Paint Colors That Should Never Be Used in Small Living Rooms

If you have a small living room, this can be a good thing. Smaller spaces feel more intimate and cozier and this is the perfect situation we want for living room. However, the paint color you choose for a small space can make or break it. CertaPro Painters® of Ellicott City has painted many living rooms of all sizes and we noticed a few colors that should be avoided in small spaces. Keep reading to find out the paint colors you should avoid when it comes to small living rooms.

• Red- This color is too intense for a small space. It will leave people feeling overwhelmed or even uncomfortable. You can use it as an accent color but don’t go overboard with it.
• White – A lot of people will say this is the best color to paint a small space because of the fact white paint can brighten up a space. Although this might be true, it can also emphasize the box shape of the room making shadows and corners stand out. Designers suggest a dark charcoal gray shade instead.
• Orange – Bright colors are a bold choice whether the room is large or small. But painting a small room orange can actually make it look like cheap and bounce light in an undesirable way.
• Yellow – Yellow is nice to use as an accent color, but you might not want to use it on the walls of a small room. It is overwhelming and should be used in moderation.
• Dark Shades – Lighter walls and lighter floors are best for a small room.
• No Dull Colors – Opt for clear and sharp ones instead.

Pay attention to the undertones. – If a paint as a colored undertone this will be obvious in a small space. For example, if you pick a gray shade that has a pink undertone, the pink will show and could clash with the other décor you have in the room. Make sure to test it out before you paint the entire room.

If you want to schedule an estimate for your living room painting project, contact us today. You can schedule a free, no obligation estimate online or by calling us. We look forward to talking to you soon!