Color is something that many people overlook about when considering home improvement ideas. Focus is usually put on replacing appliances or other big ticket items, when the term home improvement is used. Color is truly very important though, and can very easily change or modify the entire atmosphere of a particular room.

One of the easiest ways to add color to a room is by painting the walls. The hue you use should partially depend on the room you are painting. White paint works for any room and can add a fresh clean feel to the room you are painting. For a lot of people though, white equals boring. So don’t be afraid to get creative. As a general rule, stay away from dark color in small rooms. But if you are feeling gutsy, and love dark rich colors, try painting just one wall in the room with that color and then finding items to decorate the rest of the room in that same color family. Don’t fall victim to any pre-conceived notions about which rooms should be which color. Pick your favorite colors and if you can’t decide, pick them out of a hat to designate which room will be which color!

There are lots of opportunities to add color in your home besides just paint. Carpeting can quickly change the entire feel of a room. Red, green or even purple carpeting can add a distinctive and funky flair to a room. Sometimes carpeting can be expensive, and you may want a cheaper option like a rug. A sufficiently sized rug can achieve a similar effect, and it also has the versatility to be moved if necessary. Rugs often work best in smaller rooms like dens or offices.

Another great way to use color in home improvement is with drapes. Drapes take up a large portion of a wall, so what color they are has a sizable impact on the room\’s overall impression. You can match the color of the drapes with the furniture to give the room a cozy feel or have them be at the opposite end of the spectrum to have an interesting sense of contrast.

Sometimes there is absolutely nothing better than a little natural color. For home improvement, consider adding some plants to your dwelling. Even a single potted plant can really add some green to an area. For some more diverse colors, consider flowers. Plants can be at any almost height and you can have them at ground level, put them on platforms, or even hang them from the ceiling.

Color plays a crucial role in home improvement. Beyond the basics of painting you have many options to change how your home looks. Carpets and rugs will probably have the next biggest visual impact on a room. Curtains matter a lot as well and their color can change a room significantly. For a more down to earth look, consider adding some plants or flowers. Any way you go, don’t be afraid to add color. You’ll be surprised at the result!

Author Bio: Heather Mitchell is the colorful featured author for www.UniqueMirrorsOnline.com and its sister sites which host a collection of decorative mirrors and much more!

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