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February 21, 2007
The Impact of Paint Color in Your Living Space
The Impact of Paint
Color in Your Living Space
The words "paint" and
"personality" aren't often used together, but they certainly could
be. “Studies show that paint and room color can have an effect on the body and
mind”, states Debbie Zimmer, color and decorating expert with the Rohm and Haas
Paint Quality Institute. “By understanding the impact of color, consumers can
better incorporate the hues that help create the desired living space mood and
setting that best suits their family and personal lifestyle.”
When repainting a room, here are some simple guidelines you
should know about the hues you might use:
• Red
packs a wallop, physiologically speaking, increasing blood pressure, heartbeat
and energy in most people. It instills feelings of intimacy and passion. Red
also increases the appetite, which explains why it is used so often in
restaurants, and why it can be a good choice for a formal dining room.
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• Yellow
is also warm and welcoming, but it is more attention- getting than either red
or orange. For this reason, it is a good paint color to use in poorly lit
foyers or dark hallways.
• Blue,
which is part of the cool color palette, makes us feel calm and tranquil, so it
is ideal for use in bedrooms. But since blue works as an appetite suppressant
(perhaps because there are few blue foods) it is not the best option for a
dining room ... unless you're on a diet.
• Green
is another relaxing color that is much more versatile than blue. Light greens
are ideal for bedrooms and living rooms; midtones are good for kitchens and
dining rooms (many foods are green). Also, because green is calming, it is
often used in hospitals, workplaces and schools.
• Violet
is a tricky color, psychologically speaking. Many adults dislike purples, but
are fond of the rose family, which can work in many rooms, including dining rooms,
bedrooms and libraries. Young children, on the other hand, respond favorably to
violet, so this color can be used successfully in children's bedrooms and play
areas.
Artilce from Homeownersnet.com
