Colour schemes

[Jondel]

Hello,

Is there anyone out there who have a good eye for colour,

I have got Terracotta curtains, teak coloured carpet, and a cream suite, I would like to paint the walls, but I dont know what colour. It's the lounge by the way.

HELP

[Kathyan]

Just my opinion but if you have dark curtains and carpet I would keep the walls light. Maybe cream with possibly one wall a darker colour. Without seeing the room it's difficult to say really.

[compman]

Worth looking at for ideas -

www.bbc.co.uk/homes/design

[nickmo]

http://www.limov.com/colour/schemes.lml is a colour selection tool for seeing close and related colours (for web use but just as handy for home decor ) for your sort of problem. Read the details and as you change the selection on the 'swatch' the samples alter.

Neutral walls with one as a colour accent is the current in look - even white on 3 and cream / beige accent on a 4th might be the ideal.

This makes the effect of the curtains / carpet - which are complimentary colours anyway - the major colours in the room - don't detract from the main colours and don't go for opposites in the colour chart - unless you are really brave and can stand the bold colour scheme, but not recommended.

Or go here: http://www.mycolour.com.auand you can even colour the curtains to the same as yours and then add the carpet colour, walls and so on - day or night lighting etc. have fun . .

[WendyS]

If it's a small room or doesn't have a lot of light, I'd be tempted to go for very light colours, which will have the effect of making the room look bigger. Any shade of cream, beige or light fawn would go well with your curtains and carpet and then you can opt for some brighter coloured accessories for cushions, lampshades, etc. if you want a splash of colour and brightness. Too bright or dark a colour on the wall can be very heavy on the eyes and make the room feel as if it's crowding in on you.

[carrust]

Have a look at Dulux natural calico.I've used it many times & my customers seem very happy with the final look.

[lafrancaise]

Pale gold will be warm and blend everything in. All depends on how light the room as to the exact shade. The brighter the room you can go for a richer shade.