Open floor plans are an excellent way to create a spacious living area within your home, thanks to the lack of interior walls separating your kitchen, living room, and dining room. In addition to choosing a layout that fits your home, knowing how to choose the right paint colors will make your open floor plan visually pleasing and create a cohesive look. 

How to Use Paint Colors to Design Your Open Floor Plan

Choose a Complementary Color Scheme

Selecting a single color for your open floor plan can be boring, and it can make it difficult to distinguish where each section begins and ends. Instead of using one paint color, choose a palette of three to five colors to use throughout the entire space. Ideally, you should pick a white or neutral color as well as two supporting colors for contrast. Create your palette by pairing colors in groups; for instance, pair different shades of blue with white or two gray hues with beige. 

Create a Focal Point

Some open floor plans have a natural focal point that draws immediate attention. This could be a fireplace, a slanted ceiling, or an eye-catching angle or corner. This is an excellent choice for homeowners who prefer a neutral color scheme, because it adds a touch of boldness to the room. 

Use Decor to Accent the Palette

Once you choose your color scheme and paint your walls, turn your attention to your decor and furniture. To create a cohesive look while still breaking up each section, use various colors from your palette throughout the room. If you paint your walls different colors to distinguish between your living room and kitchen, try adding other shades from your palette to accent each room while avoiding repetition. For instance, if the walls in your open floor plan are blue and white, consider adding white-framed artwork to the colored walls and blue seating where it’s predominantly white. 

The paint colors you choose for your home make it beautiful and uniquely yours. At Fairbanks Paint & Glass, you will find all the paint you need to transform your home. As one of Alaska’s premier paint suppliers, they offer a wide selection of name brand interior and exterior paint as well as all the painting accessories you’ll need to get the job done. To speak with one of their knowledgeable team members about your upcoming project, call (907) 456-7758 or visit them online today.