Wondering about the hot paint colors for next year? Wonder no
more: The 2012 paint palette will draw heavily upon the natural
colors in the American landscape, according to Debbie Zimmer, color
expert at the Paint Quality Institute.
“Native plants and flowers, oceans and lakes, and rocks and
minerals are the sources of inspiration for the paint colors that
will be ‘in’ next year,” says Zimmer. “If you’re thinking about
repainting your home interior, look to the great American
outdoors.”
Here are some highlights:
Blue, the Jewel of the Sea
Blues gained popularity in 2011 and continue to be red hot in
2012. “From sparkling sea-glass blue to colonial blue-grey, blues
are suitable for all living spaces, being a naturally soothing
color that is loved – in one iteration or another -- by almost
everyone,” says Zimmer.
Green, From Farm to Forest
Greens, ranging from celery and asparagus to fir and fern, allow
homeowners to bring the comforting feelings of the world outside
into the world within. According to Zimmer, dining rooms and
kitchens are the “natural” spots for in vogue greens, but the hue
is also at home in family rooms and bedrooms.
Violet, Majestic Purple Mountains
“A harmonious combination of patriotic blue and red hues, violet
can add ‘punch’ to any room when used as an accent color, or serve
as the dominant color in a bedroom,” says Zimmer.
But natural hues aren’t the only news for 2012. Zimmer predicts
that three paint and decorating trends will gain prominence next
year:
Patterns
In 2012, patterned paint will take center stage, with increased
interest in hound’s-tooth finishes, lacy designs, and bold color
blocking techniques. “In some cases, pattern will be the main
decorating feature in a room; in others, it will provide a subtle,
textured backdrop for fine furnishings and artwork,” says
Zimmer.
Black and White
The classic combination of black and white isn’t just for Cape
Cods any more. You’ll see much more of it in all sorts of settings,
from contemporary apartments to historic homes, says Zimmer. “The
pairing is a great way to freshen an interior with something smart
and stylish,” she says.
Exterior Paint Combinations
On the home exterior, shutters colors will begin to shift away
from the traditional look of high-contrast green, red, or black to
a more monochromatic palette. “You’ll see more shutters that are
painted just a shade darker than the siding,” says Zimmer. “Owners
of homes with stone exteriors can get in on things by matching the
shutter color to the dominant color of the stone.”
Despite all the new colors and trends, Zimmer says some things
in the paint world will remain the same in 2012: “Top quality 100%
acrylic latex paint will continue to provide the best performance
and the best value to budget-conscious homeowners,” she says.
And since paints are locally produced, consumers can easily
support the growing “Made in America” decorating trend.
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About the Paint Quality Institute (SM)
The Paint Quality Institute (SM) was formed by Rohm and Haas
Company (now a wholly owned subsidiary of The Dow Chemical Company
(“Dow”)) in 1989 to educate people on the advantages of using
quality interior and exterior paints and coatings. The Paint
Quality Institute's goal is to provide information on the virtues
of quality paint as well as color trends and decorating with paint
through a variety of vehicles, including television appearances,
newspaper and magazine articles, and instructional literature.
Please be sure to visit the Paint Quality Institute at
www.paintquality.com.
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