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Le Roy, IL:
2016 Door Color Trends
Ravishing Red. Blackberry. Courtyard Green. These are just three of the top 10 hot residential door colors for 2016 identified by color expert Kate Sm
Should I Paint the Front Door and Garage Door the Same Color?
My husband and I are currently trying to sell our home, and the front door needs repainting. I was wondering if I should paint the garage the same color as my front door or would this put off buyers? My home is a pale yellow vinyl, the garage door is white, and the front door is red.
10 Color Mistakes Everyone Makes
Step away from the paintbrush! You might just be committing one of the most common color mistakes. Before you decide on a paint color for the room you’re redecorating, take a step back and gather inspiration. Discover ideas by flipping through magazines and collecting imagery that appeals to you. Then, put them together in a folder or portfolio you can peruse when you have leisure time. As you review your choices, define the mood you want to evoke. Will this room be the…
Color 101: Learn the Underlying Meaning of Your Favorite Shades
Whether at home, in the office or in the natural world, we're surrounded by color. And, whether we're aware of it or not, each color affects us on a deeper, subconscious level. Demystify color's hidden meanings to simplify selecting shades for your home.
Paint Color Ideas for Colonial Revival Houses
Skip the predictable black-and-white scheme for this elegant style, and add pops of color for a bold new look
How To Pick The Right Paint Color Every Time
Expert color consultant Leatrice Eiseman, Executive Director of Pantone, tells us how to choose the right paint color every time.
Why Barns are Red and More Paint Color Cues
The stories behind certain hues associated with the American landscape
4 Common Color Mistakes (and How to Avoid Them)
Go bright or go white? Design expert Allison Arieff shows how to pick paint like a pro
Houzz Quiz: What Color Should Your Front Door Be?
Think you’re hip enough for orange? Or optimistic enough for yellow? Take our front-door personality quiz and find out
Could the Inside of Your Front Door Use a New Color?
An entrance interior is an often-overlooked opportunity to bring personality into the home. What will you do with yours?
Everything You Need to Know About Painting Your Home
Find color inspiration, choose the perfect hue, and paint your walls like a pro
Front and Center Color: When to Paint Your Door Black
Love the idea of a black front door? Here are 8 exterior palettes to make it work
Why Won't Paint Stick to My Door?
Professional Tips for Painting Your Home-
Painting your walls is a easy way to transform your home. “The right color paint can create a nurturing and positive mood in the space,” says Mario Guertin.
How To: Color Wash Furniture
For a muted look, try this color-wash technique on any unsealed material -- wood, terra-cotta, wicker, and bamboo all absorb watered-down paint pigment.
12 Front Door Paint Color Ideas That Make for a Great Impression
Make a knockout first impression with one of our these front door paint color ideas.
Color Trends: Decorating With Orange
If you're looking to add a punch of energy to your space, then orange is your color. Check out these room designs and learn how to infuse your home with orange to create a vibrant space full of warmth.
How to Pick a Color Scheme
Having trouble picking the perfect color scheme for your next decorating project? Check out these inspirational ideas that will help you choose the ideal hues.
What Color Is Your Soul?
What color is your soul? Find out with this fun quiz!
