I will say it over and over again - paint is one of the best DIY projects out there and easily gives you the most bang for your buck when it comes to updating your space. That being said, it can feel nearly impossible at times to find the RIGHT color for your space. I was chatting with another designer the other day whose client had tried eight, yes EIGHT, different colors in their living room and still couldn’t find one they liked (like, they had painted the living room completely eight separate times… not just eight samples). I don’t mind painting, but not that often. So, to help you avoid similar paint catastrophes, here are three dos and don’ts for selecting a paint color:

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Finally, if you’re feeling overwhelmed, consider hiring a color consultant to help you pick a color or even a whole palette for your home. Designers and color consultants make more paint selections in a year than most people do in their entire lives. Paint may not be expensive, but it is a time investment if you DIY or costly once you’ve hired pros. Make sure you take some time to get it right - you’ll be that much happier with the end result!