Color 101

From Reds to Greens, Blues to Yellows, each color family has a certain personality and impact on the mood of a room.

Do you have a color you have always wanted to try, but weren't sure how or where to use it?

We have compiled some ideas and quick reference points for you to better understand the impact of certain color families, in the hope that you will feel inspired and emboldened to go ahead and try it!

Orange
Popular oranges today are described as red, metallic, brown or spicy
Paired with blues or purples, a spicier orange can be dramatic
Paired with reds and deep warm greens, orange can be exotic
Orange is exuberant, extroverted, active, and always cheerful

Brown
Associated with taste and sophistication
Brown is a sensual color
Seen as confident, yet restful and quiet
The comfort of brown will work for just about everyone

Red
Strongest color in the spectrum
Has the greatest emotional impact
Red resonates with passion, romance, energy and courage
Red is known to stimulate the appetite and conversation

Green
Soothing color because it reminds one of nature and health
A darker green has been said to promote concentration
A light green is fresh neutral
Popular color for the home beecause it is warm and cool at the same time

Yellow
Yellow works in almost any room, but don't underestimate the intensity of yellow
Brighter and stronger yellows are said to increase the attentiveness
Brightens areas with little sunlight
Let yellow radiate its warmth in your home

Blue
Blue is the color to create a sense of calm and tranquility
Associate with spas, vacations, and the many ways to pamper a hectic lifestyle
Beautiful way to add clarity to any color scheme
Blues with a little more yellow are as soothing as a seaside retreat

Neutrals
The true neutrals are white, gray, and black
The new neutrals are any color in a low-intensity shade
There are warm and cool neutrals
Use neutrals to accentuate color or texture in your decorating

Purple
Purples have a powerful connection with our romantic, sensual, & introspective sides
Since purple is everywhere in nature, it is a color that is part of our lives
When slightly redder, purple is vivacious and exciting
When slightly bluer, it is as restful as a sunset

source: Pratt & Lambert