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5 colors to avoid & alternatives to consider when painting a small room.

  1. Swap blue for light blue.

    Used in decorating for centuries, serene dark blues are enduringly popular, harmonizing with many hues for gloriously diverse results. However, use dark blue in a small room, and you could be turning your space into a claustrophobic cavern. Try decorating  in its palest variations.   Sky blue shades can add such joy to a modest home with their inherent freshness but just be careful they don’t appear too chilly as the natural light will have a big impact on their perception.’ ‘To get the best out of a blue like this, pair it with neutrals to give it a chance to sing

  2. Switch out grey in favour of grey green

    ‘Psychologically, pure gray doesn’t have any positive qualities ‘Most of us feel low and want to hibernate when surrounded by gray.’ A feeling that is only amplified in a small room. But if you still love gray, there are still certain shades of gray that look fresh and contemporary. In fact  a gray-green color palette  creates a sense of calm in a small home.Timeless, elegant, calming – there is a lot to love about painting with a serene gray-green in a small room.

  3. Avoid a stressful red & opt for subtle pink

    Red room ideas can be too intense for small rooms. This rich color reminds us of danger and is known to be the known to be the most stressful color  in history. It is strong, aggressive, and stimulating, which is why it is often used in warning signs and traffic signals. Physically, red can induce reactions in the body that are similar to stress responses, such as increased heart rate, heightened senses, and higher body temperature, which is why it is best avoided when choosing a paint color for small rooms. Instead, many designers advise decorating with pink. Warm and inviting, rosy shades make a versatile and beautiful backdrop for bolder accent colors. Pink is also an excellent paint color choice for small rooms as it doesn’t distract or stimulate the brain.

  4. Replace white with a designer approved beige

    Instead, interior designers are shifting their attention to neutrals, such as beige, taupe, stone, and sand. A beige color scheme offers infinite possibilities for making spaces feel light and relaxing, refined and timeless, or elegantly sophisticated. Using a neutral tone while avoiding a minimal or stark atmosphere is a delicate balancing act between the natural light, artificial lighting and the other textures and tones used throughout.

  5. Do away with exhausting orange in favor of cocooning colors.

    Bright colors like orange, red, and yellow tend to draw attention away from furnishings and accessories and often feel alarming. While orange evokes cheerfulness, energy and optimism in a children’s room, in a small room, this vibrant shade can quickly lead to mental exhaustion.  
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