When choosing a color scheme for your room it’s often wise to go with a shade that you like in other circumstances, such as one you choose often for clothing or accessories such as your area rug runner. However, there are some situations where particular colors are not advised. For example, if your room is north facing you may find that a pure yellow will look drab rather than bright. It’s hard to transport popular colors used in one climate, for example, to another dissimilar one. The bright, pure colors often found in hot, sunny climates will not work in the same way as they do when saturated in strong sunlight.
A good tip is to take a good look at your room at different times of the day to give you a better idea of how a color will behave in different light conditions. Paint boards with your chosen colors and take them into the room throughout the day. This is also useful when trying to make a decision about the base color for rugs or accessories too or for your stair carpet. Looking at colors in various lighting conditions and situations will help you make a good design decisions for your home.