How to choose colour schemes for your interior decor

Whichever colour you choose from a room within your home will affect the style of decor you select as well as what window furnishings you choose. Colours can help to create different illusions, establish an overall theme and also develop the mood and feel within a room. It is important to stick to basic colour themes, sometimes too much colour can result in a ‘cluttered’ look.

Here are some tips on what colours to use depending on what you wish to achieve;

Spacious

If you want a room to look bigger and like it has more space stick to lighter, neutral colours such as greys, white or cream.

Intimate

To create an intimate feel for a large room use darker colours such as blacks, deep blue or purple.

Lively

For those who want to liven up a room such as an entertainment area choose bright colours such as red, orange or yellow.

Relaxing

When aiming to achieve a relaxing mood for a bedroom or bathroom aim to use cool colours such as pale blue or green.

It can often be difficult to choose the right shades for your desired look. Design magazines often have great tips on when to use what colours and where, however another great option when it comes to choosing colours is using the colour wheel.

How to choose colour schemes for your interior decor Some basic tips to using the colour wheel;

The above are some options and ideas to think about when trying to decide on the perfect colours within your home. Remember to choose colours that you like and are personally drawn to, as you will be the one who has to look at them most frequently.