Choosing Paint Colors

Painting a room can be a big project if you don't know where to begin. I have some advice. Colors are only limited by your imagination. A good paint store can match just about any shade. As a rule of thumb, light colors will make a room appear bigger and cooler, where dark colors will bring the walls in and give it a cozy feeling. If you're not sure what paint type you need, flat paints give a smooth, uniform finish to a wall. It is best for ceilings, living rooms, halls and bedrooms, and it can be washed gently. An eggshell finish looks like a flat paint straight on, but has a texture if you look at it from an angle. It is more washable than flat paint and stands up well in a child's room. Finally, try a semi-gloss paint in bathrooms, kitchens and on cabinets and woodwork. It is very durable and will stand up to repeated washings and some mild scrubbing.