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How To Choose Interior Paint Colors For Your Home

Derek Obringer • December 2, 2022

Choosing the interior right paint color can be overwhelming. It’s important to consider your home’s architecture, color of the granite countertops, furniture, and other decorative elements when selecting an interior wall color. 


Here are some tips to help you choose the right interior paint colors for your home: 


Start With Neutral  Colors

1. Start with a neutral base. Neutral colors such as whites, grays and beiges are a great way to start when selecting interior paint colors. These colors can help create continuity throughout the home and provide a backdrop for the other colors you choose. Having full rooms with darker more intense colors, can really effect the mood  and feel of the room in a negative way. It can also change the perceived size of the room. Most people will not want to make to make their space appear smaller, unless cozy is the desired vibe.

living room with neutral colored interior walls

Create Contrast

2. Create contrast with accent walls. Accent walls are a great way to add some drama to your space. Choose a bolder color to contrast with the neutral colors. This can be an opportunity to experiment with colors that you wouldn’t normally use in your home. 

living room with a dark green accent wall to create contrast

Consider The Room's Lighting

3. Consider the room’s use and lighting. Different rooms in your home will have different functions and require different colors. For example, bedrooms are often considered relaxing spaces and may benefit from softer colors like blues or greens, whereas kitchens might be more vibrant with brighter colors like reds or oranges. Additionally, natural light can change the way paint looks, so it’s important to consider the amount of natural light a room gets before choosing a color. 

A well lit room with sun coming in the window that affects the interior wall's paint color

Match  Colors To Furniture And Decorations

4. Pull colors from other elements in the room. If you’re having trouble deciding on a wall color, try looking at your furniture or decorative pillows for inspiration. For example, if you have a navy blue sofa, you may want to select a wall color from the same family. 


By following these tips, you can choose the perfect interior paint colors for your home that will create a beautiful and inviting atmosphere. With a little bit of research and experimentation, you’ll be able to find the right paint colors for your home and make it the showpiece you’ve always wanted.


Room wall paint colors that match the tones and shades of the decorations in the room.

Professional Interior Painting Services in Pittsburgh


At Obringer's Painting & Remodeling, we offer interior residential painting services to help you transform your home! Contact us today to get started on your next painting project. 


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Author: Derek Obringer


Owner & Founder of Obringer's Painting and Remodeling, Derek Obringer brings attention to detail, together with experience, and superior customer service into each and every home that his company does work.

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