![Alt text: Left image shows a stunning sunset with mix of orange, yellow and red colours.
Right image shows an open green pasture with blue skies above.](https://www.behr.com/colorfullybehr/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/image-9.png)
Colour is used to create a variety of moods in a room. It is a very influential aspect of how you want your room to feel and the style you want to design in the space. We tend to lean either towards colours with warm undertones or cool undertones. Whichever one you choose will have influence over your space.
If you are someone who prefers the glow of sunsets, then warm undertones will be for you. If you lean more towards wide open spaces with green grass and blue skies, then you may want to opt for cooler undertones.
![Alt text: Left image shows a cozy bedroom with slanted ceilings and soft green walls, there is a single metal frame bed with white bedding. To the left of the bed, there is a wooden side table with toys and books and on the right is a wooden chair.
Right image shows a bedroom with light green walls and two windows letting in natural light. The bed has a grey quilt and there is a small wooden side table and wicker chair with an area rug.](https://www.behr.com/colorfullybehr/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/image-10.png)
Back to Nature (left image) features yellow undertones making it a warmer green tone. It is effortless and captures the essence of relaxation. Jojoba (right image) when used is a cooler green with a touch of blue to it. It is versatile enough not only for a bedroom but to use in spaces you want to create a cooler look in.
![Alt text: Left image shows a simple neat work space setup against a pink wall. There is a white desk with two drawers accompanied by a white chair.
Right image shows modern living room with office space setup. The room features a grey sofa and wooden office desk with a white chair.](https://www.behr.com/colorfullybehr/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/image-11.png)
Much like a bold red, a pinky peach will still give off warmth in a most subtle way. Seaside Villa (left image) can be used to bring a sense of lightness and can be paired with white furnishings so the walls become the main focus. Dark Pewter (right image) is an icy grey with blue undertones. It will generate a cool space especially in an office where you want to relax your eyes after looking at a computer screen.
![Alt text: Left image shows a bright red three door dresser against a wall with white wainscoting. The floor is covered by a grey and white patterned rug.
Right image shows a bright blue wooden bench with an intricate backrest design, placed against a light cool wall. To the right of the bench stands a white ceramic vase with geometric patterns, next to an arrangement of purple flowers.](https://www.behr.com/colorfullybehr/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/image-12.png)
A simpler way to bring in warm and cool tones into a space is by adding it to furniture. A simple pop of Fire Cracker (left image) will add a fiery, bold statement. This colour emphasizes how warm colours can make us feel energized and happy. A cooler option is Perfect Sky (right image) which is sure to refresh and provide comfort simply by being seen on a bench.
![Alt text: Left image shows a beautifully designed dining room with a mid-century modern vibe. Against the right wall is a larger dresser.
Right image shows a cozy, modern dining room with light blue walls and a built-in seating area under a window. There is a small round table and a larger dresser against the back wall.](https://www.behr.com/colorfullybehr/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/image-14.png)
Choosing between greys is easy once you know if you prefer a warm or a cool toned grey. Graceful Gray (left image) is a great option if you prefer warm tones. This hue will elevate any space with its warm taupe undertones. If you prefer a cooler grey option then Zero Gravity (right image) is ideal. This hue has a soft blue undertone that will give you more of a coastal look and feel.
![Alt text: Left image shows a kitchen with white cabinetry and a blue island counter. There are three bar stools in front of the island, and a patterned backsplash between the upper and lower cabinets.
Right image shows a modern kitchen with a central island and bar stools. The kitchen features wooden cabinets and stainless steel appliances. Cabinets are painted a rust orange and walls are a cream hue.](https://www.behr.com/colorfullybehr/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/image-15.png)
Introducing touches of coolness and warmth is also a great way to showcase your kitchen. Cool colours in a kitchen such as Adirondack Blue, (left image) which is a cool slate blue that is calm yet sophisticated can provide a subtle amount of coolness when painted on a kitchen island.
Painting kitchen cabinets a warm rust orange in Maple Glaze (right image) will evoke comfort with its warm undertones and give your kitchen a nice pop.
![Alt text: Left image shows a stylish interior setting with a distinctive colour palette and decor. There’s a tall, high-back chair with an intricate brown and white pattern. There’s a simple gray ottoman or bench and pots with plants in between the high back chair and ottoman.
Right image shows a stylish living room with a colour-blocked wall in shades of blue and coral. A golden sofa with wooden side table towards the foreground and background is a gray ottoman.](https://www.behr.com/colorfullybehr/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/image-16.png)
If you cannot decide between warm and cool colours for your space, embark on a new way of (to?) colour by combining the two together. Create a harmonious look with Jean Jacket Blue, (left image) a cool saturated denim blue, pairing it with Saffron Strands, (left image) an exotic gold that has deep warmth and charisma.
Another seamless look is pairing a cool steel blue in Blueprint (right image) with Mars Red (right image) which is a dusty pinky red hue. This combination is sure to provide some coolness while adding warmth, giving you the best of both worlds.
Narrow down your painting choices by deciding if you want to display the warmth of a sunset, the coolness of a bright sky or even a combination of both. Visit these colours and more on behr.ca.
Colourfully Yours,
Deanna