Using Light and Dark Home Paint Colors

1. one of the best ways to add drama and interest to a room, is to use variety in color values. But here's a caveat: too much value variation can look jumpy and uneven.

2. to create a calming and soothing atmosphere, keep most of the colors at a similar value. Just remember there is a fine line between a calm paint color scheme and a bland/boring one.

3.if you want to make a small room seem bigger, keep contrast between walls, ceiling and trim colors to a minimum.

4. contrasts in color value attract attention - keep this in mind when painting vents, electrical plates, radiators and other potential eyesores.




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