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Best Feng Shui Bedroom Colors

The bedroom is the ideal place begin incorporating feng shui into your home and life, if you aren't already. It's a room where just a few adjustments can be very impactful. If you’re new to (or not so new to) feng shui, try making a couple of changes in your bedroom, and then pay attention to how you feel, and if anything shifts. 

One deeply impactful way that you can activate feng shui in your bedroom is through color. Humans are visual creatures, and we’re very affected by the visual cues in our environments. Color is light, and different wavelengths of light is what creates the different colors that we see. In such an important area of your home as your bedroom, it can be helpful to pay attention to the colors you are bringing in, and how those colors affect your qi (life force energy).

Why the Bedroom Is Important

The bedroom is one of the most important rooms in your home from a feng shui perspective. It’s the room that’s most private and closest to you. In feng shui, we’re not just looking at the function of each room; we're also looking at what each part of the home represents metaphorically. Your bedroom, for example, represents you. It is the part of your home that is most private and most energetically connected to you. This means that feng shui adjustments in the bedroom can have a really powerful effect on your personal energy.

On a mundane level, this is the place in your home where you rest and recharge. You want the bedroom to encourage rest. Having good feng shui in your bedroom will support you so that you have the energy and vitality to show up in the world. You spend a lot of time in your bedroom in a receptive and passive “yin” state. This means that while you are sleeping or resting, you are more open to absorbing the energy around you. Because of this, it’s worth taking some time to make sure that the energy surrounding you in the bedroom is supportive and nurturing. 

Ways to Bring Color Into Your Bedroom

There are so many fun and creative ways to introduce color to your bedroom. Painting your walls, of course, is a great way to add a new color. If you don’t want to paint your walls, or aren’t able to because you’re renting, you can always bring in color through decor and accessories. For example, you could try some fresh new bed linens in a color that resonates with you. Because you spend so many passive hours in bed, the color of your bedding can really affect you.

You can also add throw pillows or a vase of fresh flowers for a pop of color. This can be an especially great way to change things up seasonally, based on what colors you are drawn to at the moment. Artwork is another great way to incorporate different colors into your decor. You can even choose your pajamas based on what color you’d like to invite into your life.

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How to Choose Your Best Feng Shui Bedroom Colors

While there is no perfect color for a bedroom (or any room for that matter), here are some guidelines on how to select your best feng shui colors for your bedroom.  

What Colors Do You Love?

First pay attention to what color you are attracted to. What colors do you love? We each have different associations with certain colors based on our culture and past experiences, so it’s important to listen to your intuition. We are often drawn to the colors that will best support us.

What Is Your Intention?

Connect to the energy you want to create for your life. As you look through our color guide below, take note of what kind of qi you could benefit from or wish to cultivate.

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Be sure to consider the environment and others as you choose which colors to add. Take into consideration what works with the rest of your home, and what you already have in your bedroom. If you share the bedroom with your partner, check in with them, too!

Green, Teal, and Blue for Wellness and Vitality

Blue, green, and teal are great colors for bedrooms. They connected to the wood element in feng shui, which represents growth, vitality, and new beginnings. These are also colors that we see often in nature, plants, the ocean, and the sky, so they can be very soothing. Pale pastel shades of green and blue are especially calming and restful. 

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Purple for Prosperity

Purple is made up of cooling, soothing blue and fiery, passionate red. This makes it a very balancing color, which can be helpful in a bedroom. Purple is also connected to the Xun (Wealth) area of the feng shui bagua map, related to prosperity and financial abundance as well as self-worth. Try adding soothing shades of lavender to your bedroom for more balance or with the intention of increasing feelings of worthiness.

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Pink and Peach to Attract a Partner

Pink is nurturing, soft, and feminine. It’s connected to the Kun, or Relationships, area of the feng shui bagua map. In addition to partnerships and romance, Kun is about receptivity. If your intention is to become more comfortable receiving, to create softness in an existing relationship, or to invite a new partner into your life, pink is a great color to work with.

Peach in particular is known to be a helpful color for attracting a partner. One word of caution, though: Once you’ve attracted the partner, you may want to change up the colors in your bedroom, or at least change the intention for those colors (unless you want to attract more partners!).

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White for Simplicity

White is often a go-to in home interiors, walls in particular. While we don’t encourage going with colors just because they are the default option, white can be a lovely color when chosen with intention. White represents purity, simplicity, and blank slates. However, white can be harsh when used in large quantities, so it’s best to combine it with other softer colors. Off-whites and ivories can be a more gentle and soothing way to incorporate white if it’s a color that you love. If you like white bed linens, you may want to try ivory for something a little less stark.  

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Earthy Yellow, Brown, and Orange for Balance

Yellow, brown, and orange are colors that are connected to the earth element in feng shui, which is associated with grounding, stability, and nourishment. This makes them great colors for a bedroom, especially if you are feeling ungrounded. Try a pale yellow for a grounding, cheerful touch or a warm terra cotta to create a stable, nurturing environment. 

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Dark Blue and Navy for Spirituality

Dark blue and navy are colors that are connected to the Gen area, also called the Knowledge area, of the bagua. Deep blue is calming and meditative—think of the night sky or a deep pool of water. Dark blue can be a great addition to a bedroom, especially if your intention is to release tension or work on self-cultivation. 

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Gray for Support

In feng shui, gray is connected to the Qian area of the bagua, related to helpful people and travel. It’s a combination of black (yin) and white (yang), so it has a balancing and serene effect. As a neutral, it’s especially versatile and can complement so many other colors. You can also combine gray with another color in your bedroom to support the intention of the other color.   

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Black for Wisdom

Black is a color with a lot of depth, and is the most yin, and connected to the water element. Since your bedroom is also a very yin room, it makes sense that you might want to incorporate some black here. Too much black, however, is generally not the most supportive choice for home interiors. Rather than painting your bedroom walls black, try it as an accent in the form of a picture frame or throw pillow. Or, you can try placing a piece of black tourmaline under each corner of your bed to help create a grid of protection and absorb any negative energy. 

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10 ways to use the principles of Feng Shui |

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Contemplating Feng Shui bedroom colors to ensure your sleep space is just right for you? From timeless favorites to more contemporary shades, there’s a wealth of hues to consider that use the principles of Feng Shui.  

And bedroom Feng Shui can equally stem from a desire to create a particular mood or feel – with color the route to its creation. Feng Shui bedroom color ideas can soothe, warm, or nurture, and in doing so bring better sleep, make you feel more energized, or promote wellbeing.

Here, we’ve curated a host of beautiful Feng Shui bedroom colors, both classic and contemporary, for inspiration and asked the experts to share their advice as well.

Feng Shui bedroom colors

Our selection of Feng Shui bedroom color ideas are sure to inspire you, whether you are looking for bold shades for your walls, or accents to enliven a simple scheme. From wellness-inducing blue to fiery, passionate red, these room color ideas will help you choose the perfect hue for a bedroom that benefits from the principles of Feng Shui. 

1. Inspire optimism with yellow

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At the lighter, bolder end of the spectrum, yellow is the Feng Shui color of optimism. ‘Yellow can create a mellow and uplifting interior all at the same time. It transports us back to long lazy sun-drenched days in the Mediterranean and it can brighten us up on gloomy days. It works brilliantly with blues, teals, greens and reds, and for real crisp freshness use with white,’ says Martin Waller of global design brand Andrew Martin .

For a calming and balanced Feng Shui bedroom scheme, opt for sandy yellows or ochres and pair with blues. ‘As a warm and vibrant tone, yellow creates an emotional response that is both joyful and exciting,’ says Camilla Clarke, creative director at Albion Nord .

Architect Richard Parr suggests choosing a natural palette that will enrich yellow, rather than work against it. ‘We recommend paring yellow with earthy and deep tones, from terracotta to rust, incorporating natural materials such as rich timbers and warm metals that will pick up and enhance the color.'

2. Keep calm with a tranquil blue

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Blue runs the whole gamut of shades from delicate eau de Nil to the deepest, darkest, inky blues – they are easily the palette of choice for many, from amateur decorators to interior designers as they’re incredibly easy to live with and perfect for layering, believes Patrick O’Donnell of Farrow & Ball . ‘Blue bedroom ideas also come with positive attributes in both color psychology and Feng Shui, such as enthusiasm, sympathy, warmth, encouragement, spirituality, loyalty, and thoughtfulness.’

Pale blue meanwhile makes for a calming backdrop for a bedroom which can be instantly warmed up with reds, oranges, pinks and yellows. ‘We are very careful when picking blues for a room that doesn’t get too much natural light to make sure that the undertones are not too grey,’ says Liv Wallers and Cath Beckett, co-founders of Yellow London . 

Another way to ensure there’s warmth is by introducing a pattern, adds interior designer Rosanna Bossom. ‘I’d steer clear of geometric patterns for blue bedrooms and add some brown furniture. Brand-new shiny furniture can make a bedroom feel stark.'

3. Evoke the beauty of nature with green

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Green is in general a calming and relaxing color and is generally considered the best color for a bedroom by paint experts. Being the Feng Shui bedroom color that represents nature, it’s one that makes us feel good and positive. ‘The poet and philosopher Goethe used to describe green as a useful color, a good color to have around,’ explains Francesca Wezel, founder of Francesca’s Paints. 

‘Dark green is often used in traditional gentlemen’s clubs and libraries, goes well with wood and is a color that stimulates concentration and deep thinking. Light green is a perfect tone for bedrooms, as it is calming and relaxing and helps us to sleep well.’ 

When it comes to choosing color combinations for rooms, Francesca adds, look to nature for inspiration. ‘Green bedroom ideas look marvellous with pink, red, orange and brown. I also love green and blue together.'

4. Introduce subtle sensuality with pink

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Pink room ideas are an excellent choice for your Feng Shui bedroom color scheme as it doesn’t distract or stimulate the brain. 

‘Choose a warm and cozy hue,’ recommends Irene Gunter of Gunter & Co . ‘My current favorites include Temple by Paint & Paper Library and Setting Plaster by Farrow & Ball. Using blush shades like these, particularly in a bedroom, creates a soothing and inviting atmosphere.’ She likes to pair these shades with natural wood floors and textured materials such as velvet in a deep grey.

Color conjures up different reactions in everyone, adds designer Sarah Fortescue. ‘Pink warms my heart, cushions my body and I feel its warmth and comfort. There is an infinite spectrum of pinks, however, depending on the room, the history of the house, its scale and function, pinks can vary hugely. Pinks with orange or ochre hues are wonderful – I’ve used a pale orangey-pink for my bedroom as it exudes passion and vitality – the kind of pink you need.’ 

5. Instil purity with a pure white space

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Evoking purity and cleanliness alongside confidence and sophistication, white bedroom ideas are a timeless choice for your Feng Shui bedroom color ideas, regardless of the style of your home. Connected to the metal element in Feng Shui, white also represents precision, communication and happiness.

‘The reason people like decorating with white is because it is so versatile,’ says artist and color expert Annie Sloan . ‘There are so many varying shades of white from warm white to cool white and the great thing about decorating with it is that whatever your style of interior – white-on-white is a scheme that is guaranteed to look sophisticated.’ 

The secret to a stylish, all-white bedroom scheme is appreciating that white comes in many forms. Don’t feel like you have to stick to one white – build them up to create a room with depth. 

6. Decorate with sophisticated neutrals

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‘Not to be confused with cold and bland palettes, new neutrals are warm by nature,’ says Charu Gandhi, founder, Elicyon . ‘Typically matt in finish, they have the ability to flex, and so it’s possible for them to suit any type of home, be it traditional or contemporary – in fact, their elasticity is the reason we’re calling them “new”. ’ 

'For a warmer, cozier aesthetic, consider a red-based neutral shade such as Wimborne White or Dimity by Farrow & Ball,' recommends Louise Wicksteed, design director at Sims Hilditch .

Henriette Von Stockhausen of VSP Interiors agrees: ‘For me, neutrals such as taupe are grounding wall colors. It’s important to remember that sometimes a classic interior is just the ticket: calm colors, gentle schemes, traditional furniture and antiques – no pattern clashes, no huge color pops, just comfort and a quiet space to relax in.'

A neutral bedroom color scheme can also be paired with other materials to truly sing out: timber and marble work well. I also love teaming them with suede and woollen rugs. Ceramic, clay and colored glass are great options for creating a decorative room.

7. Conjure up self-reliance with gray

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Gray bedroom ideas have soared in popularity, and luckily there's a shade to suit every style.  Undeniably the new but enduring neutral, this contemporary shade will add a modern edge, elegance and a refinement to a bedroom, and is a go-to for anyone who wants an easy-to-live with tone. 

The best choice for a west-facing front space, gray also represents the metal element, so it is color scheme associated with determination, self-reliance and sophistication. In addition, it’s the color associated with balance and knowledge.

8. Dispel negative energy with purple

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Lilac is a calming, comforting Feng Shui bedoom color – it makes you want to relax and stay in an interior longer. Ideal for bedrooms to help you rest. Lilac fell out of favor for a time but this season it’s making a comeback – albeit in a more sophisticated and less saccharine incarnation.

‘This shade conjures a charming and sophisticated feel, visions of rolling purple fields in Provence with delicate floral scents,' says David Harris, design director, Andrew Martin. 'Having all the walls in a bedroom painted in a pale violet can be a bit too much so an accent wall is preferred. To add a modern touch to this relaxing shade, I’d pair it with soft grey hues for a cool and contemporary scheme.’ 

9. Take a dramatic turn with black 

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Black bedroom ideas may not be for the faint-hearted, but you should never be afraid of the dark when choose Feng Shui bedroom colors. A smart choice for north-facing bedrooms, black is known for releasing positive energy. It’s intertwined with the water element, which represents wisdom, maturity and communication. 

‘We would usually lean towards quieter palette combinations, but darker shades can work really well within smaller spaces,' says James Thurstan Waterworth, founder, Thurstan . 'They create a perception of depth and lend a cozy, cocoon-like feel – welcome in every bedroom. For the walls, we suggest a deep midnight black or a petrol gray, then lift this by layering careful accents of color, perhaps a burnt orange or a similar earth-toned hue – ochre, terracotta or a softer peach. ’ 

10. Energize with red 

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Contemplating red bedroom ideas? While the color might sound like a dramatic choice for the bedroom, it’s actually a hue that’s easy to live with, and definitely worth your consideration.

The qualities that make red a great option for your Feng Shui bedroom color ideas? Its warmth, the ability to make the bedroom feel cocooning, and its appearance under artificial light. After all, for many of us, the bedroom is a space we frequently occupy after dark.

As with any color used in decorating, there are many variations of red to choose from, and it’s a good idea to think about which way your room faces when selecting. The principles associated with Feng Shui suggest that this color would be best suited to south-facing bedroom. It is also a fantastic color choice for those living in colder climates.

What is the lucky color for a bedroom?

Much like for Feng Shui front door colors, red is the most prosperous and lucky color for Feng Shui bedroom ideas, as well as a compelling and dominant color choice for the transformation of negative energy. Red is also connected to the fire element, which represents passion, aspiration and warmth. 

If red is too bold of a choice for your Feng Shui bedroom color scheme, consider toning it down with a pale or muted pink instead. Pink has long been used to great effect by architects. The key to a timeless interior is to ensure they are neither too sugary, blue, babyish or garish. Emma Bulmer, head of color consultancy at Edward Bulmer Natural Paint , recommends pairing dusky pinks with deeper hues of blue or green.

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The combination of colors in the interior of the bedroom according to Feng Shui: photos of the decoration of the bedroom

Color is known to affect mood and performance. To quickly fall asleep in the bedroom and wake up easily, we choose a coloristic solution according to the rules.

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Cold or warm tones? nine0022 To choose the color of large surfaces (the color of the walls in the bedroom, the facades of cabinets, curtains, bedspreads), you need to choose the base shade. Psychologists recommend cold and neutral tones. The green color of the Feng Shui bedroom calms, chocolate creates a feeling of warmth and peace, blue and blue promote relaxation, reduce activity and emotional stress, the gray color of the bedroom causes boredom and allows you to fall asleep quickly, white provides a deep dreamless sleep.

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Bright warm tones are best avoided. Red has a stimulating effect, orange is the color of cheerfulness and fun. As well as the yellow color of the bedroom: it pleases the eye, increases efficiency, but with prolonged exposure it tires, which also does not contribute to proper rest. nine0003

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The blue and blue colors of the bedroom promote physical and emotional relaxation.

Color saturation

Pastels are better. Usually designers and psychologists recommend pale blue, light gray, pale pink, apricot for the bedroom. However, the dark color of the walls in the bedroom is also appropriate, especially in a large room. With artificial lighting, such walls will create a sense of mystery. Pure, rich colors in the bedroom are recommended to save for details: decorative pillows, upholstery of small items (chair or pouffe). Moreover, in order not to get bored in a pale, dull room, you can introduce a few bright elements into it, but they should not occupy more than 10% of the total surface area. nine0003

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Recommendations for decorating a bedroom from designers and psychologists: pastel colors are preferred, dark ones are appropriate for large rooms, bright color accents - no more than 10% of surfaces.

Hide bright accessories before bed Choose bright accessories that are easy to remove from view before bedtime: it is easier to roll up the bedspread or throw the pillows off the bed than to remove the “screaming” poster from the wall. You can hang it, for example, above the headboard. nine0003

Number of colors

No more than seven! Counting the color of the ceiling, furniture, flooring and even bedding. That's what decorators say. Follow the rule: the more tones in the room, the less saturated they should be. Of all the existing color schemes for decorating the bedroom (photo below), monochromatic (when an unlimited number of shades of the same color is used) and harmonious, based on colors from one half of the spectrum - pink and purple shades, for example. nine0003

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The color scheme of the bedroom, according to most decorators, should be monochromatic or harmonious.

Combination of patterns

About proportions and scale. If a bright, colorful element is used in the bedroom (spread on the bed or wallpaper), all other surfaces should be plain. Try not to combine patterns of the same proportions, even if they are of different colors. They "fight" for a person's attention and destroy harmony. A combination of drawings of different scales is preferable. Start by choosing a large one, then choose a small one. It is ideal if large patterns are used on large surfaces (spread, curtains), and small ones on the upholstery of small pieces of furniture (chairs, for example). nine0003

When in a shop, always study the pattern from the same distance and under the same conditions as you will see it in the room. Textiles with a small pattern for a bedspread will seem monochromatic - consider it at least at arm's length or standing with a cut in front of a mirror.

Examples of large patterned bedspreads.

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Moooi July Throw Bedspread, Wanders Marcel design.

Illumination

Lighting-colour relationship. Think in advance how this or that shade looks in natural and artificial light. Some beautiful colors literally "die" under incandescent light and look good under fluorescent lamps. The color of magnolia, for example, in certain lighting appears either yellowish or pinkish. If that's what you're looking for, great. No - look for another shade. nine0003

When you go to the fabric store, be sure to take a flashlight with you. Light them with a lamp from behind with a sample of textiles for curtains that you like. So you can evaluate their ability to "hold" bright rays and understand how the curtains will look in sunlight.

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Curtains can look different in different types of lighting, so be sure to consider this factor when choosing a shade for your curtains. nine0003

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The right color for the bedroom according to the rules of Feng Shui will make the room cozy and beautiful

The bedroom is designed for rest and relaxation. Healthy sleep and the psycho-emotional state of the owner of the premises depend on its proper design. The color of the bedroom according to Feng Shui rules will help you choose one that will set a person on a wave of positive, good emotions and a positive mood. It is very important to correctly combine a variety of color shades, since each color has a certain meaning and effect on the human body.

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  • 1 The right choice of Feng Shui color for the bedroom
  • 2 The rules for choosing color saturation
  • 3 The color of the walls in the bedroom according to Feng Shui depending on the cardinal direction

The right choice of Feng Shui color for the bedroom

In order to in order for the atmosphere to acquire the right character, it is necessary to choose a base color, from which you can build on the further design of the room. The bedroom carries the functional load of relaxation, so the main color should be conducive to calm and balance. Experts advise choosing cold shades. nine0003

For bedroom design it is better not to use too bright colors - they have an aggressive effect on the human nervous system.

Color should not tire the owner of the room. It should relieve emotional stress, put thoughts in order. Even if a bright color is your favorite, before using it, you should think about its long-term effect on the organs of vision.

White color in the interior of the bedroom helps the mind to get rid of negative thoughts and create a sense of peace

Cool effect:

  • Soothes;
  • Creates a calm atmosphere;
  • Relieve stress.

Feng Shui involves decorating rooms in such a way that a person is saturated with energy due to color. He should not give this energy away or accumulate it. Color should help to relax.

Color Saturation Rules

The choice of color tone is very important. Equally important is the correct choice of color saturation. Color variation can change its effect on a person. nine0003

Experts advise using pastel shades to decorate the bedroom.

The use of rich and pure colors in the bedroom is possible. This technique is best used to decorate a room with small interior items. Bright accents should not be given a lot of space.

To make the bedroom look organic, it is necessary to combine no more than 2-3 colors

Color selection rules:

  • The number of colors in the bedroom should not exceed seven. nine0007
  • If many colors are used in a room, they should all be minimally saturated.
  • It is best to use one base color and its shades.

It is best to use one color for decorating a bedroom. It can be dark if the room is large enough. Bright decor items are best cleaned before bed. To do this, they must be mobile and ergonomic.

The color of the walls in the bedroom according to Feng Shui, depending on the direction of the world

The choice of color palette for wall decoration will depend on the side on which the room windows face. Before choosing a color scheme, it is important to determine the direction and correctly distribute the accents.

It is not necessary to follow one recommendation and decorate the room with only one color. There are many options for combining different colors with each other.

For example, green color is often advised to be diluted with white, beige or coffee color, lemon and mustard are also suitable. It is important that such combinations are harmonious, then a calm and healthy sleep will be ensured. nine0003

The blue color symbolizes the sea and the sky, so it creates a feeling of closeness to nature.

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