Ideally, a whole house color palette should have six or seven hues, including a dominant color, a few secondary colors, a trim color, and an accent color.
Quiet Moments
1563
Floral White
OC – 29
Polaris blue
1649
Dulce de Leche
CSP – 250
Antique pewter
1560
Driftwood
2107–40
Baby seal black
2119–30
Creating a Cohesive Color Scheme
The first step in creating your palette is to select a dominant color. To do so, identify the central room of the home. For some, it’s the kitchen; for others, it’s a space with a favorite stationary element, like a living room with a unique fireplace. Regardless, in every home, this point must be designated.
Once you’ve chosen your central room, understand the needs of the space. The goal is to work with the room, not against it. Consider things like existing furniture, flooring, cabinets, and countertops. Determine whether a paint color with a warm or cool undertone is best based on the direction the room faces and how much natural and artificial light it gets.
Choosing the Right Colors for Every Room
The secondary colors in your whole house palette are used in the supplemental living spaces such as the foyer, dining room, and any other areas that visually connect back to the central room.
Determine a Trim Color to Make a Statement
Trim paint color should not be overlooked as it plays a supporting role in your whole house color palette. It is no surprise that off-white paint colors are the most common for trim, thanks to their endless versatility. A warm white hue like Swiss Coffee OC-45 (Benjamin Moore) brings a comforting style to any room, while a bright cool white like Ice Mist OC-67 (Benjamin Moore) creates a modern aesthetic.