5 Mistakes To Avoid When Choosing Paint Colours For Your Property

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If you’re looking for domestic or commercial painters in Pretoria to paint your property, you would still need to select the right paint colour for the job. Unfortunately, it sounds much easier than it is.

There are a lot of factors to keep in mind when choosing the perfect colour. There are also some traps to avoid. Here are a few general mistakes people make when selecting a colour.

Choosing a Dark Colour That’s Too Dark

Dark colours can add drama and boldness to an otherwise dull room, but the outcome depends on the quality and amount of natural light. Without enough exposure, the room can turn out being too dark, or totally depressing.

Dark colours make the room appear smaller and more confined. If you’re working with a big area, it might be acceptable, but if you’re using a dark colour in an area that’s already confined like a windowless hallway, it might appear extremely narrow and constricted.

Choosing Only White

It’s also possible to make the opposite mistake and pick a colour that’s too light, or at least too white, for a particular space. Natural light is vital. Although white looks excellent in a room with plenty of access to the sun, it can look run down and bleak in a darker space. A mid-tone usually results in capturing the mood better while playing off the already darker atmosphere.

Selecting Colours That Are Too Bright

Sometimes a room could use a splash of vibrant colour to brighten it up. But, be mindful to not go too far though. Oversaturation can have an unpleasant, even crushing impact, when it comes to the dimensions of the area, the lighting, as well as the decor. Bright colours can be especially off-putting in a smaller space without adequate lighting.

Choosing Colours According to Trends and Not Personal Taste

Don’t let those endless lists of trendy dos and don’ts influence which colour you choose. It is your personal space, and your paint colour will probably be around long after the trendsetters have changed their minds. You don’t want to be forced to repaint all the rooms in your home because the colours are no longer in fashion, do you? Stick to your style and preferences and consider long-lasting guidelines for interior design.

Picking Paint That’s Too Glossy or Matte

Paint colour isn’t the only thing that affects the look and feel of your room. Choosing glossy or matt paint can also have an impact, so choose wisely.

Hopefully, these tips will help you avoid making these mistakes when selecting a paint colour. You could always hire the best painters in Pretoria to manage your painting project. For more information or a free quote, call us today.

 

4 Rules You Should Always Follow When Painting Your Property

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Exterior painting is the most affordable improvement you can do to your home that will protect, revitalise and beautify. But, with exterior painting, there are some ‘rules’ to consider.

Regardless of whether you take the project on by yourself or hire a team of painters Pretoria, you will want to make sure you follow these house painting rules to ensure the job is done right the first time around. And so you do not have to paint again in a few years. Below are 4 suggestions that will help you achieve a professional-looking outcome.

Invest in Quality Paint and Primer

You get what you pay for when it comes to painting. Higher quality paints are more expensive but hold better quality paint ingredients to help the paint stick to its surface better. It also contributes to the paint’s ability to withstand the elements of mother nature and time. High-quality paint, when properly applied, has a much longer life.

Take Your Time to Prepare the Surface

Preparation needs time and plenty of patience. If you skip the necessary prep work, you can spend all the money you want, buy the highest quality painting materials, and still be disappointed with the outcome. Make sure you clean the surface thoroughly before painting. It should be free of any old paint or other debris to ensure your primer and paint stick to the surface.

Choose the Right Paint Colour

Choosing the colours you love is one approach, but often, it results in an unwanted look and feel. Many colours just don’t work together in reality and clash with your decor accessories. A professional painting contractor like Sipenda can help you pick the right colour for the best result.

Plan Your Painting Around the Weather

You will not want to paint on hot or cold days and of course, not on rainy or windy days. The heat and direct sunlight will cause your paint to dry before it settles into the surface pores and will not stick as effectively as it would in cooler temps. If the temperatures are too cold, the paint will take too long to set. With the rain, you’ll have dampness and even dew, while the wind might ruin the finished look.

If you follow these rules, your painting job should turn out just fine. Alternatively, leave your painting job in the capable hands of Sipenda Painters Pretoria and be amazed at the end results. Contact us for a free quote today!