Questions To Ask Yourself Before Deciding on a Paint Color

At CertaPro Painters® of Pinehurst-Fayetteville we see a lot of customers struggle when it comes to deciding on a paint color for their exterior. While it may seem like a simple task, it can be easy to become stressed once you are standing in front of hundreds of colors, shades and finishes. Our team put together some things that may help the process go smoother.

Some Things to Consider:

When deciding on a paint color for the exterior or interior of your home there are a few key questions you may want to ask yourself to ensure you are choosing the best color for you home.

If painting the interior:

1. Will this color go well with my existing furniture pieces. Chances are you aren’t planning on buying new furniture to match your freshly painted walls. So, it is best to take into consideration what colors are already inside your home and go from there.
2. How does this color make me feel? It may seem like a silly question to ask yourself but it is actually the most important one. Sometimes we fail to realize how much color impacts our mood. Do you have a more creative spirit that thrives when looking at bright hues such as yellow and orange? Are you more simplistic and prefer a completely neutral room that allows for relaxation? Are you a mix of both and would like neutral paint color paired with bold furniture pieces? No matter which category you fall under, it’s important to know yourself before diving in to the paint colors.
3. How will this color look once painted on every single wall in my home? A common mistake we see is home owners not being able to visualize how the color will look in the space. This is completely understandable as colors can look very different on a tiny paint swatch than when painted all over the wall. We recommend doing a sample on a fairly large portion of one of the walls in your home.

If painting the exterior: 

1. Does this color give a good first impression? This question will have a variety of different answers depending on who you ask. You may not think it, but the color of paint on the exterior of a house can speak to the the type of family that lives inside. There is nothing wrong with picking a neutral for the exterior of your home. But maybe you want to think outside the box? A yellow exterior can be perceived as a fun happy and welcoming home. While shades of blue can be perceived as a relaxing and peaceful home. Whatever color you decide on, make sure it speaks to you and your family!
2. Does it clash with the houses around me? This is a huge one! If you live in close proximity to other houses, take note of what color their exteriors are. You don’t want to choose the same exact color and you also don’t want it to clash.

If you want to call in the pro’s to help with your interior or exterior painting project, give us a call today at 800-462-3782! We would be be happy to help. You can also schedule a free, no obligation quote by clicking here.