“Knowing these answers will help you narrow downyour color choices,” she explains.

The way a color appears in a room may change throughout the day, Yeo explains.

“Consider the time youre in the space the most,” Yeo urges.

Living room with teal fireplace

Mary Patton Design

For rooms with large windows and direct sunlight, consider mid to dark tones to counterbalance."

She recommends finding inspiration from travel, personal photos, and prominent colors that are in your everyday life.

Also simply taking a glance around your home and closet will prove beneficial, too.

blue and white bedroom

Erin Williamson Design

Forbes Masters

Those who don’t consider themselves color lovers may end up being surprised after completing this exercise.

“I pulled these out for the color story, and she loved it.”

Most importantly, don’t let the opinions of others sway you too much during this process.

bright and colorful living room

Alvin Wayne Interiors

“Remember, color is a personal choice,” Yeo says.

“Dont let others influence the colors that you feel comfortable surrounding yourself with.”

Then, work to ensure that the style you land on will shine in your specific space.

eclectic living room

Forbes Masters

“You may see an unwanted undertone in the color you selected.

Tweak them as you go until you land on a color.”

green and white kitchen

Cathie Hong Interiors