Choosing a color palette for your house can be quite intimidating. From the furniture, to the accessories, to the wall paint, there is so much to consider. Deciding on a color palette, however, does not have to be such a daunting task. The following steps will help take some of the stress out of selecting the perfect palette for your home. The most important thing to remember is that there are no rules when it comes to color. It is all up to your personal style and preference. Go about picking the color scheme for each room in your house just as you would pick an outfit to wear. What colors do you tend to gravitate towards? How do certain colors make you feel?

Look For Inspiration
Inspiration is everywhere-leaf through decorating magazines. Keep a collection of colors and ideas that appeal to you and catch your eye. When it is time to choose a color theme for a room, you can refer to your collection for inspiration.

Tackle Each Room Separately
Rather than selecting one main color theme for the entire house, focus on one room at a time. Decide on the mood you want to convey for each room. Take the living room as an example. The living room is the social room of the house. It is where you will be entertaining and gathering with family and friends. What is the feeling you want? Do you want a relaxed and laid back vibe or a modern and edgy room? For a relaxed living room, decorate using soft, earthy colors. Think creamy whites, warm browns, rich terracotta and gold. Incorporate wood and stone for inviting warmth and natural texture. For a more edgy, modern living room use cooler colors such as blue, silver, grey, black and white. Adding sleek furniture pieces in darker woods and accessorizing with pops of color also create a modern vibe.
Follow the steps above for each room in your house. Soon you will discover that deciding on a color palette for your house can be a stress-free and enjoyable experience