In the past, white has been the standard color for trim, and people have put very little thought into what to do with their trim from a decor point of view. Leaving the trim in its natural wooden state with a layer of varnish to protect it has also been a popular option in years gone by; however, painting trim in a colored paint is a trend that has been gradually taking off, and we are now seeing homes with trim in all sorts of shades. Here we will look at some of the best paint colors for trim and what wall colors to pair it with.

Mustard yellow is a dark shade of yellow with rich brown undertones. It is named after the culinary mustard of the same color. Yellow is generally thought of as an uplifting and joyous color, and mustard also carries these traits but in a more subdued way. Mustard yellow is positive and inspiring while also being deep and warming.

If you’re considering painting your nursery in gray, then you’ll be pleased to know that this is still a very stylish color option for a baby or child’s room, and it offers several benefits. Here we will look at the best shades of gray paint available that will work well in a nursery, as well as the colors that will work well alongside gray shades, and how to incorporate them flawlessly into a nursery for the dreamiest result.

Black has long been thought of as a classic and elegant color in fashion; just look at the little black dress or tuxedo suits. However, in homes, black is often considered an oppressive or gloomy color. We have also been taught for many years that dark interiors will make a room feel small and claustrophobic. Since we have faced decades of white, pale, or brightly lit interiors, people are now finding themselves drawn to darker shades, and an interior design revolution has occurred where darker colored walls and furnishings are highly sought after.

If you have recently built your ideal log cabin in your garden or purchased one as your weekend retreat, then you should think about the best paint color for the exterior. There are so many stain options to choose from when looking to give your log cabin a fresh coat of paint. Whether you want to enhance the natural beauty of your wood cabin by applying natural wood stain, or you want to brighten up the exterior by painting it an attractive color, we have some excellent suggestions for log cabin exterior paint colors as well as simple instructions on how to paint this wooden structure.

Green is a very hot color in interior design right now, being used in everything from upholstered sofas to kitchen cabinets. One of the easiest ways to freshen up your interior style with this trendy color is to simply paint the walls in a room or update the trim in a neutral room with dark green paint.

Royal blue is a heavily saturated shade of blue that sits somewhere in between being a medium and dark color. It is a vibrant and bold shade, which sometimes gets incorrectly confused with navy blue. Some people have a habit of using the terms ‘navy blue’ and ‘royal blue’ interchangeably, but in fact, royal blue is not as dark as navy blue, and it has a much brighter hue. Here we look at royal blue in more depth and offer color suggestions that go well with royal blue. These color combinations can be used in your own home to create stylish interiors in various styles.

Aqua is a color that sits somewhere between blue and green, and it comes in a wide variety of shades that can be anywhere from bright and cheerful to calm and tranquil. The colors that you put with aqua will make a big impact in determining the type of style and atmosphere you achieve in a space. Here we look at various colors that go really well with aqua for a variety of interior decor styles.

Aqua isn’t considered to be a particularly trendy paint color among interior designers or home decor enthusiasts right now, but if you are looking for a long-term paint color that will stand the test of time and remain a pleasant and palatable shade, then aqua should be among your considerations.

Maple kitchen cabinets were a popular choice for several decades due to their warm honey tones and medium shade that meant they felt inoffensive and easy to live with.

Fuchsia is a bright shade of pink, which is achieved by mixing purple and red together. Many people think of this color as being the same as magenta, and while it does have a lot of similarities, it is distinctly more purple than magenta, while magenta leans more towards red. Fuchsia is a vivid and energizing color that can be used in interior design to create a sense of fun or femininity.

Brass and gold are both finishes for metal that are commonly found in homes, typically on light fittings and ornaments, but also for plug sockets, door handles, and light switches. If you are trying to decide between these two finishes for decor in your home, then it can be useful to understand the differences in order to make the right choice for you. Here we look at what defines brass and gold from each other, as the two can sometimes be confused.