Clever Tips To Upgrade Your Home! For February 2022

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  • calendar-iconFeb , 2022
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Find yourself in a home decorating slump? Give this a quick read to get simple yet smart tips to spruce up your room.

Set the mood with the right wall colour

If you spend hours drooling over beautiful living spaces on Instagram and Pinterest, you can shake things up in your home with a new wall colour.

Do a little exercise with us - Think inspiration words for home wall design that you want to achieve and the space you want to create. Few words you can start with are – refreshing and getaway, classy and sophisticated, relaxed and approachable. Depending on what you want, you can choose colours that evoke these feelings.

Cool tones are refreshing and serene while warm tones are welcoming and cosy. Once you decide the vibe you want in your living space, you can choose from a wide range of designer paint by Berger Paints India.

Define the room with a stylish accent rug

Patterned and textured rugs can make a stylish statement in any room you place it. It can be placed on any existing furniture to give it some depth and create a cosy effect.

Pick the right curtains for impact

If you wish to allow natural daylight to enter your home, you can opt for sheer curtains or adjustable binds or shutters.

Create a focal point

Focal points don’t have to be a fixed spot. They can be moveable pieces like a bench, a cabinet, a table or even a mirror. You can figure which is your focal piece by looking around your house and add anything that has the potential to be a conversation starter.

Arrange your furniture smartly

The key to spark conversation in your house is to arrange the furniture in such a way that people are really inspired to talk to each other and comfortable enough to relax and enjoy in between conversations. Have pieces of furniture close enough so that people don’t struggle to hear each other.

Add interesting architectural details

Add ceiling medallions to period light fixtures, built-in seats in home corners and upgrade some details like door knobs and door hinges. These are a few ways to enhance the room with special touches.

It is important to create a sense of balance. No one likes sparsely furnished spaces nor overly cluttered rooms. If your home doesn’t draw you in, it is time to set things right!

Hope this article inspires you to create a beautiful living space that you can call home in every sense of the word.

Colour Trivia

Colour Facts For February 2022

If you are planning to paint your home with a paint colour that is more than a few shades off from the current paint, primer- is a must, especially if you want the truest version of the colour you have chosen. And if your chosen colour is red, it is important to remember that red paints don't offer the best opacity compared to other colours, so primer before paint is a good option to get a true, rich result, much faster. This will also help cut down on the number of coats required, ultimately saving you time and money.

Colour Quotes For February 2022

  • "I believe, I believe every day is a good day when you paint."

    - Bob Ross

  • "I would like to paint the way a bird sings."

    - Claude Monet

  • "I paint flowers so they will not die."

    - Frida Kahlo

Colour Tips For February 2022

  1. When deciding on best paint for walls, it is only natural to reach out for white to make a small, dark space feel larger. We are conditioned to think that darker colours will make a room more enclosed. On the contrary, our colour experts believe that some dark shades like charcoal grey, warm brown and muted teals can in fact open up a space and add depth and dimension. Painting woodwork such as window frames, doors, furniture etc. in a darker hue is also another interesting way to introduce colour and create an illusion of space in your home.
  2. With the spring season upon us, paint colours in sunny tones of vanilla, lime sorbet and mint can create delightful vibes. If you’re thinking of a summer refresh for your home, sorbet, pastel shades are an easy, breezy way to channel good vibes and a carefree spirit that reminds us of childhood- but in a more grown-up, contemporary way. If you wish to create a space in which you feel happy and uplifted, even when it is raining, try a lick of mint green, melon sorbet, misty rose or lilac.
  3. A stark difference in the wall colours and wood tones in a room can make it look even more distinct. The contrast calls more attention to a statement piece of furniture you wish to draw focus to. Dark finishes such as walnut, cherry and mahogany stand out against light wall colours such as pale blue or green. Similarly, light wood shows up boldly against a dark or bold colour on the walls. Remember this handy tip when choosing paint for wood to enhance and highlight the wood's beauty, not overpower or clash with it.

World Of Colours

Colours & Emotion For February 2022

  1. Red or green, blue or yellow. You can add any colour to your favourite walls. However, while you give your home walls a makeover in a new colour, it is equally important to check for wall leakage and dampness issues that may exist. You should get scientific treatment for wall leakages if you want to achieve long-lasting results. You can opt for Berger’s Homeshield service for effective wall and roof leakage solutions. Our professional team use Homeshield Moisture Meter, a specially designed device to measure moisture content in the wall. Depending on the reading, scientific treatment is prescribed.
  2. Have you been through a lot of stress of late? Well, our advice would be to add the colour green as generously as you can to your house. It is known to be one of the most restful colours to the eye and is perfect for almost any room of the house, ranging from the living room to the bedroom. The colour is known to have a soothing effect on the nerves and believed to help in alleviating stress by making you feel relaxed. You can add this comforting hue on your preferred walls and add décor pieces that complement it.

Colours & Fashion For February 2022

2022 fashion is all about standing out, so it comes as no surprise that a bold colour like red is being featured heavily in fashion collections. A symbol of hope, power and strength, this is a great go-to colour this year. Despite its intensity, red goes with a lot of colours and can easily find a place in your wardrobe. You can go for a layered look with a red jacket, sweater or blazer. If you find this hue fascinating, you can also create an accent wall in this bold interior colour. It is sure to garner a lot of attention from all.

Colours & Gems For February 2022

  1. Imperial Topaz

    Let us explore the world of gemstones together. What you see in the photograph is a gemstone known as Imperial Topaz. Occurring in various colours, right from deep golden yellow to medium brown, this gem is found in Brazil, Myanmar, the USA, Sri Lanka and Japan, to name a few. It is known to be used to promote confidence and self-realisation. It is also considered a stone with healing properties, aiding in nervous exhaustion. It is also believed to stimulate the appetite and activating life force and metabolism. Interested in adding this gemstone-inspired colour to your home? You can apply wall paint in a shade of brown to your room or upgrade the wooden surfaces in your home with a brown wood paint.

  2. Amethyst

    One of Earth’s sacred treasures, this violet gemstone is known as Amethyst. Not only is it beautiful to look at but is also considered to be spiritually helpful. Amethyst is known to expand the consciousness of the soul, bringing out the spiritual side of a person. This gemstone is also said to be helpful to ensure a good night's sleep or for those suffering from nightmares. If the beauty of this gem fascinates you, you can add a violet shade on your walls or use violet décor pieces as a beautiful ode.

Colours & Nature For February 2022

  1. Peacock Butterfly

    The colourful butterfly photographed here is called Inachis io, also known as the peacock butterfly. Considered as one of the most beautiful butterflies in United Kingdom, it has recently expanded its range in Scotland. The peacock butterfly is often seen in buildings and trees, appearing quite early in spring. It has interesting colours on its body, flaunting brownish-red wings, each with a single, large peacock-feather-like eyespot used to scare away predators. It rests with its wings closed, showing its almost black, well-camouflaged underside. Are you as fascinated as we are to learn about this insect?

  2. Andean Cock-of-the-Rock

    This delightful bird in the photograph is known as Andean cock-of-the-rock. It is not any other ordinary large cotingid bird native to South America; it is the national bird of Peru! The first alleged example of this bird’s species was documented in the mid-1700s during a research expedition that was carried out by the explorer and biologist, Sir Joshua Wilson. This bird is found in tropical and subtropical rainforests near rocky areas, where it builds its nests. Speaking of its colours, it flaunts a bright orange hue in combination with black. It has a heavy body, a broad-based bill and also sports a remarkable half-moon crest on its head, which is a sight for sore eyes!

Décor

Most Common Waterproofing Problems And Their Solutions

Most dampness prone areas and waterproofing solutions to combat them.

Our home is our safe place where we seek refuge from the world. And let’s be honest, no one wants their house to be ruined with damp patches and ugly stains. To help you out, our experts have listed down the most common waterproofing problems and their scientific solutions ft. Berger Homeshield Scientific Solutions.

Exterior Walls

The exterior walls face the brunt of heavy rains, strong winds and harmful UV rays. Other factors like underground water, leaky pipes, pollution and dust can cause further damage to the exterior walls. Lack of a robust waterproofing system, wrong choice of materials, no use of Homeshield Moisture Meter to determine moisture levels and using outdated waterproofing installation systems can further contribute to the deterioration of exterior walls.

Berger Homeshield has a range of waterproofing systems like Homeshield Waterproof Putty and Damp Shield Elasto that are best suited for external walls. They offer enhanced protection from external elements, protecting the integrity and aesthetics of your home.

Interior Walls

The focal point of waterproofing should be your interiors, especially damp prone areas like the bathroom, kitchen and utility area. Since these are the areas in the house from where most of the water ingress happens throughout the year. Any seepage from these walls can impact the adjacent walls.

However, sometimes the cause of dampness can also be external factors such as heavy rains. In these cases, it is a good idea to waterproof your internal walls. Remember that it is always better to get help sooner than later.

Berger Homeshield has a variety of interior waterproofing systems like Wall Shield 2K, Homeshield Waterproof Putty, Seal-o-Prime to keep your interiors waterproof and looking like new for years to come!

Roof

In any bungalow or building, the roof or the terrace is one of the most affected parts since it gets directly impacted by heavy rains during monsoons and extreme heat during summers. Moreover, many roofs are built with overhead tanks and pipelines which can cause dampness issues throughout the year. If proper scientific waterproofing solutions are not used, water from the roof can seep into the building's structure, especially if there are cracks and gaps in the roof.

Berger Homeshield has a variety of waterproofing systems for all your roof waterproofing requirements like Weathercoat Kool & Seal, Weathercoat Roof Guard, Damp Shield Elasto, PU RoofKoat, offering the ultimate waterproofing solution for your terrace.

Paint Colour Trends That Will Take Center Stage In 2022

Top paint colours you will love!

The new year is the perfect time to give your home a makeover. And nothing gives your home a new, fresh perspective as changing the wall colour. Paint your walls with calming blues or neutrals or go for a statement accent colour. You can either DIY one wall using Berger iPaint DIY Range or contact Berger Express Painting professionals for a complete makeover. If you’re looking to have more fun in your abode, give one of the top paint colours of 2022 a try!

Pantone’s Very Peri

As we move into a world of unprecedented changes, the selection of Pantone 17-3938 Very Peri brings a novel vision of the calm, trusted and beloved blue colour family. It displays a dynamic, joyous attitude that encourages creativity and freedom, making it a perfect wall paint colour.

To know how to include this versatile shade into your decor, read our blog on “How To Add Pantone Colour Of The Year- Very Peri Into Your Home Decor.

Warm Neutrals

These shades add timeless depth and character to any space they are introduced to. When paired with dusty blush, warm woods and rust hues, the colour combination feels well balanced.

Dusty Greens and Blues

As people continue to look for feelings of calmness and relaxation in their homes, green and blues are classic to-do shades to evoke these feelings.

Light Grey

For people who are bored of white but are still colour averse, light grey is the perfect 2022 upgrade. It is crisp and beautiful without being too stark, adding just a hint of colour to the space without overwhelming it.

Citron

Yellow has had a bad reputation in the past for being over the top. However, sunny, pastel shades of yellow are making a splash in the interior design world for their ability to add warmth to a home. Buttery, citron inspired hues are going to be major this summer and spring season. Pair citron hues with classic greens and neutral hues to create an uplifting and cheerful ambience.

Lessons In Colour To Keep In Mind

For when you’re planning a home makeover

Colour is a powerful medium. It can help make or break a space. But when it comes to choosing the best colours for home decor, the choices can be confusing. To sort you out, these lessons in colour will give you no-fail techniques to help you embrace colour for your interiors like never before!

Lesson 1: Curate a Colour Palette

Working with a colour palette does not only help create a cohesive feel, but it also helps with the transitions between rooms. You don’t want a jarring effect caused by an out of place colour, especially when you have smaller rooms. For a curated colour palette, pick colours closer to each other in the colour wheel for walls and add contrasting colours in minor doses.

Lesson 2: Don’t Be Afraid of Colour

One of the best ways to elevate the style of your space is to introduce some colour. However, some people are more colour-averse than they like to think. If that is the case, you can begin by adding colours in a limited manner, start small with key accessories like throw pillows, area rugs or a statement vase that can be easily switched out if your mood changes. Alternatively, you can opt for new neutrals that give the space a dose of colour but are subtle enough to pass off as neutral, like sage green, greige or pastel tones.

Lesson 3: Strike a Balance Between Prints And Colours

When using a statement pattern or print, it is important to keep the colour usage to a minimum to achieve a calmer, less chaotic effect. Balance out colours and prints with each other to create perfect harmony.

Lesson 4: Think Bold Furniture

Furniture is a great way to add colour to the space. Be it more traditional colours like cherry, oak or walnut or statement colours like red, green or blue, wooden paint can be used to add style and pizzazz to your home. For the best first impression, you can use wooden door paint colours in bright shades like black, red or mint green or simply recycle outdated furniture using Berger Imperia Breathe Easy range.

Colours & Ancient Sciences

Feng Shui For February 2022

Increase your productivity in your home office with some Feng Shui tips.

Energise Your Home Office With Feng Shui!

Become Colour Wise!

Colours play a huge role in Feng Shui. You can opt for hues like grey, green, yellow and orange to create a productive home office. Whatever colour you use, don’t forget to waterproof before painting.

Place Your Desk in 'Command Position'

The first thing that catches your attention when you open the door sets the tone for the entire home. An entrance way with proper Feng Shui feels welcoming, therefore the front door should be clean and free of obstacles like packages or shoes. Place a striking piece of art, object or furniture that is pleasing to the eye.

Simply put, the ‘command position’ is the position when sitting at your desk that puts you most in command of both your area and your work. This position stems from a need to have visible control over your surroundings.

The cardinal rule of Feng Shui is to have no clutter in the living space. It is the logical step to create efficiency and bring peace of mind. It is important to get rid of old things to find room for new things in life.If your work needs creativity, it would be great to have a view of the door from the chair, a solid wall behind you and a lovely view out of a window. If your present room does not have this set-up, you should consider moving your desk to another room. You could place a striking mirror in your room so that you are able to see the door from your desk.

It is important to face the entrance from where you are working to feel the most in control and confident in your area even if you use your lap or a counter and not a desk.

Highlight Your South Wall

Since the South area is the 'fame' area of Feng Shui, this is where you should highlight all of your personal and professional accolades and accomplishments.

Pay Attention to Your Southeast Corner

The southeast point of both your desk and your room should have items that are in balance with the southeast energies. You can place a small table top water fountain or a pretty potted flower close to a small fish tank to maximise the energy in the southeast area of the living space.

If you wish to give your work life a boost, you should look at what is going on in your home office and make some positive shifts so that it supports your intentions.

Hope this article serves as a guide in enhancing your home office.

Reiki For February 2022

Find out how to manage anger issues with the help of Reiki.

Reiki For Rage Issues!

Anger is an emotion that has been observed to bring out the worst in people. It can lead to tough consequences such as constant stress, destroyed relationships and poor decision making.

There are many ways to create a soothing environment to keep anger under control. Using calming house paint colour, listening to relaxing music, burning aromatic incense and lighting fragrant candles can help build a serene atmosphere.

In Reiki, some crystals are believed to help with stress relief and anger management. They can attract peaceful, soothing energy into your aura. They are believed to bring more awareness and mental clarity, helping in controlling anger. Here are some powerful crystals often used by energy healers and Reiki masters to tackle anger issues and relieve stress.

Bloodstone is composed of Green Chalcedony and Red Jasper. Both are believed to have grounding and calming properties. Bloodstone is an excellent stone for those who are undergoing tough times in their lives and finding it difficult to control their anger.

Smoky Quartz is used to reduce stress and release anger. It can be a wonderful tool for meditation and breathing techniques. This crystal can also be worn as a piece of jewellery. Its soothing energy is ideal for releasing and transforming anger and resentment into calm and clarity. It can help shift focus and control negative emotions. This crystal is a must-have for anger management and stress relief.

Peridot is a crystal that can act as a protective shield against harmful energies coming one’s way from others. One can wear it as jewellery or use it for meditation and breathing techniques to help release tension and anger.

Howlite is a soft stone with calming properties. It is believed to dissolve hate towards others and self-hatred, transforming these harmful negative emotions into calm, peace and tranquillity. It can also help one be patient while learning to deal with negative emotions.

We hope you find this article useful to resolve anger and stress issues in your life.

Vaastu For February 2022

Choosing and placing furniture as per Vaastu

Furniture Arrangement According To Vaastu!

Furniture can play a huge role in making your home a relaxing sanctuary. Picking the right pieces that are Vaastu-friendly can help bring happiness and positivity in the house. Correct selection and placement of furniture is key to balance the energies of the home.

According to Vaastu, it is advised that you keep all the heavy furniture along southern and western walls. It is also important to keep some space between walls and furniture. Make sure you keep the northern direction of the home free from any heavy furniture.

Furniture made from cedar, sal, sheesham, sagawan, neem wood or Ashoka should be chosen as these are safe from termites and ensure reduced maintenance cost. Wooden furniture is considered good for human health and the environment as wood doesn't emit harmful gases.

Colours recommended for the furniture placed in the south are brown, beige and earthy shades. Metallic shades and navy blue can be considered for the west. Light furniture should be placed in the North - these can be in pastel shades of blue and green while furniture in the eastern part of house can be a combination of lime yellow, peach and pastel orange.

If you wish to repaint your existing furniture, don’t forget to use a high-quality wood primer to increase its durability and ensure longevity.

It is also important to consider the height, width and depth of chairs, sofa or couches while arranging it in the house. Uneven furniture not only creates visual chaos but also negatively impacts the energies of the home. Furniture seats and cushions should be firm so that your body is correctly-supported and there is no unnecessary strain on the muscles.

Abstract designs or patterns on the upholstery is not advised as per Vaastu. However, you can choose flowers, stripes, leaves and similar motifs for the upholstery.

It is best to avoid irregular shapes such as triangle and oval. Square and rectangle are ideal as these are comforting for the eyes while asymmetrical shapes can be disturbing at a subconscious level. Hope you find this article helpful.

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