The right color for the interior of your home is whatever color you like; however, if you don't feel confident in your ability to develop a harmonious color scheme, here are some tips to awaken your inner home-interior muse.

There are literally thousands, or perhaps even millions, of shades, hues and other variations of color "spokes" on the color wheel. It can be overwhelming, even intimidating, especially of you are a first-time home interior painter.

One way to simplify the process of choosing a color scheme is via shrewd manipulation of color hues. You might already be aware of the inherent impact colors and their hues have on us humans. They can make us feel happy or sad; manic or docile; annoyed or soothed; excited or laid back, which is why it's crucial to select the proper shade within a color family in order to set whatever mood it is you're going for in each room.

Here are some simple tips to help you achieve your desired mood altering color scheme:

  • The amount of intensity a color displays is directly related to the amount of pigment within it
  • Bright colors tend to create an energetic, upbeat mood; whereas dim or dull colors have a relaxing, more toned down aura
  • Adding white creates a pastel hue or tint, softening the color's intensity
  • Adding black creates a deep, dark color hue, commonly referred to as a shade
  • Adding grey creates a comforting, neutral tone of a color
  • Earth tones (generally brown and green color variations) give off a warm, outdoor vibe
  • Dim hues of blue emanate a cool-breeze aura
  • Manipulate color intensity through hue, shade, tint or tone
  • Visualize each room painted in different colors
  • Dark-colored rooms feel cozy, but also small
  • Change a color's tone with complimentary colors around it