Spring Paint Colors For Your Remodel

 Even though it seems right now that the weather will never warm, Spring is not far away. Get a jump start on Spring fever with the following color trends.

"Green is symbolic of growth. It also embodies another word that's going to be extremely important in the next decade, and that's 'flexibility.' Green goes with anything — just look outside. It can work with what you already own, as well as anything you'd like to add. It can feel classic or contemporary. And it's restful. It makes me feel balanced." —SONU MATHEW: BENJAMIN MOORE CEDAR GREEN 2034-40

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Powder Blue Inspiration

 Do you love powder blue? Use this shade in your next remodel with inspiration from the following gallery.

6. Benjamin Moore Paint in Woodlawn Blue HC-147. benjaminmoore.com.

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What To Do With Your Crown Molding

 Are you planning on a home makeover, complete with new paint colors, but are unsure of what to do with your crown molding? Check out the following advice piece about crown moldings.

Not all cakes need icing, but they're arguably better with the sweet concoction. The same goes for a room decked in trim. It isn't essential, but crown molding goes a long way in achieving old-house charm. Here, we see what different styles of the trim—Federal, Greek Revival, Early American, Georgian, Colonial Revival, Traditional Revival and Craftsman—can do for your rooms.

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Exterior Paint Inspiration

 Exterior painting has reached a new level of design, with daring color combinations being used regularly. Take your home to the next level with the following interior paint inspiration gallery.

“Charleston is all about patina. As these colors wear over the years, they'll look even more beautiful than when they were first applied.”

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Cozy Sunrooms

 A sun room should be the warmest room in the home, and not just because it is covered in windows. Pick a paint color that reflects the mood you want for the room, decorate to highlight that feeling.

For three years, Lindsey Ellis Beatty ushered guests into her home through a front door that opened into an empty and unfinished sunroom. "I knew I couldn't tackle the room for a while, but the whole time, I was filling a decorating file in my head," she says. So when the time came to act, Lindsey knew the direction she would take. "My husband, Kevin, and I needed a grown-up space that reflected our personalities," she says, "and I wanted a 'wow factor' when I opened the door to guests."

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Tips For Picking A Paint Color

 When does it ever get easy to choose a paint color? First, you have to figure out why you are picking a certain shade, but there are many more steps following this.

Do you want a dining area to feel sociable and stimulating or appear formal and quiet? Warmer, contrasting and somewhat brighter colors add to a sociable atmosphere; deeper blue-greens and neutrals will give a more formal ambiance.

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Tranquil Colors For Your Bedroom

The bedroom should be one of the most tranquil in all of the house. Try light shades of blue and green, or go deeper on accent walls to create depth.

"I love this watery shade of blue because it promotes tranquility. The softer the blue, the more it will relax you and create a sense of calm and order." — Dina Manzo, host of HGTV's Dina's Party.

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Beautiful Bathrooms

 The bathroom in your house is either your pride and joy or a room you avoid using unless necessary. If you are in the latter group, make a change with a bathroom makeover. Get inspired with the following photo gallery...

Martin, Alabama, features lantern-style light fixtures, hidden medicine cabinets, and freestanding, antique oak washstands. Paint is Benjamin Moore's Weekend Getaway. Pendant from South of Market. Devon sconces by Vaughan. Shades by Conrad. Rug by Dash and Albert. Linen café curtain by Rogers & Goffigon. Stool from Bellewether.

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Bold Kitchens That Inspire

 Your kitchen should be your favorite room, a place that brings people together after a long tiring day. Consider paint shades that are outside of the box to ensure a bright, beautiful room that everyone will enjoy.

The blue candlesticks that inspired this East Moriches, New York, kitchen designed by Beth Martell and Enda Donagher are standing near Kohler's double sink, fitted with Rohl's Modern Architectural faucet. Alma chairs and counter stools by TK Collections. Billiard light by Ann-Morris Antiques.

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Pops Of Color In Your Living Room

 Explore creative boundaries by using pops of color in your interior design. That way you can see how the colors mesh with others before committing to paint color combinations.

The right color scheme can give traditional style a fresh update. Drawing on a foundation of traditional elements, such as white trim and beaded board, classic furniture shapes, and antique accents, an infusion of color gives this living room its own persona. The muted peachy yellow is a fail-proof alternative to basic beige. Repeating an accent color, in this case chartreuse, throughout a space delivers continuity. A consistent use of oatmeal color, on the sofa, rug, and dining room chairs, also provides a sturdy base for the room.

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Powerful Color Combinations

 Picking one paint color is daunting enough, but picking complimentary colors can be even more stressful. It may look good on the sample, but how can you tell if it will look good on your walls? Read the following on picking powerful color combinations...

Picture-perfect paint-color combinations result from up-front research, thoughtful planning, and sometimes a trial run or two. Ease the selection process by taking your color-combo cue from a patterned fabric, an oil painting, magazine images, or snapshots of your travels. Study your inspiration piece to determine in what proportions your favored colors appear to get a feel for which you want to use as your primary, secondary, and accent hues.

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Exotic Paint Hues

 Have you chosen a remodel in lieu of a vacation this year? Turn your own home into an exotic destination with the following paint colors...

"You'll see this shade of Prussian blue in butterflies, Orientalist paintings, or Turkish robes, and the way we used it in this dining room — with canary yellow and coral — feels very exotic. The lacquer finish changes the color and gives it body and depth. It glistens. The atmosphere is luxurious and rich, like a sultan's palace." —Alex Papchristidis

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Living Room Design Ideas

 Did you make a New Year's Eve resolution to change up your living room? We can help with the painting aspect, and will continue to deliver design inspiration like the following...

You can mix old and new, formal and casual, neutral and bold to make an inviting and comfortable space. A neutral-toned sofa and armchair introduce contemporary lines while custom draperies add a touch of tradition.

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