Page 8 July 6, 2017 TORRANCE TRIBUNE How Color Influences the Mood of Your Home (BPT) - Looking to make a few changes around the house? A fresh coat of paint can make a big difference on the look of your home and how you feel living in it. But unless you’re a color expert, it’s hard to know what colors are best among the endless array of options. A great place to start is by understanding the psychology behind various colors, so that you can achieve the look and create the effect you want in each room. “Color is such an important factor in setting or improving our moods; it greatly influences human emotion and behavior,” says Dr. Sally Augustin, a color psychologist who applies science-based insights to how we experience colors. “The brain interacts with color in a variety of ways, from calming to energizing. By applying color psychology to your paint selections, you can make each room evoke the emotions you desire.” Most people talk about neutrals like black and white, according to a new color study conducted online by Harris Poll on behalf of Sherwin-Williams through listening to social media conversation about colors mentioned with areas of the home. But when asked directly, the majority of participants say more vibrant colors should be used throughout the home, such as blue, red and green. Based on this new research and Dr. Augustin’s insights on color psychology, here are some ideas on choosing colors for painting projects: In the Mood for Blue If you’re drawn in by beautiful blues, you’re in good company. Sixty-two percent of Americans select blue as one of the colors they like the most. Black Comes Back It may be surprising that black is the second most popular color (32 percent), and Like Us on Facebook is especially liked among millennials, at 41 percent. Many have fallen in love with darker tones again, and dark black like Tricorn Black SW 6258 and even charcoal, navy and deep jewel tones are all gaining in popularity, adding urban sophistication to a wide range of spaces, from living rooms to kitchens. What Green Really Means Generations see green hues differently. Millennials associate it with energy (33 percent compared to 24 percent of Gen Xers and baby boomers). Boomers are more likely than millennials to associate green with calmness (26 percent vs. 20 percent). Raving for Red According to Dr. Augustin, since red is also the color of many fine wines, painting a wall Rave Red SW 6608 in a dining room can appropriately call wine to mind. Cheery Vibes with Yellow Forty-two percent of Americans associate yellow with happiness. The color yellow is also psychologically linked to physical warmth. What’s Right About White The top feeling most Americans associate with white is calmness (34 percent). In color psychology, white also signals cleanliness, so shades of white can be good choices for the bath, laundry or anywhere in your home that you want to add brightness. For more tips and ideas on how to spruce up your home with paint color, visit swpaintingweek. com. • i For Rent! Completely Renovated El Segundo Home! Mid-Century Modern ideally located on quiet street. 2 full bedrooms and bathrooms. Lots of windows with new blinds, hardwood floors throughout. Living room with fireplace. Kitchen has breakfast bar, new stainless steel appliances, washer/dryer included. Private backyard perfect for entertaining. Carport + garage. Utilities included. No smoking. $5,000 deposit, 1 year lease. Call Angela Schryver Marine View Management 310-373-3599 x.673 marineviewmanagement.com $4,200 per month E L S E G U N D O D R E # 0 1 3 7 8 8 5 1 ELOISE MENDEZ 310-322-9761 Give Your Business the Attention it Deserves ADVERTISE We place your business in the hands of thousands of people every week. management@heraldpublications.com i ◊ 310-322-1830
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