How Do I Know If My Home Needs Painting?

Most homes in the Pacific Northwest need at least some exterior repainting every 5-6 years, although with advances in the quality of paints and siding materials, we are now seeing many paint jobs performed by quality contractors lasting even longer.

When it comes to interior painting, the desire to brighten up or add color to your home is normally the biggest driver for a new paint job. Many people are shocked to find what a difference a coat of clean, crisp white paint or a exciting selection of different colors can make to the feel of their home.

Choosing The Right Color For Your Project

Quick, what’s your favorite color? Red? Blue? Green? Why, then, are most if not all of the rooms in your home painted white? The fastest, least expensive way to personalize any room, whether it’s a den or a child’s bedroom, is to paint it with a deep, strong color. Here’s a couple of color-by-color facts and tips:

• Black and white creates high contrast and drama. The combination works well for either classic or contemporary rooms. This striking color team is also a classic choice for the bathroom.
• Blue is the world’s favorite color. It’s cool and serene, the color of sky and water, and works anywhere.
• Browns and terra cotta are earthy, solid and warm. They’re a great choice for family rooms.
• Green is the color of the outdoors. It’s leafy, restful, stable and tranquil. Because it recedes, it’s a great backdrop for large spaces, such as a living or family room. Green covers better than red, yellow, and orange do.
• Purple and violet have long been associated with richness, royalty, and ceremony. Purple works well in public spaces of the home.
• Red is dynamic and signifies warmth. It also creates a cozy, cheerful room. It works well in dining rooms.
• Yellow brings a smile to your face; it’s the color spring. Yellow is terrific teamed with white and blue. It is best used in small doses. Possible candidates for this color include a breakfast room or sun porch.