BLACK. . .For a calming effect

• On trim, accent pieces and fixtures
• With bright colors

BEIGE. . . To make a room look warm and inviting

• On any surface
• With black and white, wood and other brown tones

NEUTRAL. . . To make a space feel large, open and airy

• On walls
• With everything

BLUE. . . To create a soothing effect

• In the bedroom to help you sleep
• With blue or contrasting colors

YELLOW. . . To impart lightness to a space

• On surfaces that don’t get much sunlight
• With white for an even lighter feel

RED. . . To add drama and energy to a space

• On the walls or as an accent
• To warm up cooler colors

PURPLE. . . When you want to be bold

• On any surface
• With other bright colors for drama or with gray for sophistication

WHITE. . . To conjure a sense of lightness and space, or to unify an eclectic room

• On walls to maximize these effects
• With black and white or bright colors

GREEN. . . When you want to use several colors in a room

• On any surface