The color white is associated to many symbolic interpretations - purity, cleanliness, peace, honesty, and many more. Even in Interior Design, the color white was always a top choice for paint color on walls because of the perception that white feels airy and there is much light that this color hints. Homedit gives tips on how and when to use the white color for paint in your walls.
1. No Artificial Light
Plainly, if your house is distanced or blocked away from the rays of sunshine, don't use white for your walls. This will just make your walls look "flat." Only use white paint for your walls if artificial light enters your home.
2. Hide Imperfections
If you are trying to hide some imperfections in your walls or hide some "flaws," never use the white paint for it. The imperfection will show more using white paint.
3. Limited Spaces
Same rule applies for small, tight places, just like the first rule, only use white paint for these limited spaces if an artificial light enters the space.
"Although we hear often that white walls make spaces appear brighter and larger, this is only partially true - they appear bright when the room itself already has a great source of natural light. Small, dark spaces should not be painted white. A medium-toned neutral color always works better in small, dark spaces, to add energy and oomph," advised the article.
4. Light Sources and Preferred White Tints
According to the outlet, there are various colors of white paint that goes perfect for any room depending on how much light the room gets.
Naturally Bright rooms- White Paint
Noon Sunlight- Clear White
"If your room is oriented away from midday sunlight, a clear white paint will work. This is because white walls will capitalize on the greyish-blue natural light and keep things in balance."
North Facing Sunlight- Warm White
5. Busy Look of a Room
If a room in your house looks messy with all the stocked-up files or if the room looks busy due to the different colors and patterns mixed around, the white paint can dilute this complicated look.
