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Which Room Color Do I Choose First?
When you are painting your entire house, the process of selecting colors can be a bit overwhelming. In order for all the colors to blend together nicely, it is vital that you put some thought into the layout of colors.
If possible, it is smart to pick the foyer and hallway colors first and then work from there. The color you choose for the hallways serves as a common thread that weaves the entire house color-scheme together. The color used for the foyer, stairway or hallway is called the foundation color, and it is typically a light or neutral color. After you pick the connecting-room colors, you can choose the main-room colors accordingly.
Of course, if you have your heart set on a certain color for a specific room, then by all means, use that color; but usually this method is more difficult to work with. If you pick the distinct room colors first (such as the Living Room or Dining room), it might be harder to come up with connecting colors that blend the rooms nicely together.
Picking the foundation color first is always a good first move for choosing colors for the adjacent rooms. You can always choose more than one color for the hallway areas, but just make sure you choose colors tactfully if you decide to do multiple foundation colors.
If you follow these suggestions, your home will look spectacular. If you would like an estimate or if you would like help with your project give George Apap Painting a call at 845-878-3444.
