Favorite Paint Colors: Behr Paint

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Wednesday, March 26, 2014

Red Tomato and Blue Jewel

Dresser paint color: Red Tomato by Behr

Wall paint color: Blue Jewel by Behr
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Thursday, March 20, 2014

Friday, January 24, 2014

Hey everyone, I hope you are having a great Friday! Today I am answering a paint color question from a dear reader Liza . She wrote:
“I came across your blog in search for the perfect paint color for our living room. We've bought over 20 samples and have even painted it twice. We just can't seem to find the right color.
The color we have on there right now is too dark; it's Mariner by Martha Stewart (Glidden). Our closest store is Home Depot so Behr is our brand of choice. What would you recommend? We want something lighter that ties in the stone and flooring. We have an open floor plan too which opens into our kitchen (another project in waiting).
Any recommendations? Your opinion would be greatly welcomed.”
Sound familiar to anyone? I’m so glad Liza contacted me and sent me her pictures. I love looking at the possibilities of a room and imagining the transformation that a simple paint color can make. Everyone has different tastes and style, but here are a few of my suggestions:
1. Lighten Up: You’ve got a beautiful open space and the more light you have, the more open your room will feel. The first place to start, which you already know, is to lighten up your paint color. If you like the shade you have, but just think it’s just too dark, you could always try colors above your current paint color on the paint deck.
2. Choose Colors From Your Room: If you want a completely different look but you’re not sure where to start, look at the colors that are already in your room. You have tans, beiges, grays, and browns. Pick a tan, beige, etc. that you are drawn to and go from there.
3. Look at Your Color Tones: Look at the tones that come from the room you are painting. Do you want to bring those out, or do you want to subdue them? From this picture, I can see tones from each primary color. I see mostly yellow tones from the stones, some red from the wood, and a hint of blue coming out from some of the darker stone. If you have access to a paint deck from Behr, you can see that the neutrals are divided into three categories: yellow-toned neutrals, red-toned neutrals, and blue-toned neutrals. Personally, I would try and pick from the yellow-toned neutrals to add more warmth and to bring out the “gold” tones from the fireplace. Red-toned neutrals may look too pink in this room and although you have blue on the walls right now, I think the yellow-tones would add more warmth and light, therefore giving your room a more open and airy feel.
Based on those three criteria, here a few samples I have come up with from the Behr paint deck.

Wheat Bread by Behr

Ocean Pearl by Behr

Oat Straw by Behr

Pebble Stone by Behr

Harvest Brown by Behr

One other color that I would suggest that is not from Behr, but can be color matched, is Kilim Beige from Sherwin Williams. I saw a similar room with almost identical stone and wood that was painted a light green. After many paint samples, Kilim Beige became the chosen color and it looked perfect with the wood and stone. It wasn’t too heavy, didn’t have any crazy undertones, it added warmth and made the room feel bigger.

I hope this gives you a good place to start, Liza. I am anticipating a new room reveal and can’t wait to see what you decide.

Any other suggestions from my awesome and talented readers? What you recommend Liza do?

Thanks so much for your input and have a great weekend!!

Friday, January 10, 2014

2014 Paint Color Trends {Benjamin Moore & Valspar}

Happy Friday everyone! Last month I featured Sherwin Williams color of the year, Exclusive Plum, and wanted to share with you a few more color trends for 2014.
Valspar just released their 2014 color outlook this week and it’s awesome! “In 2014, consumers will be redefining what matters and will feel a growing awareness of what’s important,” said Sue Kim, Valspar color strategist. “The Valspar 2014 Color Outlook draws on this trend, with color palettes that are inspired by how people are purposefully incorporating these redefined experiences into their daily lives.”

Valspar 2014 paint color trends - zenergy

“A movement has begun of simplifying our surroundings. Minimalism creates space for new energy. Restoration and balance inspire the Zenergy palette.” – Valspar

Valspar 2014 paint color trends - time traveler

“Reconnecting our stories with cultures and customs gone by has begun to influence modern living. Time Traveler puts a modern spin on classic style.” - Valspar

Valspar 2014 paint color trends - yours truly

“When imagination and reality collide, something beautifully imperfect happens. A focus on individual expression is at the heart of the Yours Truly palette.” – Valspar

What do you think? Any colors that jump out to you? I love the colors in “Zenergy”. So serene and calming to me.

Have you seen Benjamin Moore’s 2014 colors yet? I love the soft pastels this year.

Breath of Fresh Air - Color of the Year 2014

Benjamin Moore Color Trends - greens and earthy neutrals

Benjamin Moore Color Trends 2014 - pinks and neutrals

Benjamin Moore Color Trends 2014 - blue family

Benjamin Moore Color Trends 2014 - plums and lavender

Also, Behr has come out with their color trends for this year. Click on the picture below to see more inspiration and have a wonderful weekend. So glad it’s Friday!

Monday, December 30, 2013

Aqua Smoke

Aqua Smoke by Behr

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Remember my top 10 turquoise paint colors? Aqua Smoke is one of them, and here’s how it looks in this beautiful living room.
I feel like it’s been forever since I have posted, but oh how nice the break was last week. Hope everyone had a great Christmas. Looking forward to the New Year with you, my awesome readers! Have a great day!