Here are a few ways to use neutrals to your advantage to create a space that\u2019s anything but vanilla\u00a0(unless you\u2019ve selected\u00a0French Vanilla 7118<\/a>\u00a0by Sherwin-Williams).<\/p>\n If your design taste isn\u2019t cookie-cutter, you may have considered showing off your unique style with a statement piece of furniture. What holds many back from purchasing that bright yellow living room chair they\u2019ve had bookmarked for months or one of the colorful, floral rugs pinned to their Pinterest inspiration board is the looming concern that \u201cthis just won\u2019t match with anything.\u201d There are a lot of reasons why neutrals work in a room, and the desire for that bold, colorful dream piece of furniture is one of them.<\/p>\n If you\u2019ve fallen for a couch or accent piece in an unconventional color, go for what you love. Choosing soft neutral colors as a backdrop for your interior paint project will give your walls a fresh, clean look without drawing attention away from your statement-making pop of color.<\/p>\n Opposites really do attract when it comes to neutrals and colors. Mixing neutral walls with colorful decor allows your personality pieces to show off their unique and distinct assets. A good neutral wall will become the foundation of your design scheme if you\u2019re looking to display colorful antiques, flower pots or vases, graphic pillows, or large artwork, among any other personal treasures you could be interested in showing off.<\/p>\n Neutral interior paint colors create a landscape for other pops of color or creative design elements to tell their own color story without the distraction of a vibrant or dark-colored wall. The decor doesn\u2019t just have to be in the living room, either.<\/p>\n A kitchen could have a colorful tile backsplash, a bold choice of cabinet hardware, or even a unique pigment in poured concrete countertops. A wall collage of family photos may be the focal point in a hallway or master bedroom. Sometimes the color story doesn\u2019t come from the wall itself. Instead, let a fresh professional painting project complement your favorite pieces of decor.<\/p>\n Any interior designer will tell you that texture is key to creating a dynamic and inviting space. A textural element in a room could be the velvet of a pillow or throw, the shine on a floor tile, a wooden furniture piece, or a woven wall hanging. These textures can easily disappear into the background when a bright wall greets you as soon as you enter a room. But when paired with a neutral wall, these decorative elements and textural additions get the attention they deserve.<\/p>\n For example, a visually interesting bathroom with textures like a soft mat, rustic towel ladder, or decorative plant will appear more inviting when set against a neutral color, like\u00a0Feather Down<\/u><\/a>\u00a0by Benjamin Moore. Those little textural touches can really make a room come alive.<\/p>\n Have you ever looked\u00a0through your closet and wondered how that shirt ended up on a hanger of yours? Your fashion aesthetic can change just as quickly as your design tastes. What makes a neutral color palette so great is that there\u2019s\u00a0very little\u00a0painter\u2019s remorse.<\/p>\n If you decide you want to switch up your interior design, it\u2019s much easier to update your existing bedding, artwork, or rug than to have to paint the entire room. Neutrals can also work with any style. If your tastes have changed from contemporary to rustic or minimal to bohemian chic, a neutral backdrop makes it simple to adapt.<\/p>\n Painting the interior<\/a> or exterior<\/a> of your home with a neutral color is also a wise choice if you are currently selling or think you will soon put your home on the market.\u00a0According to experts,\u00a0neutrals sell homes.<\/p>\n These neutral colors help people better visualize themselves living in your space. Light blue bathrooms with a gray-blue tint can add to the appeal of the living space. While in living rooms, light taupes and a black front door can add a pleasant color scheme and create an inviting environment when viewed by you or others.<\/p>\n Not only are neutrals a smart choice now to adapt to your changing tastes, but they\u2019re also a wise investment for the long run if you decide to\u00a0sell.<\/p>\n CertaPro Painters\u00ae<\/sup> of Palatine, IL provides a range of custom interior painting services, allowing for a smooth and seamless\u00a0experience\u00a0with exceptional results. When you’re ready to get started with your painting project simply schedule a free estimate online<\/a> or call us at 847-221-6555<\/a>, you’ll be glad you did!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Taking a neutral stance can, in fact, produce a bold result. Selecting neutral paint colors for your\u00a0home painting project allows\u00a0you to be incredibly versatile with design. 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<\/h3>\nA Backdrop for Other Color Stories<\/h3>\n
Find Your Soft Spot
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<\/h3>\nNeutrals Are a Wise Investment for Now\u2026<\/h3>\n
…and Also a Wise Investment for Later<\/h3>\n