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Why It’s Easy Being Green

Diane Stewart at Color Sense Consulting is often asked “What is the most versatile color?” Here’s her answer:

“Many people would like to know which color is the most foolproof option. There really isn’t an easy answer since so many things should be considered when choosing paint colors.

“However, green is the best bet since it’s such a versatile color. It falls right in the middle of the color spectrum, and can easily lean towards blue or yellow variations. We’re used to seeing all types of green mixed up outside, so it seems to go with everything.

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Best Front Door Colors

Front door paint colors yellow Diane Stewart, the Color Consultant at Kansas City’s own Color Sense Consulting, is a wealth of experience and information when choosing paint colors. Here Diane talks about some of the factors in choosing which color for your front door.

The color of your front door should always make a good impression. Choosing a great paint color, along with a decorative wreath or plaque, gives you an opportunity to be creative, and set your house apart.

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Tips For Painting Trim

White Trim paint Trim color, especially for interiors, often defaults to a generic “white”. Color consultant Diane Stewart with Color Sense Consulting explains very clearly why there’s more to it than meets the eye.

“Trim is often an afterthought, but it should be the right color to complement the walls. Trim is sort of like the black outline around illustrations, or piping on a fabric. It should highlight and accent the main attraction in the middle, but it’s not meant to draw attention to itself. Unfortunately, that’s just what bright white trim does. I’m not sure why this became popular, but I try to steer my clients away from it as much as possible.

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How Paint and Roof Colors Work Together

Paint colors roof kansas city painter — Roof color can be a factor when choosing paint colors.

Roof colors (foundations too) affect paint color choices. Color expert Diane Stewart atColor Sense Consulting gives her take on how to tackle this situation.

Sometimes my clients seem surprised when I point out that that their roof shingles are considered part of the exterior color scheme. Just like the undertones of brick or stonework, the color of the roof is part of the equation. It may be higher up, but it’s usually visible from the street level.

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Best Bedroom Colors

Bedroom paint colors kansas city painter crestwood painting Bedrooms can be either a relaxing refuge or a nondescript place to hang your clothes – I choose relaxing refuge. Here’s my favorite color consultant Diane Stewart at Color Sense Consulting:

Your bedroom is a private place to relax, refresh, reflect, and dream. It’s your refuge from the world. Creating a comfort zone before decorating public areas should be a priority, but often the reverse is true.

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Why It’s Easy Being Green

Best Front Door Colors

Tips For Painting Trim

How Paint and Roof Colors Work Together

Best Bedroom Colors

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