Ever walked into a room and just felt sick? It could be the paint, and I don't mean the base. "Colour affects us unconsciously and can profoundly alter mood, appetite and energy levels," says Tammy Schnurr, of W Network's hit show Arresting Design. "Really, all facets of health -- physical, mental, and emotional -- are affected." There are no hard and fast rules to staying healthy colour-wise. "Some people find orange happy and energetic, while others associate it with dated and drab spaces," says Colour Confidential host Jane Lockhart. "Red is often associated with high energy or romantic moods, while green is said to make people calm and relaxed."
Bottom line: we can't tell you what colour will be best for your surroundings (you need to log some serious time with the paint chip aisle at your favourite retailer), but we can give you some pointers on how to make colour work in your home. Herewith, cast members and hosts from some of your favorite decor shows share their tips.
Take a trial run
Paint test patches of colour on your walls, or pin fabric samples onto your furniture. Spending some time with these "tests" will help you decide if you're on the right decorating track. Maybe you'll discover a certain colour looks fabulous by lamplight but is overbearing in full afternoon sun…the only way to find out is by experimenting. Candice Olson, Divine Design
Mock it up
Create a sample board with all proposed fabric swatches, paint chips and wallpaper samples. You can really visualize the big picture this way! Candice Olson, Divine Design
Small spaces
Light colours on the walls, floors and ceilings create the illusion of space. It's best to keep all four walls the same colour and inject warmth and interest with brightly coloured accessories. Tammy Schnurr, Arresting Design
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