Grouping together colours as either warm or cool is a great way to help you decide on the right paint for your room. So, what are cool colours? Comprising greens, blues and purples, these colours tend to have lower energy so they feel calming and restful. But not all cool colours bring the same atmosphere - bold, saturated colours are more impactful, whilst softer, muted versions are easier to use as the dominant colour in a room.
Adding to the mix is the effect of undertones. There are warm undertones in many technically cool colours (and the reverse is also true, warm colours sometimes have cool undertones). The best example of this is green – being a mix of cool blue and warm yellow. Teal toned greens are more tranquil than lime toned greens which bring a lively vibe. From bedrooms to kitchens, these are popular colour choices.
Undertones are key for understanding which neutral colours are best for your space. Cool neutrals have green, blue or purple undertones and are perfect for spaces that are primarily for relaxing and have a good amount of natural light.
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We are so proud of our affiliation with Samaritans. Interior decorating, painting, crafting and upcycling have long provided significant mental health and wellbeing benefits, so this is a natural partnership which will benefit many. 10% of sales of the colours in the Frenchic for Samaritans collection will go towards funding the vital work of Samaritans.
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