion of the wall, and a neutral color on the top. This technique works best in the Dining Room or Kitchen.
4. Paint the Ceiling a Color Other than White.
There are three basic options for color choices on your ceiling:
- Paint the ceiling a lighter shade of the wall color. This technique is good for shorter rooms since it tends to heighten a room.
- Paint the ceiling a darker shade of the wall color. This method is good for tall rooms since it visually lowers the ceiling.
- Paint the ceiling a different, coordinating color, making the ceiling a focal point.
One caution with painting the ceiling a non-white color is that a house can feel disjointed from room to room if the ceilings are different from each other. Therefore, we recommend consulting with a professional before painting your ceilings.
George Apap Painting is the most trusted and dependable painting company in the counties of Westchester, Dutchess, Putnam and Fairfield. Schedule an estimate with us by calling 845-878-3444 or book an appointment online; it would be our pleasure to serve you.
