Asked on Apr 5, 2018
Total number of colors in a room without it looking too “busy”?
8 answers
- Con Apr 5, 2018Not sure what you are asking. I have done 3 walls in one color, 1 wall with wallpaper and a white or different color ceiling. Looked great!HelpfulReply
- Ebbjdlon Apr 5, 2018Start with three, such as fawn, brown, and light, light, peach.HelpfulReply
- 2dogalon Apr 5, 2018The average is three colors.HelpfulReply
- Maryon Apr 5, 20183 is the textbook answer, but I believe in doing what makes you happy when you look at something. I love pink, and I notice that when I see it anywhere, I automatically smile. Do what makes YOU SMILE.HelpfulReply
- Lisa S.on Apr 5, 20183 colors. One should be more neutral like gray or tan. One should be used in smaller doses for a punch of color. A pattern on drape, chair / pillow / area rug / painting should help pull them all together.HelpfulReply
- Nan W.on Apr 5, 2018I agree... three is optimal... but don't discount something you love for the sake of three!HelpfulReply
- DDon Apr 5, 2018https://www.houzz.com/discussions/161319/how-many-paint-colors-are-too-manyHelpfulReply
- Taeon Apr 5, 2018I say 3 a small room and 5 for a larger oneHelpfulReply