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How to Choose the Right Interior Paint Color: Transform Your Home with That 1 Painter Southlake

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How to Choose the Right Interior Paint Color: Transform Your Home with That 1 Painter Southlake

Have you ever walked into a room and felt immediately comfortable, energized, or completely at peace, just because of its color? It’s true! The colors you choose for your home’s interior can affect your mood, reflect your style, and even make a space feel bigger or cozier. Did you know nearly 87% of people say color is a key consideration when designing their home’s interior?

At That 1 Painter Southlake, we know choosing the perfect color isn’t a small decision — it’s a huge part of making your home a place you love. Whether you’re updating a single room or repainting your whole home, we’re here to guide you through choosing a color that fits your style, your space, and your lifestyle. So let’s grab a cup of coffee, settle in, and find that perfect shade together!

Why Your Paint Color Matters More Than You Might Think

Picture this: you walk into your living room after a busy day, and instead of feeling stressed, you feel immediately calm and comfortable. That feeling doesn’t happen by accident — it’s a direct result of color. The colors we choose for our walls affect us more profoundly than we realize.

Some colors, like deep blue or soft green, promote relaxation and peace. Bright yellow or orange, on the other hand, can make a space feel energetic and fun, perfect for a home office or a kid’s playroom. Furthermore, choosing the right color can affect the flow of your home, making small spaces feel bigger or large spaces feel more intimate.

Your home is a reflection of you, your style, your tastes, your mood — and choosing the right color lets you express all of that without saying a word.

Set Your Mood: Selecting Colors Based on Feeling

How do you want each room in your Southlake home to feel?

Relaxed and calm: Soft blues, greys, and greens are perfect for creating a restful bedroom or a spa-like bath.
Energetic and lively: Bright yellow, orange, or rich red can invigorate a home office, playroom, or dining area.
Warm and cozy: Deep earthy tones — rich browns, warm greys, and taupe — make living spaces feel intimate and comfortable.
Clean and sophisticated: Neutral colors like beige, ivory, and soft greys reflect light and help your home appear more sophisticated and polished.

Tip: If you’re unsure, start by thinking about how you want to feel in each room and match a color to that feeling.

Architectural Features That Affect Your Color Choices

Your home’s architecture plays a huge role in choosing the perfect color. Southlake is filled with houses that range from sprawling ranch-style to charming Colonials and contemporary builds. Here are a few things to consider when choosing your color:

  • Ceilings: If you have high, dramatic ceilings, you can be more brave with color—rich, deep shades can help ground a large space. If your ceiling is lower, a lighter color can make the room feel taller.
  • Trim and Millwork: Your baseboards, crown molding, and window trim affect color choices. Bright whites or creams against a rich wall color can add contrast and character.
  • Lighting: The amount of natural light a room gets will affect how color looks. Southlake’s abundant sunshine can lighten colors, while a dimmer room might make a deep shade look heavy. That’s why we always suggest testing a color first by painting a small patch and observing it at different points in the day.

Southlake’s Climate and Your Paint Color Selection

Did you know Southlake has a humid subtropical climate with warm summers and mildly chilly winters?

This climate consideration matters more than you might realize. Naturally, strong sunlight can affect how a color looks over time. Bright rays can fade rich colors and make whites appear yellowish. Furthermore, high humidity can affect the finish and texture of your paint.

For Southlake homeowners, we often recommend choosing colors designed to resist fading and peeling in humid conditions. That 1 Painter Southlake can help you select a durable, high‑quality paint that performs well in this climate, while keeping your home looking fresh for years to come.

Neutral or Bold: Finding Your Color Comfort Zone

Some people love rich, dramatic colors. Others prefer a more neutral, sophisticated base that lets furniture and art take center stage. So, which is right for you?

If you’re drawn toward simplicity, a neutral color, whites, greys, beiges, may be perfect. Neutral shades create a calm backdrop for your furniture and allow you to add color through pillows, rugs, and wall art.

If you want your home to make a confident statement, consider a deep green dining room, a dramatic navy bedroom, or a rich charcoal office. There’s no shame in choosing something bold when it reflects your style.

Tip: You can always balance a rich wall color by adding light furniture or neutral fabrics.

Color Flow: Making Your Home Feel Cohesive

Your home should feel cohesive, not a collection of disconnected spaces. That’s where color flow comes in.

Start by choosing a main color or neutral base for your home. Then you can select a few complementary colors for adjoining spaces — dining, kitchen, living, and hallways — to create a nice flow.

For example:

  • Main color (neutral greige)
  • Complement in dining room (dark green)
  • Complement in bedroom (soft blue)
  • Complement in office (greyish-blue)

This way, your home feels intentional and well-designed instead of jarring or disjointed.

Tips for Viewing Colors in Your Home’s Light

Before you buy gallons of paint, we always recommend testing first.

Here’s how you can view color accurately in your home’s lighting:

  • Buy sample pots: Get small samples of 2–3 colors you’re considering.
  • Paint large swatches: Apply large patches (at least 2 feet by 2 feet) directly on your wall — or a piece of poster board if you want to move it around.
  • Watch it at different times: Look at your samples in the morning, afternoon, and evening, under both natural and artificial lighting.
  • Pair it with furniture: See how it plays against your furniture, carpets, and artwork.

Tip: That 1 Painter Southlake can help you match colors to your furniture and lighting conditions for a perfect match.

The Finish That Best Shows Your Color

The color you choose isn’t the only consideration — the finish you select can affect its appearance. Here are a few finishes we frequently use in Southlake homes:

  • Matte: Great for a soft, sophisticated look. Hides imperfections in the wall.
  • Eggshell: Durable, with a slight sheen — perfect for living spaces and dining rooms.
  • Satin: Higher sheen; easy to clean — a smart choice for bathrooms and kitchens.
  • Semi-Gloss: Durable and reflective; perfect for trim, baseboards, and doors.

Tip: If you’re unsure which finish is right for you, That 1 Painter Southlake can walk you through it.

Southlake-Specific Color Trends to Try

If you want your home to reflect the best of Southlake style, consider these color trends we’re seeing this year:

  • Soft Taupes: A rich greige (grey + beige) adds warmth without overpowering a space.
  • Deep Greens: Forest, olive, and emerald are popular for dining spaces and studies.
  • Navy Blues: Sophisticated and dramatic — perfect for a master suite or home office.
  • Soft Clay: Warm clay and terra-cotta tones add character and a cozy feeling to living spaces.

Tip: Pair these rich colors with whites and creams to keep the space feeling balanced and light.

Why That 1 Painter Southlake Is Your Best Partner

Choosing the perfect color is more than just a few samples on a wall — it’s a process. That 1 Painter Southlake is here to help you find a color that fits your style, your home’s architecture, and your lifestyle.

We’re not painting contractors, we’re your painting experts, passionate about transforming your home into a place you love. From choosing color schemes to applying the highest‑quality finishes, we handle everything with care and precision.

When you team up with That 1 Painter Southlake, you’re choosing a team that:

Understands Southlake’s unique climate and lighting
Will test colors directly in your home
Offers a huge range of color choices from rich, dramatic shades to soft, sophisticated neutrals
Will apply your color smoothly, efficiently, and with lasting results

Transform Your Home Today with That 1 Painter Southlake

Your home should be a reflection of you, your tastes, your lifestyle, and your future. The color you choose plays a huge role in making that a reality. At That 1 Painter Southlake, we’re here to help you find the perfect color for your space and execute it beautifully.

From choosing shades to applying finishes, we take care of it all, with a friendly, expert team who knows Southlake’s climate, lighting, and style. Let’s transform your home together and make it a place you love to live in.

Don’t settle for a color you’re unsure about. Trust That 1 Painter Southlake to bring your dream home to life. Contact us today for your free estimate!

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