Comments for 14 Tips for Selecting Interior Paint Colors at http://www.oregonhomemagazine.com , comment 0 to 2 out of 2 comments http://www.oregonhomemagazine.com Tue, 07 Sep 2010 10:15:21 +0100 FeedCreator 1.7.2 http://www.oregonhomemagazine.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=386&Itemid=24#pc_38 Could someone tell what a safe paint color would be for my walls? My kitchen opens out into my livingroom,so I need either one color or two. Can't send photos in this comment section. I have a wood floor in my kitchen, tropical green vallances, medium brown woodwork, medium brown cabinets, and black appliances. Also medium brown dinette set. Livingroom has medium brown carpeting, two tone brown curtains, and brown suede furniture. Medium brown entertainment center, and black t.v. Green silk plants in both rooms. I think I need some shade of green. Thanks so much guys, and have a splendid day. I need an expertise brain, I'm ready to go bald just trying to think of a color. I know there's some good helpful people out there, that care about grandmas. Bev - Bev Wing Thu, 30 Jul 2009 14:24:54 +0100 http://www.oregonhomemagazine.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=386&Itemid=24#pc_33 Your article provides some very sound suggestions for the homeowner to consider. As a color consultant in the Dallas (Texas) area, I have to especially agree with your point #4: don't paint first, then look for items to match. Sure, it -can- be done, but why make it harder than it has to be? It's so much simpler to have a piece of art or printed fabric or even just an accent pillow to inspire you. And if you do hire a designer or consultant, be sure to have something they can look at - if you haven't been able to purchase furniture or drapes yet, at least have some photos of things you like, to give an idea of your taste. Or, at the very minimum, be able to describe how you want the space to feel, and what some of your favorite colors are. Otherwise, with literally hundreds of color palettes and design styles available, the professional will waste time trying to guess what you want. A good consultant doesn't want to force their ideas on you, they want to help guide you toward what you love. The better you can describe your vision, the better your chance of achieving it. - Juli Sat, 23 May 2009 22:26:18 +0100