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February 2012 Article

Red, there is no other colour that can appeal to so many moods and emotions. Most homeowners fear the colour red first because of all the “it took me six coats…” horror stories and secondly they are not sure where and how to use it. While some people are attracted to the energy and passion of red others find the colour too alarming and intense. The key is to find the perfect shade…do you want to add warmth, or grab attention?

Add warmth to an entryway or dining room by painting the entire room one of these rich shades.

AF-300 Dinner Party                        HC-49 Mayflower Red

Grab attention and draw people into a room by using these shades to highlight a feature such as a fireplace.

Hot Tamale CSP-1155                        Exotic Red 2086-10

If it’s the fear of painting coat, after coat, after coat that has you shying away from choosing a red hue there are tinted primers, the use of a grey primer or try Aura Paint with Color Lock Technology. The knowledgeable staff at Freddie’s Paint are always available to recommend the best product and application process for the colour you choose.

If you aren’t ready to commit to adding red on the walls, you can easily introduce red to a room by painting a piece of furniture, adding red artwork, throw cushions or vases. When you have accents of red throughout a room it draws attention to things that may have otherwise gone unnoticed. We might just have what you’ve been looking for in our Details Boutique and our Interior Designers can guide you through your decorating project.