Interior Design Colors - WARM COLORS:The color yellow reminds most of us of sunshine and heat. Red and orange can bring thoughts of fire. These are known as 'warm colors', and when used in our homes can give us 'warm' feelings.

Yellow This color can definitely bring a sunny disposition to a room or space in your home. There are some beautiful, soft yellow shades that create a warm feeling without being overpowering. The bright, true yellow that we think of with our crayolas can be overwhelming to some, so most of the time it's wise to opt for a toned-down shade.

Red A vibrant red is stimulating, exciting and is often used in restaurants and dining rooms as it can also stimulate the appetite! Red is a powerful, passionate color. If you want the walls in your space to speak the loudest in your home decor plan, a shade of red will certainly accomplish that goal. Using red, or shades of red, as an accent color can give your space warmth and interest while being calmed down by the other, more predominant colors in the space.

Orange If you are looking for a friendly color that is a little less dramatic than red, think about using a shade of orange. It is a warm, happy color that invites us to enjoy our surroundings. The softest shades of orange can create a beautiful backdrop for a soothing yet welcoming space.

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It always helps me to have quality reference material for a project. Here are three sources for interior decorating to help you with interior design colors selection, color combinations and much more!

CAN'T FAIL COLOR SCHEMESThis book allows readers to coordinate paint colors, textures, and accessories while factoring in such things as light effects and psychology of color.

COLORS FOR YOUR HOMEAn invaluable guide to color, this book will help you pick the right paints that will add beauty and style to your home.

This book is the most comprehensive and appealing color resource available today. All the colors are searchable by shade and by room, and every paint is accompanied by its manufacturer, name, and number, so you can match what you want right from the book. The guide's unique format makes everything easy!

THE COLOR SCHEME BIBLEThe Color Scheme Bible is a practical, yet inspiring reference for those who want to take advantage of different colors without clashing. It contains 150 color scheme ideas for home decorators and interior designers.

Interior Design Colors - COOL COLORS Thoughts of the outdoors bring us to the cooler colors of blue, violet and green. These are peaceful and tranquil colors that remind us of landscapes and beautiful bodies of water.

Green Green is a color that works well in any room of our homes. I love using green because it brings the outdoors into my home, and, it is peaceful and calming. It's a great color for the bedroom. Whether soft and sweet or bold and beautiful, green brings out the best in us and our home!

Blue Another soothing and calming color is blue, which is why you'll find this color in the bedroom quite often. Mixed with shades of green, you can create a cool and relaxing environment in any room of your home. Keep in mind that some say blue is not a good choice for the dining area as it may suppress the appetite...hmmm, maybe that's not all bad!

Violet This color may work well as an accent rather than the 'main event' in a room. The cool, calming effect comes as bright violet is toned down and becomes a very soft shade of violet, and that is when it can be the most beautiful. I lived in a home that used a soft violet in the master suite along with medium dark wood floors and white painted trim. The area was quite large and had ample natural light. The overall effect was lovely.

Here are some additional interesting thoughts about interior design colors:

• Two color combinations to avoid using directly together are...red/green (unless it's time for Christmas decorations!) & bright blue/bright red
• Brown is too low key if used...throughout an area without adding texture and/or another color to enhance it.
• Ivory/cream: more warm and rich than white - signifies quiet, pleasantness, calm, understated elegance, purity, softness
• Turquoise:Mixes well with pale pinks and lavenders for a feminine look. Create a retro scenario with turquoise and pink or art deco by combining it with white and black.
• White: All white rooms can be uncomfortable with a stark atmosphere. White is useful for a background or accent color as it highlights other colors. White is perceived by the eye as a brilliant color.

Interior design colors are one aspect of home decorating...here are some others that make excellent partners!

Color Trends and decorating trends are to some extent exactly as the word states...trends. I don't run out and purchase new furnishings and accessories as interior design trends come and go, and you probably don't either. But, it's fun to check out the latest and greatest in interior design trends.(click on title to continue reading)

Decorating With Color and selecting a paint color for an interior space in your home doesn't have to be an agonizing process. There are some steps you can take to help you make a good decision when selecting a wall color and, therefore, become one of those happy, smiling people when the project is complete!(click on title to continue reading)

Interior Decorating Ideas Interior decorating ideas for your home! Do you need to spruce up your home's decor, or perhaps are starting fresh with a brand new home. Wherever you are in the interior design process, these simple, easy and budget friendly tips and ideas are just what you're looking for!(click on title to continue reading)