| Ever wonder why so many restaurants paint their | | | | alive. It is also a very color and runs a close second to |
| walls red? Or why hospitals stereotypically have drab | | | | Miss "Blue" Congeniality. |
| shades of tan or green? Whether we realize it or not, | | | | Orange: As a general rule, orange is a classic love or |
| everyone reacts to color in a psychological and | | | | hate tale that sparks the most serious reactions. |
| physiological way. And while not everyone reacts | | | | Orange is often associated with comfort and warmth |
| exactly the same, some generalized understandings of | | | | but can also convey a sense of flamboyance and |
| what each color conveys can help you out the next | | | | energy. It is a popular choice among homeowners for |
| time you're wading through paint swatches at the | | | | making a room feel comfortable. |
| hardware store. | | | | Violet: Violet is a tricky color to master, particularly |
| While only a few basic colors are covered, keep in | | | | given its emotional indications of lush, regal and passion. |
| mind that humans see much more than six simple | | | | It is a color in an identity crisis as it straddles the line |
| colors. The hue, saturation and intensity of a color also | | | | between warm reds and cool blues. Reactions also |
| have an impact on the person's reaction. | | | | have a tendency to be age dependent. Adults tend to |
| Red: Red typically generates the most reaction of any | | | | dislike purple shades. Children, on the other hand, |
| of the basic colors. It makes a powerful statement and | | | | respond favorably to violet. This, coupled with the fact |
| is frequently associated with strength, courage, | | | | that purple is known to stimulate the imagination, |
| excitement and aggression. It can also increase heart | | | | makes it a favorite for youth bedrooms. |
| rates and energy levels. Shades of red can also | | | | In addition to basic color selection, it is important to |
| stimulate the appetite, which is why it is such a popular | | | | remember that all colors also have three basic |
| selection for kitchens and restaurants. | | | | characteristics: hue, intensity and value. It is these |
| Blue: If the color blue entered the Miss America | | | | factors working that create the multitude of colors |
| pageant, it would win the Miss Congeniality award. As | | | | populating our lives. Effective color combinations can |
| the color that transcends gender lines, blue is a popular | | | | amplify your decorating plan and increase the value of |
| color for bedrooms. It is also known for its relaxing and | | | | your home, particularly if your house in on the market. |
| soothing abilities as well as increasing productivity. | | | | Today, homeowners are going beyond the basic color |
| Yellow: Yellow is the happy, cheery color- it is the | | | | schemes to more bold and dramatic color |
| cheerleader of the bunch. It is often associated with | | | | combinations. They are using paint to define the |
| enthusiasm, energy, and optimism. It is also believed to | | | | home's style, solidify its mood, make small rooms look |
| be mentally and creatively stimulating. On the other | | | | larger (and vice versa) and communicate the home's |
| hand, it has also been associated with fear and | | | | authentic character. When applied thoughtfully, the |
| anxiety. | | | | psychology of color can partner you're a home's |
| Green: Green is most often associated with | | | | existing details to not only build curb appeal, but also |
| expressions and symbolic associations. Natural shades | | | | create the warm, welcoming environment that looks |
| of green make people feel refreshed, balanced and | | | | like its fresh out of the pages of a magazine. |