Do fail-safe paint colours really exist? Depending on a home's style and decor scheme, most design experts find they can rely on one or two colours for brilliant results. We've unlocked a few of these sacred colours from five design professionals -- read on to discover their tried-and-true favourite paints.
"Benjamin Moore's Willow (CC-542) is my favourite brown. It pairs perfectly with classic neutrals and even trendy accent colours like pink and aqua. I've used it to paint wooden handrails inside the house and out, and it also made a stunning appearance on all four walls in a small powder room. For the less daring, it makes a fabulous accent wall."
-- Sharon Grech, colour and design manager for Central Canada, Benjamin Moore.
"A colour that never disappoints me is Slipper Satin (2004) from Farrow & Ball. Just like the name says, the colour closely resembles an antique satin slipper. It's the perfect off-white choice for built-in cabinetry."
-- Lisa Worth, interior designer, The Drapery Room, Aurora, Ont.
"My favourite accent colour is Benjamin Moore's Abyss (2128-20). I've used this rich grey-black with a blue undertone on fireplace walls for high contrast and a snap of unexpected colour. It looks great on interior doors against white trim. I've also rejuvenated an old mirror frame and a piece of wood furniture with it too!"
-- Lara Neal, Lara Neal Design, Toronto.
5 Comments
General Paint has an awesome range of colors available in their designer kit. Color matching is also available at most paint stores now so if you ask them for a specific company's paint color they may be able to color match it for you in another brand.
Most paint companies will sell their fan decks (all the paint chips together) for around $20. This way you can see the colors right away when referenced in a magazine. You could also compare the chip to ones found in another paint company, and try to get one as close as possible to match the designer color. This saves alot of running back and forth to the paint store, and helps when shopping for accesories, etc. to match!
I am sure there are quite a few people around who do not like boring beige or off white on their walls. My walls are painted in a soft orangey brown suede leather faux finish, and I have had many compliments about the look of them.
Even better would be a reality check to the designers that not everyone can afford $50 - $60 per gallon for paint. Even if I could, I do not have the resources with only Beauti-tone and General Paint available in my hometown. The nearest major centre is 5 hours away so local resources would be much appreciated too!!
a sample of the color would be great. benjamin moores abyss? what is that?