Draw inspiration from what’s around you: It’s a great idea to pull out a colour of something else that is going to be in the room that you wish to paint. It could be the colour from the fabrics such as cushion covers, curtains or décor pieces. If you're thinking of having an accent wall, look at the boldest colours around.

Spend some time with the colour wheel: A good rule of thumb is to use the colour wheel. Colours that lie near each other on the colour wheel such as blue and purple are analogous to each other and will allow one colour to stand out more than the other. Colours opposite each other on the colour wheel like red and green are complementary to one another and will work well. If you wish to achieve a soothing look, you can try to remain within the same shade.

Make colour relationships your guide: If you’re keen on painting and want to make a small room appear airy and larger, you can opt for colours like purples, greens and blues. For a vibrant appearance, pick shades like oranges, yellows and reds. If you find it difficult to choose between two colours, try swatches on the wall. You can try the various shades you like on sample boards or you can even try a handy tool such as Berger’s Virtual Painter, which lets you paint the walls of your home virtually, helping you get an idea of how the colour will look on your walls.

Don’t forget to take a look at your paint sample in the morning, at noon and at night. Also keep in mind that the colour changes as the light quality changes.

Now, that you know how to go about wall painting, what you thinking? Explore all your options and slather on the best colours on the walls of your home! Happy Painting.

in your home. Don’t worry; follow this guide to achieve great results in any room of your home.

To start off, move aside all the furniture, artwork and accessories from the room. Don't cover the floors with plastic as it can get slippery. Make use of old sheets and drop cloths to protect them from drips and splatters.

Next, the holes on the walls will need to be fixed using a five-in-one tool or wide blade and caulk wherever necessary. Sand dry spackle smooth, and prime each spot on the wall.

It is a good idea to remove the outlet covers for a cleaner and hassle-free paint job. Use a bristle brush or a paintbrush to get rid of the dust on trims, crown moulding and baseboards. Overlap seams by at least an inch so that seepage does not occur between pieces. Once done, seal the tape to the surface with fingers. The last step before wall painting is to base-coat the walls.

These simple tips will make sure that you get great results, whether you're simply adding a new colour to the wall or trying a cool decorative paint technique for an accent wall.

If you’re wondering where to pick these decorative wall paints from, fret not. There are many decorative wall paints in the market for you to choose from. Berger Paints India has a vibrant portfolio of paints and decor services.

You can get the beauty of a particular texture on the wall now with decorative paints and wall stencils. There are specific tools available in the paint store that shows its magic when used with paint on the walls to bring out the desired effect. It’s extremely easy to completely transform the look of your living space with decorative wall painting without encroaching on its area.

Wall stencilling is a simple and easy way to bring life to your home. And if you’re stuck for ideas, browse through the website of Berger Paints India for some stencil inspiration! Choose a decorative stencil depending on which area of your home you wish to revamp. The design will instantly add movement to your room design.

Now that you are aware of the availability of interior wall painting design, get started. Schedule an appointment with Berger Paints India and let the experts take over!

We all know how much colour can make or break the overall look and feel of a living space. Choosing the right shade can take a room from uninspired to unbelievable in a jiffy. The right shade has the power to set the mood of a room, which is why when selecting a colour palette, you can use the handy colour wheel to decide on the best shade for you. The colour wheel can be used in three ways in helping you choose a wall colour for your home.

Complementary: Choose one colour and then look across the colour wheel. Sometimes opposite just works! You could try a complementary colour scheme such as orange and blue.

Analogous: Pick the colour that you fancy, then select the colours right next to it. This can create harmony in your living space. An example of an analogous colour scheme is yellow and green.

Triadic: Try a contrasting colour palette such as orange, purple and yellow for a striking impact. They are evenly spaced out on the colour wheel.

With each of these colour combinations, keep in mind that tones and shades add another level of complexity. So, pick your colour shades for hall and other rooms in your home wisely.

When it comes to trends for 2019, the year is all about taking a mindful approach. Pantone's 2019 Colour of the Year - Living Coral is an interesting shade to work with. It has the ability to instantly uplift the mood of the space and infuse energy.

However, if you are still unsure how to work with the vibrancy of this gorgeous shade, you can try Berger’s Virtual Painter, a handy tool which lets you visualize how the hue will look like on your favourite walls even before you touch the paint brush to your walls. What you waiting for? Get started with picking a home colour design now!