With the hustle and bustle of every day lives, it’s a primary goal of most homeowners to come home at the end of the day to a space where they can kick back and relax. After putting in eight hours at the office, you want to settle in to a space that is calming, peaceful and perfect for those Netflix binges.

One of the easiest ways to accomplish the creation of a tranquil space is through repainting. Simply changing the color of your walls can completely change the environment and tone of a room. Below are a few tips for creating your own home oasis.

Pick Your Room

Maybe you want your whole home to feel like a calming retreat. What a great goal to have! But we all know between spouses, kids and grandkids, whole-home tranquility is a bit of a stretch. Instead, try focusing on one room at a time, creating one or two spaces that bring you calm. Maybe it’s your living room, or your bedroom. Whatever room it is, choose one that you want to, and maybe already do, spend a lot of time in.

Choose Neutral Colors

While a bold red or turquoise may be appealing to the eye, they don’t exactly speak tranquility. For your ultimate relaxing spot, go with warm and cool neutrals with undertones of yellow, blue, green or brown. Residential painting contractors can make suggestions for you, as well, working in factors such as the amount of natural light in your room. The wall color sets the overall tone of the room, so if your message is relaxation, choose a relaxing color. If you desire pops of color throughout the room, choose bright accessories, such as throw pillows or artwork. They’ll still add liveliness to the space, while working within your overall neutral setting.

Reduce the Clutter

One of the easiest ways to reduce the effects of a tranquil space is to fill said space with…stuff. Try to keep the overall style of your room as minimal as possible. The less stuff you keep in there to begin with, the less you have to clean up! If the space you choose is your living room, keeping it clean and free of junk is a little bit easier said than done. But consider investing in some big wicker baskets where you can store the magazines, newspapers, toys, etc. Then they can easily be set off to the side of the room or on shelving to be less intrusive.

Choose Quality Paint

When you create a tranquil space, you want it to stay as tranquil as possible for as long as possible. Choosing quality paint that has washability is a good way to ensure your space will last. Consider hiring a professional painting contractor to get the job done right and add peace of mind. With a quality job, your painting project will provide years of tranquility.

[dot_recommends]