Imagine the dullness of a room, waiting to be brought alive by a painter. Paint is not the only thing you can do to transform a room. You also need to create an atmosphere which reflects who are. This is where color speaks louder than any words and transforms the mood or energy of a space. Discover the difference professional home painting can make!
You can choose a palette that feels like you are in a candy-shop, surrounded by infinite possibilities. You may prefer vibrant colors to muted ones. Picking a color palette is similar to choosing your team for recess in a game of dodgeball. Your choice will be personal, have potential, and set the tone for an exciting journey.
While walking through paint aisles the sheer number of color swatches is overwhelming. One time, I was hypnotized for 2 hours by fifty shades blue in a store. The names of the paint colors might confuse you. You could be torn in between ‘Velvet Sky,’ and a ‘Ocean Whisper.’ Or perhaps wondering why Coachella’s bands sound so similar.
The preparation will be your ally when you embark on your new painting journey. According to some, slapping paint onto walls without any preparation is the same as putting shoes on before socks. Wash the walls down like dishes that you have to do after Thanksgiving.
Never forget to priming. It’s like building the foundation of a friendship. It ensures your paint won’t come off when you need it most. It’s worth the patience to keep walls looking great for many, many years.
If you use a roller or a brush to dip, this is like playing a musical instrument. While some people prefer large strokes, others, including my Aunt Mavis get right into the tiny nooks by using feather-like touch. You can enjoy it either way. Play your favourite music and feel the bristles coming against the wall.
The painter’s blocks often occur in mid-project. It could be that you are unsure of the accent wall colour or just tired. It’s time to break. Enjoy a glass of lemonade while sitting on the porch. You could even pretend to be directing a summer advertisement. After a rest, your eyes will be fresh and you’ll have renewed enthusiasm.
You will never forget the thrill of hanging that last faux Picasso, or setting your favourite armchair in front of a freshly painted wall. You can make your room reflect the mood you’re in. This space will hug you, like an old friend.
Don’t worry if the painting misadventure spirals out of control. Bob Ross stated that “we don’t really make mistakes. Only happy little accidentalities.” You can use the splatter as a creative signature to mark this phase of your life. The imperfection of summer skin is a good example.
The journey is just as important as the final destination when it comes to painting. When you see that the ceiling wears more paint than your walls, it’s funny to laugh. The satisfaction of changing the name of your snug corner to “Mediterranean Sunset”, instead of off-white.
Ready to dip your foot into colorful waters? Paint is the best way to turn ordinary places into expressive spaces. Grab the brush, play some tunes and create something amazing.