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25 Best Office Paint Colors

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Pale Oak by Benjamin Moore

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“A pale green, like Benjamin Moore’s Pale Oak, is easy on the eyes and helps keep stress levels down. An office can often be a place that is tense, so counteracting that with a restful tone can be just what you need.” —Marika Meyer of Meyer Interiors

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Hague Blue by Farrow & Ball

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“We love a dark, bold color for an office wall, trim, and ceilings. Using a deeper tone helps distinguish the room the minute you step foot inside and close the door behind you. It feels cozy.” —Julie Massucco Kleiner of Massucco Warner

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Lichen by Farrow & Ball

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“I once read that olive green is the traditional color of peace. I can’t think of a place more in need of peace than a coworking space designed for a family with teenagers!” —Marika Meyer 

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Dead Salmon by Farrow & Ball

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Dead Salmon by Farrow & Ball

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“This is one of my favorite colors of all time, and not just because of its fantastic name. It’s a great choice for an office due to its mellowing effect. It’s not too pink but also not too fleshy and looks great with aged wood and modern materials.” —Bella Zakarian Mancini of Bella Mancini Design

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Hale Navy by Benjamin Moore

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“Blue is always a go-to color, but it really sets the tone in the office.  On the one hand, blue is thought of as a calming, peaceful color, and darker shades are also associated with intelligence and strength. If you want an office that inspires deep thoughts and concentration, Hale Navy by Benjamin Moore is a great choice. ” —Marika Meyer

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Nickel by Benjamin Moore

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“Nickel by Benjamin Moore is a light gray with blue hues that’s perfect for a home-office space. The lightness of the color produces a calming and peaceful aesthetic. The blue hues stimulate the mind, increase productivity, and help you stay focused! Who doesn’t like to be calm and focused when it comes to work?” —Nina Magon of Contour Interior Design

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West Coast by Benjamin Moore

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“I love this shade—it’s warm and clean at the same time. Blue is the easiest color to live and work with, and along with the reflective quality of a glossy finish, it helps bring the outdoors inside.” —Caroline Rafferty of Caroline Rafferty Interiors

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Studio Green 93 by Farrow & Ball

“This deep, dark green, in either a matte or satin finish, will bring a dramatic mood to any home office. It is a true Renaissance color! The rich, saturated pigments respond extremely well to all types of light and remarkably emerge much greener than on the color card. Since green is the color of growth, life, and renewal, an office clad in this hue will promote calmness, harmony, a strong sense of balance, reassurance, safety, and productivity.” —Keita Turner of Keita Turner Design

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Pointing by Farrow & Ball

“We used Pointing by Farrow & Ball in our own office. It is one of my favorite off-whites and acts like a fabulous Instagram filter. It gives your room that perfect warm glow that you only get with natural sunlight.” —Alyssa Kapito of Alyssa Kapito Interiors

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St. John Blue by Benjamin Moore

“The color is deep but not too overwhelming, as we needed a great base to work from in a creative office! One might think that too much color in an office space would be distracting, but it’s actually more inspiring and motivating, while the deep blue of this hue is simultaneously relaxing and tranquil. ” —Kati Curtis of Kati Curtis Design

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Gentleman’s Gray by Benjamin Moore

“I love using dark and moody colors in separate home office spaces, especially behind French or glass doors. Benjamin Moore’s Gentleman’s Gray is a watery blue-black, and when the light hits it, you see lots of teal. It looks especially good in a room with ample natural light. Colors you can’t quite put your finger on keep you thinking, which is perfect for a work space!” —Claire Staszak of Centered by Design

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Simply White by Benjamin Moore

“As a creative, I prefer a crisp and clean palette for my office spaces. Benjamin Moore’s Simply White is my favorite in this instance. It’s bright, serene, and fresh without feeling too stark, which I love. Not only does a bright white space allow you to begin each day with a clean slate and a clear mind, but it also affords you the ability to switch out little details as your taste (or the seasons) shift, providing a brand-new space with little effort each and every time. ” —Jacquelyn Clark of Lark & Linen

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RAL 8022 from RAL Color Chart

“This dark, bold color in the Eurolux matte finish makes a powerful statement. Its sepia tones are eye-catching while at the same time understated, creating the perfect corporate aesthetic.” —Patrick Planeta of Planeta Design Group

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Charmed Violet by Benjamin Moore

“The color you choose will affect your mood and influence how you feel. Choose colors that make you happy and keep you motivated. Charmed Violet will change your vibe in your bedroom or office in a positive and confident way!” —Moll Anderson

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Blue Note by Benjamin Moore

“This deep, rich color instantly brings some moody vibes into any home office. The saturated color is one of my favorites when you want to bring some drama into that drab home office of yours.” —Emily Henderson

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Classic Gray by Benjamin Moore

“Office life can sometimes be drab and lackluster. Add a fresh coat of light gray to keep the office light and bright, and invigorate your team with an accent wall in a bright color.” —Taniya Nayak

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Full Moon by Benjamin Moore

“I love Benjamin Moore’s Full Moon for an office. It’s a calming white, but still fresh and bright enough to keep you from falling asleep on the job! It also creates a nice, clean backdrop for bookcase accessorizing.” —Christine Markatos Lowe

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Blue Echo by Benjamin Moore

“I believe life should be lived in color, and your work space is no exception. This rich blue has subtle tones of gray and works for every square inch of the room when you vary the sheen—walls, trim, bookcases, you name it. It provides a pleasant environment to inspire creative minds!” —Meredith Ellis

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Shaded White by Farrow & Ball

“It has that washed-out café au lait color that I love. Shaded White is very saturated, so if you like a stronger color, I would go for it! This color creates the perfect backdrop for decorating. It can go either masculine or feminine, which is a nice trick for an office. I’ve paired this wall color with black accents, a black desk, and some black and tan upholstery to create a super graphic, masculine space. I’ve also used the same color and mixed it with lots of pretty reds and blues to create a more feminine space. It’s a neutral, but a neutral with personality!” —Eric Hughes

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Oval Room Blue by Farrow & Ball

“There’s typically an overabundance of wood in most home offices, so I prefer to stay away from neutrals and choose a complementary color. This soft blue-green hue offsets the warmth in most woods and creates a sense of calm in an area where you need it most. It looks especially beautiful on built-in cabinetry and crown moldings for an unexpected twist!” —Donna Mondi

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Shoreline by Benjamin Moore

“I love to use Shoreline by Benjamin Moore in a home office. It’s a beautiful gray that feels light, crisp, and peaceful — doesn’t that sound like the best place to work?” —Kimille Taylor

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Silver Mist by Benjamin Moore

“I love blue-grays in office spaces because they give off a very tailored and clean backdrop to the space. White is always a go-to, but I also love to play with different tones of gray. One of my favorite selections is Silver Mist by Benjamin Moore. Different shades of gray in an office can create a rich, neutral ombré effect in a stark corporate environment that needs a boost. ” —Elisa Shankle

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Stiffkey Blue by Farrow & Ball

“I am currently obsessed with Farrow & Ball’s Stiffkey Blue. I love using this rich deep-blue color in a gloss finish for cabinetry in a home office or even on a front door. Mixing it with copper and other metallic finishes makes everything feel very elegant. It also looks great on walls in general or simply on an accent wall to create a dramatic space with a more contemporary twist. It’s a dreamy shade that complements many other colors, yet it is warm and soft.” —Birgit Klein of Birgit Klein Interiors

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Strong White by Farrow & Ball

“For an office paint color, I would suggest Farrow & Ball’s Strong White. It is versatile and easy to use in a lot of different types of spaces. For an office, you want that fresh, clean, and inspiring feeling. This white will give you that beautiful and airy vibe.” —Lauren Soloff

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Super White by Benjamin Moore

“My favorite paint color for an office is Benjamin Moore’s Super White. The color feels really clean and bright, which helps invigorate you and get you ready to work!” —Melanie Burstin

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Home office paint colors – the 10 best color schemes for an inspiring space |

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Over the past year, those of us lucky enough to have a dedicated room in which to shut ourselves away have gratefully recognized the peaceful retreat they provide. However, now working from home is likely to be the norm for many of us, we are thinking about the aesthetics of these spaces. 

But how to add beauty to what is, after all, a functional space? This is why choosing the best home office paint colors are vital to creating a successful scheme.

Home office paint colors – 10 ways to energize your space

1. Paint with a dynamic color palette

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‘Make your home office area a brighter space that the rest of the room,’ advises Annie Sloan, color expert. ‘Basic color psychology can come into play here, but fundamentally whichever color you choose – it should be something you love. I think strong colors are important whatever your role: this is not a room for relaxing, you want the space to feel dynamic.’

2. Instil a sense of calm with a green color scheme

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According to color psychology, beige greens and yellow greens are the most stress-reducing shades – so they are ideal for a home working environment. They also make a good neutral background for displaying art.

3. Make neutrals interesting 

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Even a room that’s lacking in color can still be bursting with visual appeal. In fact, many designers love working with a neutral color palette because I can really translate to any design style. But the key to doing is successfully is to embrace a variety of elements that will add interest. You’ll want to combine materials and textures, which will create contrast and a sense of dimension.

4. Draw on personality and playfulness

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‘With many of us working from home these days (at least some of the time), it’s important to foster a creative and inspiring home office environment – and not play it too safe when it comes to using pattern and color,’ says Sarah Peake, founder, Studio Peake .

Your book storage and home office setup need not be staid in character nor sombre in color. Scale up the atmosphere by painting the fitted joinery in a block color and let the books provide the detail.

5. Go for a fail-safe neutral 

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A neutral home office offers infinite possibilities for making spaces airy and relaxing, or elegantly sophisticated and timeless

There is no doubt that neutrals have been the most popular tones for home offices during the last year, and for good reason. Many people feel most comfortable when surrounded by carefully balanced colors that create an understated environment and make few demands on the eye. 

This new and updated neutral is are all about minimalism, simplistic shapes and natural finishes, so ditch the chaos and opt for an uncluttered study that inspires creativity. 

6. Paint using a selection of cool tones

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When it comes to blue home office ideas, Jane Rockett, co-founder of Rockett St George, says, ‘Cool blues and deep navy tones promote creativity and are the perfect choice for your home office – typically spaces that you go to for visionary thinking.’

Because cool tones aren’t overpowering – in fact they often feel like they are receding – they often help a small room appear to have more space, which can make them a great choice also for a small home office or library. 

7. Separate your work and play space with color

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Use color to create a 'zone' for work. Zoning with color helps you to make the most of your work space, by creating a distinct areas for you to shut yourself away from the rest of the home. 

A full immersion of color, with one stunning shade for all walls, can bring interest into the room without overwhelming the eye; deep-tone colors work particularly well for this. The style also complements strong architectural features in a fresh and modern way. Plus, once you step out of the 'zone', you won't feel like you are at work.

8. Decorate in a harmonious color palette

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If your home office is bursting with natural light, then why not go for a popular grey color scheme with touches of mood-boosting blue? 

Grey and blue is a harmonious color combination. Dark schemes, such as the deep, almost blue-black charcoal walls here, create an intimate environment for quiet contemplation. 

'The orientation of your space will affect the way a color looks on the walls, and is the reason why exactly the same shade of grey paint can look completely different in different surroundings,' explains author Kate Watson-Smyth.

9. Go for a marvellous monochrome scheme

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A study or home office will look sophisticated and smart decorated in black and white, but if you are sticking religiously to the monochrome color scheme, it's really important to ensure that you add plenty of texture into the room to ensure it feels cozy and welcoming. Texture is vital – remember that the most successful monochrome interiors combine depth and dimension with tactile pieces to create an interesting narrative.

10. Create a 'zone' with color and pattern

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When it comes to color, don’t be too conservative. A striking hue will inject just the right amount of flamboyance to add energy and foster creativity, as demonstrated by this bold study, which delightfully combines pattern with strong color.

What colors are good for a home office?

Soothing colors, such as greens and blues, will offer tranquility and that all-important link to the outside. However, while these shades suit south- or west-facing spaces, and even light-filled north- or east-facing rooms, you many feel a home office that only receives cool daylight is better suited to warmer colors.

What is the best color to paint an office for productivity?

‘Choosing the correct shade for your home office as important as you job,’ says Annie Sloan, color expert. ‘Select the best hues depending on your personality traits and what your job requires of you. For example, those who lack focus will benefit from bright colors, while those who role requires deep thinking should consider contemplative blues.’

Jennifer is the Digital Editor at Homes & Gardens. Having worked in the interiors industry for a number of years, spanning many publications, she now hones her digital prowess on the 'best interiors website' in the world. Multi-skilled, Jennifer has worked in PR and marketing, and the occasional dabble in the social media, commercial and e-commerce space.  Over the years, she has written about every area of the home, from compiling design houses from some of the best interior designers in the world to sourcing celebrity homes, reviewing appliances and even the odd news story or two.

Wall painting in two colors with photo, recommendations

It would seem, what difficulties can the combined painting of walls contain? Grab a roller or brush and get to work! But as practice shows, the finish, made from the bay-floundering, usually does not please with the effect. What's the catch? No, not in technology, but in the selection of shades, the quality of the paints themselves and, of course, the adequacy of such a solution for a particular room. The greatest number of problems arises in the process of painting walls in two colors. Over this task sometimes, and designers rack their brains for weeks. The problem lies precisely in the limited number of partner colors.

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Agree, achieving harmony in the interior is much easier if you have an abundance of options for combining colors. By mixing three to five colors, you can get a dozen combinations. It is necessary to try to achieve a harmonious solution with just two shades on hand. How exactly? Let's figure it out together.

Two-colour wall painting: working recommendations

Combination painting requires planning and preparatory work. First of all, you will have to be puzzled by the selection of harmoniously combined tones. This is possible only after you decide what kind of result you want to get:

1. Contrast effect.

2. Ombre effect.

In the first case, you need bright colors that are noticeably different from each other, possibly diametrically opposed in their spectra. If for the first time you decide to resort to painting the walls in two colors, use shades that are similar in intensity and color scheme in combination.

Contrast effect

In the second variant, you will need to combine consonant tones that can smoothly change each other. So it will look good to paint the walls in two neutral colors, let's say gray and cream. You can choose a combination of pastel colors by arranging peach with sand or turquoise with delicate mint.

Ombre coloring

Paint should always be taken with a margin, since it will be extremely difficult to choose an absolutely identical shade. In fact, this will only be possible if the required tone of the composition was given automatically in a specialized store. If you are going to mix colors for painting walls in two colors yourself, then it is better to have an extra reserve liter of shade than to try to mix it later.

What else is needed for a quality job is masking tape. With it, it will be possible to protect untreated surfaces and even create a pattern.

Masking tape will help create a picture

When painting walls in combination, you need to be prepared for the fact that the joints of colors will not look like a neat, perfectly even line. Without the experience of painting work and the possession of special skills, it will certainly not be possible to achieve an effective result. So you need to be ready to perform additional corrective finishing work. How to correct the deficiency will be described in detail below.

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Combined wall painting: selection of partner colors

To find a harmonious pair of shades, it is enough to have a color wheel at hand. When approached with imagination, you can get the perfect combination of color ensemble, generating impressive effects.

Today it is fashionable to mix black and white colors, cold pastel colors, gray and beige spectrum. If you look at the photo of the options for painting the walls in two colors, you can also notice such a trend in decoration as the use of related tones and tint variations from the same spectral range. In the latter case, the shades should be similar in such indicators as saturation, intensity, color temperature and please the eye with a smooth transition.

What do you mean? Let's look at a specific example. Green goes well with orange, but it will no longer work as partners with peach when painting walls with two colors. In this combination, it is better to replace it with an olive tone.

Harmonious combination of green and olive

In general, it is better to do color selection with the help of a computer. So it will be possible to more accurately imagine how the color duet will look in reality and assess its relevance.

If the selected shades cannot be found in finished form, they can always be obtained by tinting. In the latter case, it is necessary to order portions of paints for the combined painting of walls with a good margin, since it will be extremely difficult to get exactly the right tone the second time, and the surfaces will turn out to be unevenly painted.

When painting walls in two colors, consider the compatibility of colors

In addition to a pleasing ratio, when choosing background paints, one must take into account the psychological aspect of their personal interaction and impact on a person. This is worth talking about in more detail.

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Influence of color on mood

Unpleasant sensations from the environment can arise even when simply looking at different options for painting walls in two colors in the photo. Now imagine what it would be like to be inside such a room, and even stay there for several hours? Knowing the psychology of color will help to avoid excesses. So, what is he, beloved, preparing for us?

Blue

The representative of the cold spectrum is associated with coolness, freshness, purity. It affects the perception of space. Represents it as spacious and filled with fresh air. The abundance of shades - from delicate blue to rich, mesmerizing depth of sapphire - makes it possible to actively use blue in the combined painting of walls.

Blue for combined wall painting

Its soothing, relaxing, lulling effect is very necessary in the bedroom, relaxation areas. But in a cozy living room with him it will not work. His coldness is not at all conducive to conversations.

Orange

Spectrum of life-loving optimists. His cheerfulness gives an energy charge of positive, calls for activity. The interiors created with his participation are bright and warm to such an extent that they are associated with the tropics. This is what stops designers from using it as a background. But for painting walls in two colors, it is more than suitable. To cool his ardor, you should take a shade as partners to orange:

The first will make it calmer and add contrast to the interior. The second one will muffle the brightness, but with it the orange will seem even warmer.

Beige color will make orange even warmer

By and large, the shades of the orange spectrum, with their pronounced color intensity, are better to play the role of local accents than to put them as a background screensaver. For options in what doses to introduce orange, look at the photo for painting the walls in two colors.

Yellow

A color with a wide tint spectrum, including deep rich warm tones and cool faded tones. In any case, yellow is also full of positive and is able to fill the room with an atmosphere of happiness, even on the most cloudy day. The association with the sun gives experts the right to recommend it for use in rooms with poor natural light.

When painting walls with two colors, yellow should not be given priority either. Its abundance can irritate or give rise to unreasonable anxiety. But for the decor of the kitchen and dining room, this color is very good, as it awakens the appetite.

Original gray-yellow duet

You can safely take representatives of the blue and green spectrum, as well as white as partners with yellow. The yellow-gray duet looks interesting.

Red

The spectrum is hyperactive, energetic, stimulating to action, but in unlimited quantities it acts exciting, irritating and even provokes aggression. It is clear that in the combined painting of walls with two colors, red needs a calm partner. White color can extinguish the fire of passions.

Its combinations with gray and not bright blue are perceived interestingly.

White will tone down the intensity of red

To make red sound oriental, purple or pink are added to it.

Red flowers can be used as an accent wall in the living room. This solution will add comfort and depth to the interior.

Accent wall in red

White

Self-sufficient and can perform solo. It is cool, fresh, clean, and sterile clean, so walls should be painted in two colors to avoid unwanted effects.

White color can be used in rooms of any functionality

In what proportions to correlate partners decide for yourself, but do not forget to take into account the stylistic interior features. So in minimalism, white is given the leading role, and in Empire style it is a finishing one. The neutrality of the color makes the environment with it comfortable both for rest and for work, so it can be used in rooms of any functionality.

Natural palette

This category includes natural colors. If the task of combined wall painting is to create a working environment in the room and promote concentration, use beige, gray and even black in the palette. They will serve as an excellent background for bright inserts.

If you need a calm, anti-depressive environment that has a calming effect and corrects your mood - you should use the green spectrum in interior decoration.

Green has a calming effect

When painting the walls in two colors in the living room and bedroom, play with shades of green is allowed. You can combine as you like, the main thing is to guess with the context of the atmosphere. Carefree aquamarine brings light ease, and dark green - conservatism and business rigor.

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The most successful color duets

A non-standard approach to wall design will diversify the atmosphere in the room and make the atmosphere in it more lively. A separate line today in painting walls in two colors are contrasting solutions. Creative people who are not afraid of bold ideas decide to combine the incongruous. If you want to join their cast, try the current combination of black and white. You can go further and play on the opposition of red and black or combine crimson with purple. How interesting the interior will turn out after painting the walls in these two colors, look at the photo.

Contrasting coloring will diversify the atmosphere in the room

The more conservative part of the audience will be impressed by completely different, calm colors, combinations.

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Mix anything and everything, but in reasonable tandems.

White color will look great paired with blue, yellow, bright green tint.

Brown colors should be added to lilac, as well as the freshness of cream and the cheerfulness of yellow.

Walls painted in two colors look very stylish:

Stylish combination of cream and gray

Rooms with such walls are especially warm and cozy.

A mix of beige and juicy turquoise will create a bright environment with a claim to originality.

Mix of beige and juicy turquoise

When painting walls in two colors, you can combine yellow, orange and red spectrum. It will turn out fun and lively, just what you need for a game room.

Sophisticated purple also did not stand aside. Its depressiveness is perfectly softened by shades of beige.

The depressiveness of violet is perfectly softened by beige

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Two-color wall painting techniques

Designers know about a dozen ways to make the walls of a room multi-colored using two-tone paints.

Colored horizontals

In the standard version, this division of the walls is perceived as a decoration with panels when painted. The border line of shades runs at a height of 1/3 from the floor, which is relevant for classic and newfangled stylistic interiors.

But look at the photo of the combined painting of the walls in two colors. You will see that this is far from the only possible solution. The border can be moved to the middle or even driven under the ceiling. Moldings are used for its decorative design.

Original wall painting in two colors

If you want to tinker, a striped print may appear on the wall surface. To implement the idea will require specific skills and great accuracy. The process is laborious, but pleasing with the results.

Striped print on the wall

Colored inserts

Painting walls in two colors using this technology also imitates panels, but already vertical. It looks truly luxurious, so the reception is often implemented in glamorous baroque-type interiors.

Vertical painting imitating panels

Accent wall

A combined wall decor technique that is very popular these days. The idea is simple to implement, but at the same time allows you to get a creative interior.

The idea of ​​painting walls in two colors is as follows: three of the four surfaces available in the room are decorated with one pastel or neutral shade, and the fourth one stands out against their background in bright contrast in the living room and kitchen or in a calmer, but different tone from the background in the bedroom.

Painting walls in two colors will help to get a creative interior

Applying the technology in a slightly different aspect, you can get rid of the flatness of wall surfaces, which will also add creativity to the environment and present the interior in a completely new perspective. For this combined painting, only part of the walls is awarded. A wide vertical strip of a different color from the background will appear at the junctions of the walls or in their center. Reception is good when you need to hide the flaws of the layout or, on the contrary, highlight some of its advantages.

Contrasting paint will get rid of the flatness of wall surfaces

An accent color often serves the purpose of zoning. With its help, recreation or eating areas are distinguished, attention is focused on the arch or fireplace, niches and piers. As the photos show, painting the wall in two colors is attracted not only to the decor of the living space. Reception is also relevant for corridors with bathrooms. In the first case, in such a simple way, they get rid of the monotony of the situation, in the second, they single out the shower or washbasin area.

Highlighting a recreation area with a contrasting color

Combinations of complex shapes

In this case, we will talk about the appearance of repeating figures against the general background of the walls. These can be scatterings of squares or bundles of triangles. The idea is good for the decor of nurseries, kitchens, bedrooms, decorated in a vintage spirit.

This method of painting walls with two colors is difficult to implement. To apply an ornamental-geometric pattern on the surface, something similar to the ornament on a sweater, you will have to sweat.

An example of applying a graphic pattern to a wall

The process will be step by step. First of all, you will have to paint the walls in the base color. The next step will be marking the location of the future elements of the ornament. This is done on a well-dried surface. Masking tape is glued over the resulting lines, after which the delimited area will need to be painted over with the selected shade. Unbeaten options for such painting the wall in two colors can be searched on the Internet.

Sometimes patterns are complemented by gradient transitions or enhance the decorative finish with molding frames. The latter are glued strictly along the contour of the figures.

A polka dot wall will make a great impression. The latter can be located on the surface in an arbitrary order or drawn according to some scheme.

It is not necessary to make peas of the same diameter. Here it is quite acceptable to play on a variety of forms. Here's what you should strictly adhere to, so it's the contrast in painting the walls in two colors. The decor should be bright, clearly visible, not merging and not blurring along the base layer.

Polka dot wall makes a great impression

Polka dot walls will decorate a nursery or kitchen, interpreted in a retro style.

In principle, you can draw whatever you want on the wall. Fantasy patterns, and linear ornaments that repeat the outlines of furniture, and drawings that have a meaningful plot will do. But if in the first versions it is permissible to involve a stencil in the implementation of ideas, then in the last one, painting the walls in two colors will have to be done live, that is, to show your artistic gift. Does the prospect scare you? Then consider that the exclusive interior is already in your pocket.

Linear ornament on the wall

Color gradation

The secret of this technology is that when decorating the room, the walls are painted not with two colors, but with a tint palette of one. Different saturation of tone, smoothly turning into each other, and give the desired color gradient.

Gradient wall painting

Usually four shades are involved in the work, the most delicate of which meets you in the hallway. As you move deeper into the house, the color saturation increases. The interior solution looks exciting, so do not rush to dismiss it, but rather see how effective such a combined wall painting is in the photo. Surely what you see will inspire you.

Gradient painting looks exciting

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Making borders

It is not always possible even for masters to clearly draw the borders between two colors. But this is not a reason to get upset and refuse the option of wall decoration you like. An unprofessional hand that performed the combined painting of the walls will help to hide wooden slats, moldings, stone borders, and mosaic masonry. Additional decor will not only spoil the impression, it will become the highlight of the interior.

For an even transition between colors, use moldings

In general, who said that the junction of shades should be even? It is quite possible to make it arched, wavy, zigzag - in general, the way the author of the project wished to see it.

Zigzag transition between colors

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Conclusion

Room design is, first of all, wild fantasy. Ideas for creating stylish interiors can be born in your head. Analyze them, and then grab a roller or brushes and turn your abode into a dream home. Combined wall painting is the easiest way to move away from boring standards, so do not miss this opportunity.

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Cabinet interior color > 130 photo-ideas with cabinet interior design options in various colors

Contents:

  • What nuances should be considered when choosing a color palette for an office?
  • Expert opinion in psychology
  • Cabinet colors and combinations
  • Conclusion



What nuances should be considered when choosing a color palette for an office?

When choosing a color for an office, it is important to consider the following nuances:

  • Perception of the palette.

It is important to take into account not only personal perception, but also the visitors of the office, with whom it will be necessary to resolve business issues and conclude contracts. The environment should be conducive to constructive dialogue and comfort.

  • Room size.

Dark and rather deep colors visually reduce the area, while light colors make it more spacious, especially in combination with coatings that have a glossy sheen.

  • Light level.

Dark colors in the interior of the office are chosen if it is well lit, as they visually take up space.

  • Color matching to interior style.

Some styles have a specific color spectrum and saturation level. For example, the avant-garde style is characterized by bright and saturated colors (light green, bright red, lemon), while vintage provides for natural and faded tones.

  • Rules and techniques for designers.

There are several established rules and techniques in the design environment:

  • The main two colors of the cabinet are complemented by small inclusions of third colors.
  • Proportion 60:30:10, where 60 is the main color, 30 is complementary, and 10 is blotches.
  • The use of the same color, but its different shades and saturation.





Expert opinion in psychology

In the question of what color the office should be, one should take into account the opinion of psychologists. Let's consider their main statements.

  • Saturated and bright colors prevailing in the office excite the nervous system and can distract from work.
  • An abundance of flowers provokes headaches, increases fatigue and often makes it difficult to fall asleep after working in the office.
  • Warm and calm color combinations in the office increase productivity while working.
  • Cold tones fill you with energy and help you concentrate on work tasks.
  • The combination of warm and cold tones will have a positive effect on people in the office and will combine the positive properties of the selected colors.
  • Bright color, if it does not prevail, is best used if the activity is related to creativity.
  • When you need maximum concentration, use a calm and warm scale.







Cabinet color options and their combinations

We invite you to consider the most suitable color combinations in the cabinet and their successful combinations.

  • White

White office will be comfortable to be in if it is small. Then it will create a feeling of comfort and freshness. White symbolizes hope, drives away the desire to give up in a difficult situation and sets you up for work. Many executives have white offices.

A striking example is the office of Anna Wintour (editor-in-chief of Vogue magazine). White is combined with almost all colors, but best of all with pastel colors, gray, red and blue.








  • Gray

Gray is associated with office restraint and dress code. Classic gray can make you sleepy and despondent. Therefore, if you decide to design an office in gray colors, make the main color light gray or close to a spectacular silver tone. Optimal combinations: white, natural green, scarlet, beige.









  • Brown

One of the win-win options when furnishing an office is to use a discreet and noble brown color. There are many interesting shades of it - from light woody to deep chocolate. It will effectively dominate and be in an equal pair with a different color.

Moderately saturated brown promotes concentration at work and gives a feeling of comfort. Combines brown with white, all shades of green and blue. An office in different shades of brown will also look spectacular.












  • beige

Also a compromise color for the office. It fits most interiors, regardless of their area and lighting. Beige gives a feeling of comfort, stability and promotes constructive conversations.

If this is the main color, it is recommended to add bright blotches of another color (curtains, chairs, a small carpet). Harmonizes beige in the office with brown, blue, black and peach.








  • Yellow

Cabinet design in the color of the sun is an up-to-date solution for young, creative and energetic people. Yellow is able to defuse the situation and bring positive emotions, especially if it is complemented by interesting textures. The color will show itself even if it is expressed in furniture, curtains and carpet. Combinations: green, white, light gray, black.





  • Orange

Juicy orange, like yellow, will have a positive effect on mood. It radiates energy and promotes thinking when developing creative ideas. But according to psychologists, it is better not to make it dominant, but to use it in a duet with a calmer tone or in the form of inclusions.

Office color combinations: grass green, peach, wenge, brown.









  • Red

Red should be used sparingly and carefully. Even if you like it, it can be uncomfortable for office visitors, as it can overwhelm them or annoy them, as a result of which the negotiations or the transaction will not be completed successfully.

Desaturated red in the office can be wallpaper, but with an unobtrusive light pattern. Red can highlight desired accents or furniture details.

Combines in the office red with white, brown, peach. 9




  • Purple

Due to its richness and brightness, violet is often not dominant in office environments. This color can be one of the walls or some pieces of furniture. Purple in the office walls harmonizes with white, gray, wenge and green.








  • Blue

An office in blue colors saturates with energy and determination of its owner and business partners. It is advisable to use it in spacious and well-lit offices. Walls, chairs, an office chair can be blue in combination with a white or beige ceiling and a brown floor. Also, blue is combined with blue and wenge.









  • Blue

The office in blue is easy to read, it gives a feeling of cheerfulness, freshness and encourages the emergence of new ideas. Blue looks equally good in offices of different sizes.

The most successful combinations with white, blue, purple and brown.







  • Green

Green quite often dominates in private offices or is used in an equal pair with a different color. It is comfortable to be surrounded by natural green, it is associated with flora and helps to see the "green light" in solving business issues.

Combines green with grey, brown, beige and white.







  • Turquoise

An office in turquoise colors is a good solution for creative and active people. It helps them generate ideas and improves their mood. But it is better not to make it the main one or very saturated, so that it does not start to tire.

Harmonizes turquoise with white, brown and grey.









  • Peach

Peach is pleasing to the eye, it promotes productivity and improves the working atmosphere. A classic modern peach-colored office is light peach walls, richer curtains or blinds, combined with a white ceiling and light brown floor.

Peach is also combined with pastels and cherry shades.






  • Wenge

Deep and noble wenge embodies the beauty of natural wood. Cabinet in wenge color emphasizes the impeccable taste and solidity of its owner. Wenge promotes a calm working rhythm and focus on business. It can be expressed in furniture and flooring in combination with soft beige walls and a white ceiling.

Wenge is also combined with a light peach shade.

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