Make your home a true haven with these soothing shades.
So here’s some designer-backed advice on choosing the right calming colors for your home.
What Makes a Color Calming?
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However, using calming colors in your home doesnt mean you have to sacrifice your personal style.
“Personal experiences and cultural backgrounds can influence how someone reacts to a particular color.
If deeper shades are your thing, nobodys stopping you!
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When and Where to Use Calming Colors
Certain spaces benefit from calming colors more than others.
Macievic also notes, from personal experience, that teen bedrooms are a good choice for soothing hues.
Guyton points out thatallbedrooms (not just teen rooms) can benefit from a calming color.
Farrow and Ball
Colors can be calming because they remind us of nature and serenity,” Slocum says.
“Think about the soothing effect of a clear blue sky or a gentle green meadow.
Thissoft, silvery blueby Farrow & Ball is a great way to achieve a peaceful atmosphere.
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Soft taupes are a go-to for her when designing soothing interiors.
Collingwood by Benjamin Moore
Thisbuttery whiteis another one of Macievics picks.
The subtle warm glow of this shade pairs well with medium to deep browns.
Benjamin Moore
This color comes from Guyton.
If going with a color color,' my favorite navy blue is Sherwin-Williams’Salty Dog.
I love blues and greens,” she says.
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Halo by Benjamin Moore
Another option in the beige color family, Macievic recommendsHaloby Benjamin Moore.
This soft shade is perfect for pairing with light, neutral wood floors.
Its chic and timeless while making your home feel warm and inviting.
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And, as with any neutral, its versatility is unmatched.
“While it feels more energizing during the day, it is a happy colorthe color of nature.
And happiness has a calming effect.”
Benjamin Moore
Patrick adds that Benjamin Moore’sCedar Pathchanges beautifully throughout the day.
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