Choosing a perfect colour palette

Are you craving a colourful new look but are stumped about where to start? We asked a handful of designers to share the colour palettes they're using now to give rooms a refresh. (We've given the paint match for each colour so you can use the paint chips to coordinate fabric, furniture, and more.)

 

Pop into your local Prominent Paints or Decorating Centre and grab some paint swatches for your next makeover!

Juicy Citrus
This is a palette that just makes a person happy - it's great for a room that has no rules, such as a home office. Try it with white-washed furniture.

Clockwise from top left:
Feature Wall: S0560-Y50R
Accent: S0550-G50Y
Fabric: S0530-G60Y
Accent: S0560-Y80R

 

New Pink
A rich grey that looks great with white trim. You can change the accent colours and therefore, the whole feel of the room without a huge expense.

Clockwise from top left:
Walls: S1010-R60B
Upholstery: S1020-R20B
Walls: 0903-Y70R
Small accents: Metallic silver
Feature wall: 4010-Y60R

Updated Classic
A classic palette with a fresh overall feeling. Two accent colours - steel blue and yellow. Soft yellow walls make a perfect backdrop.

Clockwise from top left:
Large accents: S5010-R90B
Upholstery: S1005-Y
Walls: S0510-Y10R
Ceiling & trim: 0603-Y20R
Small accents: S0540-G90Y

 

Warm Seaglass
This scheme is a bit of a twist (and maybe a bit more livable) than the usual beach room. It's not quite as icy.

Clockwise from top left:
Walls: S1030-G50Y
Ceiling: S1030-B10G
Upholstery (sofa): 0903-G70Y
Accents: S1010-B30G
Accents: S0540-Y

Ceilings are often the forgotten fifth wall in a room. Too often, little thought is given to the contribution of a ceiling to the overall room design. Look at your ceilings from a new perspective. Colour, sheen, pattern, and texture on the ceiling can transform the entire look and feel of a room. So the next time you're ready to refresh the look of a room and don't know where to begin — look up!

 

Clockwise from top left:
Walls: S3050-R30B
Painted piece: S1030-R40B
Accent: S1020-G90Y
Accent: S1040-Y40R

Poppy
This palette is bold, yet no one colour is overpowering. However, you do need high-impact white and black accents --a sofa, chair, rug, or cabinetry, for example - for a visual break.

janice anderssen - benjamin moore