Among the factors to consider when choosing a color to paint your walls, the following stand out: the intensity of the natural light that enters the room, the size of the space, the type of lighting and the type of room. By observing these elements it will be much easier to choose the color for your home and take that step to carry out the renovation that you have thought of.

Dimensions

If the room is small, it is best to choose colors that are not intense; in these cases it is always better to select cold tones than warm ones. If you want to give it a twist and paint with an accent color, or a little more striking, it is best to use it on the walls perpendicular to those with windows, so that natural light reflects on them.

Natural light

Only the size of the windows, it is also important to consider how much light enters the room. If you have sun for many hours a day, you can choose darker colors, but if only light enters, it is better to select neutral tones.

Artificial light

The type of lighting you have in the room is also a key factor when thinking about home colors.

For example, a warm or cold color can be even more so with an LED light with the same characteristics. Meanwhile, the halogen spotlights provide a white light that enhances the tones.

The type of room

The room is also a factor that can help you choose the best color to paint your walls. For example, it is not the same to paint a study as a bedroom, or the kitchen and the living room.

Although there are no color rules for each space, it is important to take its nature into account; In a bathroom, colors that provide a feeling of calm and cleanliness are often favorites. in a living room you can experiment with an accent shade on one wall to enhance an element, while in a study it is better to use an uplifting color like deep green or mustard.

the type of paint

In the same way that there are exterior paints, there are exterior and interior paints that we can recommend for different types of spaces. For example, there are products on the market in the best stores in the industry that provide paint that does not contain lead, has great performance and hiding power, and is easy to apply in rooms and corridors; which makes the job of remodeling and decorating easier and faster.

Likewise, there are water-based products, ideal for kitchens and bathrooms due to their anticorrosive protection and high resistance to humidity.

Finish

The paint finish can be a subtle, but significant touch to the paint on the walls. If you don't know if a matte paint is better than a satin one, one way to guide you is with the texture of the surface.

If the wall you are going to paint is completely smooth, a satin paint may be the best choice, while matt paint can hide imperfections, but it all depends on the style you want to print to your spaces.

personal style

In taste genres are broken, and the decoration trend that you lean towards can help you choose the best color for your home. For example, if you like spaces that are not so overloaded, you may like the minimalist or Nordic style, with cold and light colors.

If you have a penchant for vintage, then the most intense colors such as greens, pinks, oranges, will be perfect in the atmosphere you are looking for.

The furniture

The furniture in your spaces goes hand in hand with the style you prefer, they can even guide you on the type of decoration that best suits you. From the bookcases, the coffee tables, to the lamps, all are elements that must be harmonized and complemented with the colors of the home paint.

For example, if you want a painting or piece of furniture to stand out, then you can experiment with an accent color on the wall it's on. On the contrary, if it is a large space with little furniture and you want that clean atmosphere to remain, the softer tones will be the best option.

The roof counts too.

Traditionally the ceiling is painted in neutral tones or white, but if you add color, you can give a room, living room, study, or any space more personality.

If you choose the same color for a wall and the ceiling, you will make the dimensions of the space undefined, which will also make it appear larger, if the tone is not too intense.

By considering these elements, color choice will be easier, and with the right paint, it will be simpler and a quicker task to finish than you might think. At 3A Remodeling, we can give you tips and tricks to paint your house in the most practical way and that in the end the result is just as you imagine.