The best and worst! Paint colors for every room
Colors have a proven psychological effect on our moods. The colors we choose for our homes have a proven influence on our overall quality of life.
Bedrooms
For the bedroom, it is best to choose peaceful, relaxing colors that will help provide a good night’s sleep.
BEST: BLUE AND GREEN
Blue evokes a sense of calm, lowers blood pressure, respiration rate and anxiety levels. Green makes people feel serene, comforted and refreshed and stimulates fertility.
WORST: DARK PURPLE, ORANGE, AND YELLOW
Dark purple stimulates vivid dreams and nightmares. Bold orange is said to make people feel excited or energized making it a better color for an exercise room. Yellow can make people feel hungry.
Kitchen
A kitchen is a place for happiness and community. Choose a color that will inspire you to cook and want to spend quality time with loved ones.
BEST: YELLOW, EARTH TONES, WHITE
Yellow tends to make people feel happy, optimistic and inspired. It activates the metabolism to make you feel hungry. Rich browns emulate the color of the earth which can be associated the fresh food we eat.
WORST: BRIGHT ORANGE AND RED
Stay away from these colors if you are watching your weight. These colors stimulate appetite.
Bathrooms
A bathroom is a place for self-care. Choose colors that make you feel relaxed, refreshed and confident.
BEST: LIGHT GREEN, LIGHT BLUE, AND BLUSH
These are great choices for the bedroom also. Blush pinks are flattering to all skin tones and make people feel warmer after stepping out of the tub.
WORST: NEON, DARK PURPLES, BLUES, AND REDS
These colors are too bold for the bathroom and won’t stand the test of time. They will also make the bathroom seem even smaller.