| Color
Trends 2005
What The Best Dressed Walls Will Be
Wearing
What
do chocolate brown, bright blue, and melon all
have in common? Each is a color that will be
gaining in popularity during 2005. As part of
our annual color forecast, the Rohm and Haas
Paint Quality Institute is excited to share paint
palette trends that will enliven your living
space, both inside and out.
Incorporating these exciting and unexpected hues
will certainly keep your home and individual living spaces on the cutting
edge of design and color options.
Caribbean
Brights
Color rich with a tropical flair will increase in use. Perhaps because
of costal second  home
popularity, vibrant and exciting colors such as ocean blue, mango,
twilight purple and sunny yellow make for a fun and beach-like palette.
Useful in bedrooms, sunrooms, kitchens and any area where warmth is
required, this palette is sure to provide a bit of Caribbean punch!
Incorporate this palette into your backyard or garden setting. Wooden
chairs, trellises and other garden focal points can benefit from this
exciting splash of color.
The
New Whites
 As
consumers look for soulful spots within their
living space, soft whites will allow for restful
and serene contemplation. Not stark but warmed,
the new whites can provide the peaceful backdrop
that allows for end of the day de-stressing.
Perfect for living rooms, bedrooms and even quiet
baths, this palette can refresh even the most
tired space. Use white in a high sheen finish
and add additional light reflectance and ambiance.
Deeptone Hues
 This
hearty palette began to develop a following in 2004 with interest in
warming and inviting family spaces. Continuing in 2005, rich reds,
chocolate and sable browns, deep greens and blues can be used either
sparingly on one wall surface or in combination above or below a chair
rail and to visually lower a high ceiling, often seen in new home construction.
A dynamic palette, these colors create excitement and provide drama
to powder rooms, family rooms and foyers. For a cabin-like atmosphere
to a sophisticated living space, this group will make a statement.
Shine
On
 Brushed
metallic surfaces are replacing those shiny brass
finishes used in the past. Soft pewter, mellow
copper and brushed nickel are the perfect complement
to today’s kitchen appliances and bath
accessories. Whether used to highlight a niche,
alcove or single wall, today’s softer metallics
will be a showcase selection.
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