by Jaana Moisio

Created on: May 07, 2009

CHILDREN'S ROOMS - CREATE A MOOD WITH COLOR

Painting a child's rooms is a fun, easy and an inexpensive way to update the room. Color sets the mood for every single room design. Because colors are frequently associated with our moods and emotions, the psychology of colors plays a very important role in each child's color selection. Have you ever thought about how much of our everyday language is color-oriented? We talk about being "in the pink," or having a "rosy outlook," or "feeling blue." By using color to express our emotions, it's only natural that children have very definite reactions to colors.

When it comes to choosing colors for a room, involve your child in the decision-making process by showing him or her various color options. Observe the color(s) your child reacts to in a positive manner. Everyone has favorite colors, and a child is no exception. Whether it's delicate pinks or yellows for a feminine girl's room or bold primary colors for a boy, the space should reflect the child's personal choice. After all, it's easy to change the color of a room once the child grows up or you need to stage the home prior to selling.

The following are some 'rules-of-thumb' for evoking mood through color.

Red: A strong stimulating color. People who like reds yearn for the impulsive side of life. Red is a color of action, love, and courage. While reds can create a sense of warmth, they also stimulate and energize the viewer. The brightest of reds can increase desire and excitability. In addition, reds are associated with danger, passion, anger, and tension. Used to counterbalance neutral colors, red can add life and sparkle to a kid's room.

Blue: A serene, cool, and stately color. Blue lovers tend to be capable, conservative, and sensitive individuals. They are resourceful and know how to carry out responsibilities. They also tend to be very serious, opinionated, and a little stubborn. It's a great bedroom color as it slows the human nervous system and produces a calming effect that prepares the body to nod off to sleep. It can soften bright rooms, making one feel comforted and at peace. On the other hand, certain blues can make the viewer feel cold. Blues that are too dark have the same effect as black. Blue is a popular choice for both boys' (crisp blues) and girls' (pale blues) rooms.
Green: A calming and restful color. Green lovers tend to be fresh, natural and friendly in nature. People who like green tend to be social and

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