Choosing the right colours for a bedroom

One has to give a lot of thought while selecting the paint for their bedroom, as bedroom colors are the gateway to proper rest and good night’s sleep. There is no other room as personal as a bedroom, and there is no reason why you shouldn’t create an individual style and atmosphere you desire. Some people go for lighter shades, while others like to add pop of colours. Based on the bedroom theme and the overall interior design elements of your home, choose a colour scheme. Keep in mind that warm colors tends to create a stimulating effect and appeals the eye, while cool colors—such as blue green through blue violet, most grays produces the calming and relaxing effect. However, there’s a lot of variation on the color spectrum. Here are a few tips that will help you choose the right colour for your bedroom.

∙         Decorating magazines and the latest articles will help you understand the trending wall paint and wall designs. Based on your bedroom type, and your primary design theme choose a colour palate. Some paint companies have come with online room planner and app to help you make the right paint choice.

∙         It is very important that the paint of your bedroom matches the other areas as your room is an extension of the entire home. Also consider the furniture, accessories and the size of the bedroom.

∙         Natural light flow is another factor you should keep in mind. If the room doesn’t have proper natural light it is best that you go for lighter paint colours as it will make your bedroom look spacious and lighter.

∙         Using the color wheel is always a good idea. It gives you a visual impression and you can mix and match different color tones and shades, for a naturally balanced room.

∙         Grey is the trending shade and very popular bedroom shade. It goes with any style interior as it’s chameleon-like quality allows the color to appear either warm or cool. You will be amazed to see how it compliments with pastels and crazy colours.

∙         Use the Rule of 60-30-10. It is best to incorporate this rule and divide the colors into components of 60 percent of a dominant color (walls), 30 percent of a secondary color (furnishing/upholstery) and 10 percent of an accent color (furniture and accessories). This ratio ensures that the colors are properly balanced and it achieves the desired effect.

Now that you know a few trickst to picking the right shade, here are important details of how colour works and how you can use it to the best.

Neutrals

Beige, ivory, taupe, black, gray and white are the most popular neutral shades for a bedroom. You can use different hues of the neutrals to create a varied look or even add textures and patterns to it. Neutrals work well with other color and you can choose furnishing, bedding and curtains of other shades without overpowering the vibe of the room.

You can also play with undertones of the neutral shades. Figure out the atmosphere you want to create and choose either warm or cool undertones. Your interior designer can provide different colour possibilities and help you pick the right shades.

Pastels

Pastel colors are wonderful for bedrooms whether it is for kids or adults. You will find a wide range of pastel paint colors from soft blues, lavenders, greens, and pinks in the market. These are known for their relaxing and warm effect. If you have bright accessories and wooden furniture, pastel wall paints are the best pick.

Bright Colors

Bright colors are not always recommended for the bedroom. However, if you want to try something bold, you can always paint a part of the wall with a bright shade which matches with the light primary wall colour. You can even choose undertones of bright shades that are not too bold.

There are different wallpapers and wall art that can transform your bedroom. For children’s bedroom, you can add glow in the dark stickers to the wall. There are countless ways to add charm and warmth to the bedroom, so be sure to have a theme and style beforehand.  

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