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Choosing Paint
Colors
Things You'll Need
 Color Swatches
Measuring Tape
Pad of Paper
Pencil
Solution:
Painting a room can be a big project if you don't know
where to begin. I have some advice.
Choose a color; they're only limited by your imagination.
A good paint store can match just about any shade.
A rule of thumb, light colors will make a room appear
bigger and cooler, where dark colors will bring the walls
in and give it a cozy feeling.
If you're not sure what paint type you need, flat paints
give a smooth, uniform finish to a wall. It is best for
ceilings, living rooms, halls and bedrooms, and it can be
washed gently. An eggshell finish looks like a flat paint
straight on, but has a texture if you look at it from an
angle. It is more washable than flat paint and stands up
well in a child's room. Finally, try a semi-gloss paint in
bathrooms, kitchens and on cabinets and woodwork. This
paint is very durable and will stand up to repeated
washings and some mild scrubbing. |
