If you have noticed your friends or family take over social media to share photographs of stunning sunsets in the past month, you are not alone. Such twilight hues can be spotted during the pre-monsoon season, according to meteorologists. This stunning colour combination of orange and red adorning the sky is commonly known as Buddha Rays or in more scientific-terms, crepuscular rays. It occurs when there is moisture left in the air after a thunderstorm in surrounding areas. There is a refraction of the sun’s rays over the sky and the moisture or water particles act like a prism. Next time you witness this spectacle, you will know the science behind the picturesque sky!

Egyptian Blue, also known as calcium copper silicate, is one of the first artificial pigments in human history. Its typical blue colour comes from one of its main components, copper- that ranges from a dark to light hue, depending on its composition. In Egyptian belief, blue was a very important colour since it was considered as the colour of the heavens and associated with water and the Nile. Egyptian Blue was used widely in paintings, tombs and even mummies’ coffins. In the 19th century, Egyptian Blue was rediscovered. The excavations in Pompeii revealed that many wall paintings had used the colour.

The prevalence of pink bakery box, in fact, has a psychological reason behind it. If you have a sweet tooth, you must have definitely come across plenty of boxes and packaging in this colour. Be it neatly-stacked cupcakes, doughnuts or chocolates, be it in a movie or television show (Mad Men fans would know!), pink dessert boxes are hardly a coincidence. According to research, sweets and desserts taste better in pink boxes or when served on pink serve ware. Pink is also said to stimulate appetite and increase sugar cravings. So, the next time you see a pink box, you know that the bakery owner has put some thought in branding and colour psychology.

Remember that strong smell when you get your home painted? It is from chemicals called volatile organic compounds (VOCs), some of which have also been linked to cancer. The good news? Berger Paints have low and no-VOC paints, which make them healthier for you and your family. Choosing these paints for your walls can improve indoor air quality drastically (and your health too!). Anti-bacterial paint like Berger Paints Silk Breathe Easy kills 99% of bacteria, making it a great choice for hospitals, kids room and kitchen walls. The paint is also proven to keep the indoor air clean and has anti-pollution properties. Green Label certification means you are not exposed to harmful and toxic chemicals. If you’re looking for healthy and eco-friendly paints, this one is a no-brainer.

Our homes are supposed to be a safe haven where we can relax. Unfortunately, we wind up bringing home all the germs and bacteria through dirty hands, shoes and clothing. Even if your home looks clean, it might still have contaminants that can affect your health. High-touch areas like walls require sanitisation and cleaning, just like the floor or any other surfaces. To keep your walls bacteria-free, get them painted with Ghar Ka Sanitizer-Silk Breathe Easy by Berger Paints. The paint is proven to kill 99% of bacteria and helps the home interiors be safe and healthy.

Make a small room appear larger with a green accent wall. Incorporate wooden furniture and jewel-tone accessories for a modern, fun colour combination. These nature-inspired colours will remind you of the forest, nature and everything green and lush and can help create a relaxing ambiance in any room. An earthy palette can be given a sophisticate makeover with the right accessories. Jewel-tone accessories enhance the look and support the strong shades wonderfully.