Painting for Peace

NOW we are all suddenly spending rather more time at home than we usually expect, stress levels can start rising. Cooped up with our families – no matter how much we love them – can make relaxing somewhat difficult, and with nowhere to escape to, the stress-o-meter is going to start rising.

But a home should be so much more than a house – it should be a place of your own where you are at your most comfortable, your safest, your least guarded and your most relaxed. And a fresh coat of paint in carefully chosen colors can make such a big difference to your mental wellbeing. So especially if you have found yourself with more time on your hands with many workplaces shuttering, it may be an ideal time to break out a fresh roller and some brushes and bring harmony to your inner self in a newly decorated home.

Psychologists have long known our brains are hardwired to respond in different ways to different colors. Red for danger is well known to almost everyone, whether it is a poisonous berry or mushroom or a stop sign – so what colors can we use to calm and soothe us?

Blue is almost the opposite of red – it sooths the soul, calms the mind and reduces tensions. A soft and light blue reminds people of good summer weather or cool and inviting lakes – it is known to help people sleep and is highly popular in bedrooms.

Pink reminds people of delicacy and flowers and, although in today’s world very strongly associated with baby girls’ rooms, is a color that calms and soothes energy.

Green is the color of nature and studies have shown we struggle to live without it in our lives, though we often overlook it at a conscious level as it is so prevalent in our lives. Freshly budding leaves, grass foliage – green is the color our world is painted in and bringing it into our homes can bring that natural serenity with it.

Violet is a rich relative of blue and is great in detailed work, bringing a comfort and warmth to a room.  Violet can become overpowering in large spaces, however, so maybe try using it just for trim or accents.

And grey – often today called slate – is a highly underrated color. Like green, it is often overlooked but provides a cooling and calming effect. Grey lets your furnishings, pictures, window dressings and ornaments come into their own and take center stage as it does not dominate, but allows your style to emerge and provides you with the inner sanctum you need.

If you’re thinking you might need a little more calm in your life, PaintPositive is ready to take on your project. We are always available to give quotes and can provide virtual and phone consultations for those who are trying to limit interpersonal interaction right now. Contact us today to discuss how we can turn your home into the perfect relaxing space you’ve always wanted.