Individual style mixed with budget-conscious decorating will drive 2011 paint hue trends.

     Consumers won’t  be diving into large scale renovation projects, but instead will search

     for inexpensive ways to freshen and update their home.

     By incorporating a few new paint colors, whether as an accent area or an entire room

     painting project, a fresh coat of paint remains one of the most economical ways to

     enhance and modernize the appearance.

     Remember, paint color is a homeowner’s best decorating tool. You can change the

     appearance, the perception of size and even the perception of temperature,

     through the simple use of paint color.

   BACK TO BASICS  

     Warm whites, tawny tans, barely-there coral and green will find use in

     kitchens, bedrooms and baths.

   WELL WORN HUES  

      Like a pair of favorite jeans, blue will grow in popularity as not just a wall

      color but also asa ceiling choice.“Well Worn Hues”are represented by blues

      across the spectrum, from denim dark to blue-grey.

      Since most blues tend to be calming colors, this hue helps to create a perfect

      retreat from many of life's stresses. As a secondary or complementary hue, yellow

      or yellow-green adds a bit of “spunk” when used in  family spaces.

SHIMMER AND SHINE

      For thrifty consumerslooking for a bit of sparkle, higher paint sheens and metallic

      finishes are on the radar for 2011. Don’t besurprised to see spaces such as hallways

      and living areas painted inavery glossy hue,from top to bottom. More gloss means

      more reflectivity,which means more light. 

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Paint Quality Institute  

   2009    

      Interior paint color trends:   

               Be careful when painting with purple; maybe go for a  light purple or Lavender,

               and offset it with White or Gray to minimize the impact.

              such as Gray, White, or Brown.

              (think curtains or funky wall hangings) to really punch up a wall.

              and the passion of  a light red

              it  grounds your space and makes it more earthy.

• Color trends of arctic Silvery Bues have made their way from fashion to rooms.

              Combined with deep Orange for a bold look or Blue and Cream for a relaxing atmosphere.

• Black goes with any color. Add a touch of Merlot for a dramatic yet elegant dining room.