Color Trends
Color in the home has made a huge comeback… and with good reason. "It lifts our moods. It's energizing," says Steven Sampson, who has operated a painting and decorating business for 30 years. Steven says that communication with a client from start to finish is key and he prides himself on providing personalized consultations and superior quality workmanship.Steven Sampson's Painters & Decorators is a full-service, interior and exterior operation, which means that Steven and his crew recognize that thorough preparation is essential for high-quality results. They skillfully repair sheetrock or plaster, install and remove wallpaper and prime when the job requires it. "When working on bare exterior wood, we prime it twice because the first coat soaks in." Steven says.
Stevens' meticulous methods carry through to his staff. "Our guys are professional, skilled craftsmen who've been with the company for many years," he says. He adds that he and his crew are known for their artful skill in fine enameling woodwork.
Consulting with his clients is another service that Steven enjoys. He's enthusiastic about the color forecast for this year, pointing out slate, metal tones such as copper and bronze, deep reds, blues, oranges and vibrant yellow. He says, "We're seeing a bold, vibrant palette in kitchens and living spaces, and soft, romantic colors in suites and baths."
During consultations, Steven suggests looking at fabrics, upholstery and accessories in a client's home and identifying paint swatches that complement them. It's a good rule of thumb to "identify a color in the middle of a swatch, then move up to the lighter shades for ceilings or trim and move down to darker shades for accents." If a client still is not sure of color selection, Steven suggests buying a quart of paint and making a 4' by 4' swatch. "It should be observed in different light and next to adjoining rooms to make sure that it flows," he says.