Colour palette for living room

Room size and layout

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Natural light

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Personal preferences

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Colour psychology

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Accent colours

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Existing room decor

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Sample test

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Visit our article on room colours to find the perfect colour combination

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Colour palette for living room

Here are top 7 tips to select the right room colour scheme

Room size and layout

Take into account the size and layout of your living room

Natural light

Consider the amount of natural light the room receives

Personal preferences

Select colours that resonate with your personality

Colour psychology

Know the psychological effects of colours before selecting them

Accent colours

Choose one or two accent colours to add pops of interest to the room

Existing room decor

Choose a palette that matches your furnishings & decor

Sample test

Obtain paint samples & test them on a small section of your wall

Visit our article on room colours to find the perfect colour combination

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