GREAT BATHROOM COLOR IDEAS

Are you planning on redesigning your bathroom? If so, you are probably anxious to pick the right colors for your new bathroom to make it look just right. Picking the right colors might be the most important decision you make because it sets the tone for the room. Picking the right colour may mean the difference between a great bathroom design idea that will give you pleasure for years to come or a poorly accentuated bathroom that never looks quite right.

When you start planning all those bathroom design ideas, you should think about these ways we respond to the different colors:



Black
Black is usually associated with darkness and despair. It is also often associated with death so you might think twice before using this color. The color black will absorb light and unless you want your bathroom to be a depressing place, black should be used sparingly.

White
Very much the opposite of black, white works to reflect about 85% of light. White seems to make rooms seem brighter and larger. Unfortunately, white walls are vulnerable to scraping and marking and a bathroom environment might not be the best place for white.

Red
Darker shades of red will create a sense of warmth. Red will also act to stimulate and energize so it can be a very exciting and vibrant color for a bathroom. Many people use red scented candles in their bathrooms and brighter reds may counterbalance neutral colors and add excitement to the room.

Orange
Orange has some of the same characteristics of red and may work well with a bathroom. The brighter the orange you use, the more lively the room will become. A softer orange will tend to make the room more warm and welcoming.

Green
Green works will to balance red and orange. For a kitchen, a darker shade of green may work the same as black. It is probably best to stay away from the darker greens and and stick with the lighter shades.

Blue
It is said that blue works to calm the nervous system. It can soften bright rooms but is not too ofen used in a kitchen. Very similar to green, if a dark shade of blue is used it may end up with the same effect as black. The lighter shades of blue make people feel peaceful and comforted.

Yellow
Yellow is a fantastic color that is often used in kitchens. It is a cheery and stimulating color. Lighter yellows will work to make the bathroom feel larger. It is a powerful color though that is best not overused. Yellow is best used in combination with another color.