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How colour can play on our mood

Spring is the perfect time to give your space a fresh coat of paint

Spring is a time of renewal, so consider making over some of your spaces with a fresh coat of paint. Don’t forget to consider the psychology of colour and the role it can play on our mood.

Resene colours from left to right: Resene New Day, Resene Ocean Waves, Resene Comfortably Numb

If you’re thinking blue…

This hue often tops the favourite colour lists and for good reason. Blue can evoke feelings of calmness, relaxation, peace, tranquillity and security, making it a great bedroom option. It can also promote productivity and creativity, so consider blue in your home office.

Resene colours from left to right: Resene Staycation, Resene Aquamarine, Resene Green Days

If you’re thinking green…

As it’s the colour of nature, it’s not surprising that green promotes feelings of health, refreshment and a naturalness. On one hand, it can be relaxing, but it also has the ability to motivate and create feelings of optimism. A great hue to accent in your kitchen.

Resene colours from left to right: Resene Pink Lace, Resene Coconut Ice, Resene Valentine

If you’re thinking pink…

This much-loved colour is considered by many to invoke positive, warm and comforting feelings. The shade is said to calm emotional energy and encourage nurturing. People also associate the colour with love and kindness. While unconventional, pink could be great in an entranceway to make people feel welcome in your home.

Resene colours from left to right: Resene Daylight, Resene Liquid Gold, Resene Moondance

If you’re thinking yellow…

Of course this colour inspires feelings of happiness. As the shade is often associated with the sun, it’s only natural that yellow can make people feel warm, optimistic, cheerful, energised and hopeful. If you have a space in your home that doesn’t get much light, consider using yellow in the space.

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