Color-It-Yourself
Paint color tips and tricks to help you find that perfect color for your next project.
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Great Looks are in the Details
Increase your home's curb appeal by focusing on stain accents such as fencing, deck trim and shutters.
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Adding Color in Unexpected Places
Use vibrant paint colors to brighten utilitarian spaces such as garages, workshops, laundry rooms and breezeways.
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It's ok to Color Outside the Lines
Making nurseries and kids' rooms can be fun for adults too by being playful and adventurous with paint colors.
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Identify Targets of Opportunity
Look to closets, pantries, cabinets and other targets of opportunity to give your home a simple, creative addition.
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Beyond White is Bright
Try using warm colors instead of plain white to bring more character to the room while still brightening it up.
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When to Choose Your Colors
Whether you're matching your paint color to window treatments, bedding or other accessories, choose your paint color last.
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Mouldings & Trim Use 'em or Lose 'em
Accentuate trim or mouldings by using a lighter or darker contrast colors. Hide trim or mouldings by using the color of the wall.
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Choosing the White that's Just Right
Use tinted whites to create a warm and inviting feeling in place of plain white paint.