The meaning of gold and its link to glamor and decadence makes it a good choice for creating a luxurious style in fashion and home decor. Here we explore the psychology and meaning of gold and look at the ways this can be implemented into interior design color schemes to achieve a sense of wealth.

The term ‘accent color’ is thrown around liberally in the world of home decor and interior design, but have you ever stopped to think about what it really means? Accent colors are hues used to draw attention to, or contrast against, certain items or colors, but there’s so much more to learn about accent colors. Here we explore exactly what accent colors are, how to choose accent colors, and how to use them in the home.

The Art Nouveau movement continues to inspire modern interiors, over 100 years after it was first created. This is a look the feels effortlessly elegant, with a strong tie to the natural world which helps us to feel comfortable and grounded.

The shabby chic look is a favorite among homeowners and designers alike for a whole host of reasons, including the fact that it is so easy to achieve on a wide range of budgets. Here, we explore exactly what shabby chic style is, what the key elements of this look include, and how to create a shabby chic style in your home.

White is a true neutral color since it lacks any other hues. It is broadly considered to be the color of purity and innocence, and it can help to brighten up any color scheme. Here we explore the meaning of the color white and explain the best way to use white shades in interior design.

Yellow-green is a tertiary color that you will get when you mix yellow and green together. This color can also be referred to as ‘chartreuse’. 

Iridescence can be a tricky concept to come to terms with, but it’s actually very easy to incorporate into a home decor style.

Ivory is a warm neutral that makes a perfect base for so many color palettes, but it can also be used effectively as an accent shade. Here we explore exactly what color ivory is, how to make it, and how to use it in home decor.

Cream is a warm and neutral color that can make a nice alternative to white or off-white in home decor. Here we explore how to make cream, and how to effectively use it in interior design.

The concept of warm and cool colors is central to interior design, and this forms the basis of many color schemes and home decor themes. Having an understanding of what warm colors are and how they can benefit an interior space is essential for creating rooms with appropriate atmospheres, and ensuring balance within a home. Here we explore warm colors, how to use them, and how to identify them.

Determining a color scheme in a farmhouse should factor in the way natural light falls in each room, and the type of atmosphere you want to achieve. Farmhouse style is associated with muted, unfussy color palettes, but that doesn’t mean your home has to be bland or lifeless. Here we look at some of the best paint colors on the market for use in both the contemporary or cozy themed farmhouse.We focus on shades of off-white, green, beige, and gray, for paint colors that encompass modern trends without dismissing the history of the farmhouse.

Technically, yes- Sherwin Williams can color match their paint to Benjamin Moore colors, but realistically- no, they can’t. This might sound a tad confusing, but bear with us while we explain the reasons behind this. Sherwin Williams, or any paint mixing provider, can offer to color-match paint for you, which has been designed by a different paint manufacturer.