Color Theory 101: Analogous, Complementary and the 60-30-10 Rule

Interior designers and color experts share tips for harnessing the transformative power of paint to create interiors that are balanced, sophisticated and livable.

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Contrast Warm and Cool Hues

When choosing colors for your space, you may also want to consider contrasting the warm and cool hues on the color spectrum. "Warm colors are yellows to red violets on the color wheel while the cooler colors are blues to greens," says Misty Walker of Olympic Paint. Color tip: Olympic's Turquoise Mist is a relaxing cool shade, perfect for a bathroom. Image courtesy of Olympic Paint

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