Any color mixed with white creates a pastel hue. Its soft, creamy look can induce relaxation. Most people would usually skip pastel colors for the master's bedroom as they may seem boring. Pastel colors are usually used for nurseries or the kids' room. Little did we know that using pastel color paint jobs can make the room look cool and breezy thus giving you a coastal finish. Nature lovers may love using this color scheme; most especially the beach bums.
Pastel colors that are commonly used are shades of purple, blue, yellow, and green, all of which provides a relaxing, peaceful vibe that brightens the entire room. It is ideally used for small rooms, as they may make small areas look bigger. Listed below are a few tips from Home Edit and About Home websites on how to use pastel colors in painting your room.
Mix and Match
Using pastels colors for your room doesn't mean using just one color. Feel free to mix and match as each color would complement the other by mature. Using pale colors would work well when matched with darker pastel hues. If you painted the whole room blue, create a pop of color by painting the window frames or the door with a darker pastel color. If you want to stick with one color for a room, make sure to use linens or curtains that would add a pop of color to avoid the neutral feel.
Throw in Patterns
Patterns can be beautiful when paired with a pastel colored background. Use floral patterns on your linens or window curtains. Patterns and Pastel colors make everything look classy and add sophistication. It's not just limited to the bedroom. Using pastel colored details on a floral bathroom wallpaper makes the area look neat and clean.
Stick to Being Tidy
Pastel colors promote sophistication and class. Keeping the whole area neat and tidy is a must. The crisp colors make the area look clean. Do make sure that everything is orderly so compliment the room's color.
