/diy/ - Do It Yourself

Warm colors seem to advance towards you, making a room look smaller and cozier.Cool colors seem to diminish and make a room look larger and airier. If you're using a bold color, limit it to one feature wall, and accessories with the rest in a neurtral or pastel shade.The same goes for paint effects and patterns, don't overdo it. If you're using white, don't use pure white, always go for an off-white with a tiny hint of your accent color. Don't underestimate how versatile greys can be as a neutral color.

A lot of this is personal taste, but there are some rules. Warm colors seem to advance toward you and make a room look smaller. This is good for making a room seem cozy. Cool colors seem to recede and make a room look larger. This makes a room seem airy and relaxing. Use bold colors only as accents or a feature wall, and neutrals for the main bulk of the room. Avoid pure whites, instead go for off whites with a hint of your bold accent color, or pastel colors for the main area of the wall. Warm and cool grays are another neutral option and look pretty classy with a splash of the corresponding 'temperature' of bold color.