Many homeowners reach a point where they feel the urge to freshen up their living space. This might happen when you first purchase your home and want to update the colour of the walls before moving in or during a home revamp. Either way, making changes not just with the colour of the wall and ceiling but also their texture is a great way to give your home a unique appeal.

There are many types of texture walls to choose from in order to create the aesthetic that you desire. Explore these interior and exterior wall textures:

Comb Texture

This can be created using techniques that produce lines of various widths and shapes in a drywall compound. This type of texturing is used to create repeated designs on walls such as rainbows, zigzags or wavy lines.

Popcorn Texture

This is one of the most common types of wall textures found in homes, usually on ceilings and exterior walls. It is a good choice for uneven surfaces since it is rough and can hide many flaws. Its thick application can also create a sound-dampening effect, making it an ideal choice for exterior walls.

Orange Peel

Orange peel texturing is another common wall texture, aptly named after its shallowly dimpled effect that looks like the outside of an orange. It is smoother and softer than popcorn texture, ideal for spaces you wish to add aesthetics and relaxation all the same at once.

Sand Swirl

This kind of texturing can look very unique, depending on how you paint it into your drywall and the type of brush you use. A swirled texture is a particularly attractive wall finish because it has a more decorative look as compared to other textures. Perlite paint that has sand mixed into it can be used to achieve this texture.

It can seem like a big task to choose a wall paint colour since it can look different from room to room and at different times of the day. Not to forget, it has to be harmonious with other colours in the space.

Here are some tips that will help you choose the perfect interior paint colours for your space:

Find Colour Inspiration

Magazines and online resources such as Pinterest are a staple for decorating inspiration. You can create a mood board for your favourite ideas. Pick the interior colour combinations and decor styles you love the most and get some inspiration for your home wall update..

Create A Whole Home Colour Palette

If you’re decorating a small house, flowing paint colour throughout the rooms can give an illusion of a bigger space. The most stunning way to use flowing colour is to choose a neutral paint colour that will be your signature shade for the entire home. Each room can have its accent colours or you can use the same accent colours in different rooms.

Test At Home With Accurate Lighting

Since lighting will affect how the paint colours look in your home, it is important to test them out. After you have chosen a few paint colours, pick up some samples and test them out in all kinds of lights, at different times of the day.

Choose The Right Paint Type- And Sheen!

Another thing that drastically affects how your paint colour will look is the sheen. The higher the sheen, the easier it is to keep clean. Unfortunately, a high sheen will also show more imperfections. So, if you are trying to hide some flaws, opt for paints with a lower sheen.

Paint Colour Tools Can Make Choosing Paint Colours Easier

Choosing a paint colour can be easier with the help of a handy tool. Berger Virtual Painter offers colour palettes created around your colour depending on which room you wish to paint. You can visualise how a particular shade or a combination of different shades will look on your interior and exterior walls, making it easier to choose paint colours. You can explore the tool here: https://www.bergerpaints.com/utility-tools/virtual-colour-painter/

Wooden furniture adds elegance and sophistication to the overall space. The natural design, colour and shine of the wooden furniture make each piece unique. But it is prone to wear and tear over time, be it a scratch or water stain.

One of the best ways to protect your furniture is to use a high quality wood coating. No matter how new or old the furniture is, it can act as a defensive shield and enhance the aesthetic of the furniture. Berger Imperia Breathe Easy is a low VOC, non-toxic, water based wood coating product meant for interior and exterior wood. It is available in both opaque and clear forms, very easy to apply and ideal for repainting purposes, making it an ideal choice for all wooden surfaces in your home.

Here are some important tips to keep in mind while coating your wooden furniture:

Prepare The Coating Surface

Make sure that the surface to be coated is sanded for an effortless, even look. Once the surface is smooth, take a lint-free cloth soaked in thinner and get rid of any dust and unwanted particles. Follow this with one coat of paint for wood. Allow it to dry completely and then go for another coat. For a smooth, flawless finish, use sandpaper in between the coats.

Don’t Forget To Sand In Between Coats

Sanding in between coats is important because smooth surfaces absorb paint evenly, giving a classy, clean look to your furniture. For a better sanding experience, our experts recommend using coarse gravel sandpaper followed by fine-grit sandpaper. Ensure that you always sand in one direction and brush off the dust and grains before applying any coatings.

Revamping Old Furniture

If you’re planning to repaint old furniture, check the condition of the surface first. If the paint is peeling off, make sure you scrape it off before repainting by using sandpaper. This will not only give the furniture a clean look but also help apply paint in a quick, efficient way. You can choose from a wide variety of wood colour paints that is sure to give your old furniture a completely new look!