Steve Green

After graduating in 2011, Steve worked in the interior design industry as a sales, advisor, and marketer. He has been writing and editing since 2014 mostly in the home decor and gardening industry. His area of expertise includes home decor, color matching, and home improvement. Steve is passionate about architecture, interior trends, using colors, and improving all parts of his home. 10 years of professional web publishing and media experience. 8 years working in the home design and interior decor industry.

Posts by Steve Green:

What color does red and blue make
| Updated May 26, 2023 | Published May 26, 2023

When red and blue are mixed in even proportions, they will make violet. If you alter the percentages of red and blue in the mixture, then the final color will still be a shade of purple, but it will either be a cooler or warmer shade depending on the amount of red and blue in the mix.

What Color Does Orange and Blue Make
| Updated May 26, 2023 | Published May 26, 2023

Orange and blue mixed together can create versions of brown, green, and even purple.

What Colors Make Gold
| Updated September 1, 2023 | Published May 26, 2023

You can make gold by using the three primary colors in varying proportions, or you can make gold by mixing yellow with a small amount of brown. Here we explore the different ways to make gold in more detail, and learn more about this prestigious color.

Primary Colors
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Having an understanding of primary colors can benefit anyone working in design or anyone who is transforming the decor in their home. Here we explore primary colors, the history of their paint pigments, and how to use them in home decor.

What color make orange
| Updated May 23, 2023 | Published May 23, 2023

In order to create orange paint, the colors which need to be mixed together are yellow and red. To achieve a balanced, true orange color, the proportions of red and yellow should be even, so one part red to one part yellow.

What is color hue
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 Fortunately, hue is not a complex term; in fact, this word simply means ‘color.’ Here we expand on the term ‘hue’ and take a closer look at how it is used to describe home decor, along with other words you have likely stumbled upon in relation to hue.

Darkness color
| Updated May 23, 2023 | Published May 23, 2023

When most of us think about darkness, the color that springs to mind is black. While black is regarded as the ultimate dark color in interior design, it is not the only color that can represent darkness. There are many variations of dark colors that can work well to create a dim or shadowy atmosphere.

Color spectrum
| Updated May 23, 2023 | Published May 23, 2023

Having an appreciation for the color spectrum and how this can affect color perception is really useful in interior design, since color theory and being able to put different colors together in an appealing way is a key element of creating spaces that people want to spend time in. Here we take a closer look at the color spectrum and how it can be used to the advantage of interior designers.

Secondary colors
| Updated May 23, 2023 | Published May 23, 2023

Secondary colors are formed by mixing primary colors, and they can work well as both main colors and accent colors in interior design. The three secondary colors are green, purple, and orange, and these can be mixed with primary colors to create tertiary colors.

Paint roller sizes
| Updated May 17, 2023 | Published May 17, 2023

The standard length measurement of a paint roller is 9 inches, though paint rollers also come in smaller and larger sizes for specific projects. The pile or ‘nap’ of a roller will also come in different measurements, and it’s important to pick the right roller nap for the job to get the best results.

Cool colors
| Updated May 15, 2023 | Published May 13, 2023

Cool colors are enormously popular in home decor because they create an energy in a room that feels fresh, invigorating, soothing, and clean.

What colors make black
| Updated May 7, 2023 | Published May 7, 2023

If you want to create a black paint without buying a pre-mixed black, you can do so by mixing equal amounts of blue, yellow, and red.