Kitchen and Bath – so many colors to choose from

Feature #30, March 24, 2010

Need some tips on how to choose colors for your kitchen or bathroom? We showed you some great color combinations a few days ago. Today, more good news for you! Apartment Therapy has 10 Tips for choosing the right colors. – Article by Misty Adair

1. Pick colors that you love and that you respond to emotionally. Juicy yellow in the kitchen might be invigorating for one person and crazy-making for another (like the character in Gilman’s Yellow Wallpaper).

2. Don’t be afraid to go with brighter or more saturated paint colors in the kitchen or bathroom. Usually there is very little empty wall space and the paint color becomes a border around the cabinets, appliances and woodwork. The right paint color can make these items pop, like the right frame for artwork.

3. Be prepared to be flexible and make compromises. As you go through the process of selecting all the colors and finishes, your plan will be constantly revised.

4. Choose one element to launch your color palette, but don’t buy that item until all accompanying selections have been fully researched. For example, use hand-painted tiles as an inspiration but don’t purchase them until you know you have coordinating countertops and flooring.

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