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Choosing the perfect paint colors for your home is an exciting yet arduous task.
We chatted with three interior design experts to learn about the top paint colors they wish they never used.
Although cheerful, bright yellows can easily overwhelm a space, especially in small rooms," she says.
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“In my experience, it created a harsh, overly saturated atmosphere.”
Clendenon says today shed choose a muted mustard or soft gold tone instead.
These softer hues will still bring that warmth and sunny atmosphere she craved without the vibrant over-saturation.
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Dark Purple
This one surprised me," Clendenon says.
Be sure to consider the amount of light your space receives and the feeling you hope to achieve.
Dark paint colors are best suited to spaces with plenty of natural light.
Cool Bluish-Gray
Another color Clendenon regrets using is cool, bluish-gray paint.
Dark Gray
One big regret was a deep charcoal gray I used in my home office.
Both designers opted for lighter, warmer tones to replace the dark gray paint.
Khurana says this was the case when she used an intense jewel-toned teal paint in her dining room.
“It also clashed with the artwork I added later, which made the room feel visually chaotic.”
While she was hoping for a bright and energizing finish, in reality, it felt cold and uninviting.
Hutter says she now uses green paint with warm undertones in place of cool-toned greens.
Two of her favorites are olive green and sage green.
