Actual color may vary from on-screen representation.
STEP 1: EVALUATE THE ROOM
Before you even look at paint chips, think about how you want the room to feel.
- Light colors reflect more light and make a space feel bigger and more open.
- Dark colors absorb light and create a cozy, intimate atmosphere.
Ask yourself: Do you want your space to feel airy and bright, or warm and snug?
STEP 2: GATHER PAINT CHIPS
Once you’ve narrowed down the mood, it’s time to explore your options.
- Visit a store like Lowe’s or browse online at valspar.com.
- Pick up free paint chips in every color you’re even slightly considering.
- Don’t worry about choosing the “perfect” one yet—this is your chance to explore.
- Decide whether you’re drawn to warm or cool tones.
- Warm undertones (reds, oranges, yellows) create a cozy, inviting feel.
- Cool undertones (blues, greens, violets) bring a calm, refreshing vibe.
Hold your chips up to the light and see which direction they lean.
STEP 3: PAINT SWATCHES
Now it’s time to test your favorites in real life.
STEP 4: CONSIDER SURROUNDING SPACES
Don’t forget to look beyond the room you’re painting.
- Check how your new color will look next to adjoining rooms.
- Try to choose shades with similar undertones to create a smooth, cohesive transition throughout your home.
Once you’ve tested and compared, go with the color that feels right. In this case, Delightful Moon 3004-6A brought warmth and brightness to the space—and totally changed the feel of the room.
