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Wednesday, January 18, 2012

Why You Should Get a Second Opinion on Paint Color

Bad execution of a green-themed bedroom.
Bad execution of a green-themed bedroom.
Well executed green-themed bedroom.
Well executed green-themed bedroom.

When you walk into a room you will always get a vibe from the room, whether it is a kitchen, living room or bathroom. Primarily this vibe (or feeling) comes from the room decor, especially color. When a color is off in a room, you can tell; it might not be terribly unsightly, but when something doesn’t feel right in a room, usually you can attribute it to the color scheme.

As a painting company, we don’t want any homeowners to end up with a room that “just doesn’t feel right;” which is why we think it is important to get a second opinion on paint colors for your home.

With over 2,000 color options for paint, the choosing process can be a bit overwhelming; so not only is getting a second opinion smart, it also lightens the load of the decision by 50%. When you ask someone to help you with paint colors, make sure it is someone who knows you and your house well enough to know which colors will fit the personality of your family and your home.

Here are some additional reasons why you should get a second opinion on paint:

  • Time and money. Quality paint is expensive, so it isn’t worth winding up with gallons of useless paint. Additionally, it takes time to look into paint colors, purchase the paint, etc., so preferably you don’t want to get too far into the process with the wrong paint color.
  • Placement. Some colors are versatile for many different rooms, while others are appropriate for only few rooms. Sometimes it’s easy to overlook some common standards when faced with so many colors; having a second person helping ensures that you don’t oversight some color fundamentals.
  • Perception. Each person perceives colors slightly differently. Getting a second or third opinion will better your chances of picking a universally great color.

Since we don't usually aim to do major painting projects every year, it is worth it to get a second opinion on color and end up with a completed project you will be happy with for several years. 

If you are uncertain about color, let us know. Our color consultants at Hallco are experts at suggesting soothing comfortable colors, individual to each home; give us a call at 301-831-3679 to schedule a consultation.

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