Interior Paint Colors Inspired by Nature
Color trends draw eco-friendly inspiration from the colors of nature.
Today’s versatile palettes encompass colors inspired by the earth, sea and sky, along with metallics and brights to add “pop.” And while these colors have steadily gained popularity, consumers are taking this trend a step further by extending it to the type of paint they choose.
Environmentally friendly low-VOC paints are the “feel good” choice of consumers for a variety of reasons most notably because they lack odor and toxins. These paints are formulated d to meet modern indoor air quality standards.
This trend lends itself to designing multiple color schemes, with a nod towards how colors naturally fit together. For example, your customers may combine pale beige with a brighter, true blue, to recreate the look of earth and sky. Or they may create the appearance of a sun-dappled forest by complementing a muted green wall color which with burnished gold metallic trim.
Accent on Nature
Just as in nature, nothing looks more refreshing than a muted landscape punctuated with an unexpected burst of color. For inspiration, your customers can look to their own backyards. A ripe tomato still on the vine, a bright yellow sunflower swaying in the breeze, even a blazing sunset, can offer inspiration for an eye-catching color scheme.
True Blue
Blue, in all its tints and hues, has long been a consumer favorite. It has mostly been confined to the bedroom and the bathroom. But since blue is so prevalent in nature, it is now one of the most important colors in home décor. The latest clear, true blues are being used throughout the house, both as an accent color and as a color scheme anchor.
Down to Earth
Deep, dark chocolate brown, a popular color in recent seasons, will continue to factor into the earth tone palette. However, lighter tints such as beige, tan and other desert-toned hues offer a fresher take on the trend. They are an especially good choice for a color-shy customer, and ideally suited to pair with a bright-colored accent wall or metallic trim
For additional visual interest, suggest that your customer use paints of various sheen levels in the same room. A semi- or high-gloss paint is always a good choice for trim; while a more unusual treatment is to use satin or eggshell finish paints on ceilings and walls.
Nature has already provided the most inspirational color schemes. And with a little help from modern technology, you can help your customers create a home that does more than look good – it does good for them, and the environment, too.
