Brilliant bathroom colour schemes to suit your home
Choosing a successful colour scheme doesn't have to be difficult. All it takes is some careful planning.
Other bathroom colour schemes
There's no better way to see a colour scheme in action than checking it out in the flesh. So, as you drive around your neighbourhood, start paying attention to exteriors. When you visit friends, take note of what you like in their interiors and what you don't. Even check out some show homes.
DIY and interior magazines
Buy some interior and 'home' magazines and start browsing. Not only will you find some inspirational ideas for using colour - most of which will feature up-to-the-minute trends - you're also likely to come across valuable tips and tricks for how to combine different hues successfully.
Colour schemes to suit your lifestyle
It's no secret that colour and emotion are linked, and a successful colour scheme will take this into account, making sure appropriate colours are used in appropriate rooms. For example, while you might love red, because it's quite an aggressive colour it might not be the best choice for a bedroom.
Be resourceful with colour themes
These days there's no excuse for choosing a colour scheme without giving it a trial run. Software is available online, run mostly by the major paint companies, where you can get some idea of how various colour combinations will look, as well as taking advantage of pre-selected palettes and schemes.
Go shopping
Get yourself into a paint shop and start looking around. Not only will it give you the chance to check out how various textures and finishes look in the colours you've selected, you'll also be able to talk to an expert about what you have planned.
Test colour pots
Always buy a test pot before you invest in that four-litre tin of paint. And be sure to slick a bit of paint on a number of different walls so you can see how the light affects the finished product.
Contact an interior designer to find out which colour scheme would best suit your bathroom design:
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