colour schemes for living rooms 2013

every color has its ownunique personality. but when you combine certainhues together in a space, there's harmony. two simple color schemes using similar andcomplementary colors make it easy to createcolor harmony in your home. similar, also knownas analogous colors are hues that resemble each other, such as yellow and green.

they're often found in natureand help to create a serene design. choose one color to dominateand a second to highlight. a third color can alsobe used as an accent. complementary colors are huesthat are opposite of each other, such as yellow and purple. the visual contrastbetween these colors is dynamic and works well when youwant something to stand out. some complementary schemes,using intense shades of pure colors, can be jarring.

choose lighter subdued colorsfor a more upscale look. not sure if a color schemeis right for you? simply try a small areaor accent wall. color harmony isn't justlimited to wall color. use accessories to carry a colorscheme throughout your room. for more color ideas, pick up our simply color brochureat any sherwin-williams store, or visit our website.