Paint Color Ideas & Tips

Mitali Gupta intentionally selected colors, furniture, accessories, and lighting to create the atmosphere she and her partner wanted in each room of the apartment they rent.

You can pull it off in about an hour.

There are a few key things to consider.

According to a real estate agent.

We've got everything you need for a successful paint job, right here.

It was catharsis in paint form.

Score beautiful, eco-friendly, low-odor paint for a steal.

I devised a plan that would have a big impact without costing a ton of money. It was also simple enough that I could do most of it myself, on my own timeline.

According to a real estate agent.

You'll love making — and displaying — them!

Do you have a hard time telling the difference between cloud white and decorator’s white?

All you need is an hour, if that, and a sample pot of paint to get edgy!

This easy paint project is all about going with the flow.

If you don't know what color's on your walls, don't sweat it — this is an easy way to figure it out, according to experts.

It's THE most perfect neutral hue...and also comes in cool clothing.

It's a method the pro painters use to save on prep and cleanup time.

From earthy, nature-inspired murals to bold, vibrant arches, these clever paint projects add tons of personality and architectural interest.

I'm obsessed.

Chef LaMara Davidson, the founder of Cornbread + Kimchi, lives in this Dallas house that she's painted in bold colors.

Dani Dazey, the owner and founder of the clothing line, Dazey LA, and the interior design studio, Dazey Den, and her partner, Phillip Butler, live in this colorful, patterned house in Los Angeles with their dogs, Franklin and Yuki.

Interior and set designer Amy Exton shares this colorful, vintage-filled home with her dog, Presley.

You've got options.

"Despite the current market, first impressions are still very important,” says one real estate agent.

It doesn't fare as well in living rooms.

According to paint pros.

Satin, eggshell, gloss, semi-gloss — how do you know which one to choose?

Contractors and paint experts debunk some common painting myths and fill you in on the right way to approach your next painting project.

And it'll add lots of warmth, too!

Here's what to avoid if you're going for spaciousness.

These grand prize winners have a warm, colorful, and cheerful space they DIYed themselves.

Kristine Bélanger always dreamed of adding a ton of color to a home, so as soon as she and her husband bought this house, she finally started to paint... using nearly every color!

The mistake is an easy one to make, and even easier to fix.

You can even take it with you if you move!

When it came to decorating this Oakland apartment, interior designer and artist Sophia E. Aguiñaga painted the entire space, and surrounded herself with pieces that inspire and start conversations: like art by Black artists and artists of color, queer artists, and pieces purchased from Black- and woman-owned shops.

It gives her finer, less visible brushstrokes and smoother coverage.

You can find it at Home Depot.