While a classic white ceiling is the most

popular choice for homeowners, it can be too

stark and dull. This is why some homeowners

are starting to disregard the rule that ceilings

should always be white. Many are starting to incorporate bolder and brighter

colours to add visual interest and personality to the overall look of a room.

Light and Spacious

If the goal is to make a small room feel bigger, light paint colours could work well.

It is best, however, to keep the colour contrast between the walls and ceilings to a

minimum to effectively open up a small space. Too much contrast between the

colours won’t work when trying to make a small room feel larger.

Monochromatic and Cohesive

Using the same colours for the walls and ceilings is becoming a popular choice for

many homeowners. This makes it so that the ceiling blends with the rest of the

room. Monochromatic colours can make the space look smaller or larger

depending on the chosen hues. Light colours can make the room feel airy, while a

darker hue brings everything in.

When using monochromatic colours for ceilings and walls, design experts

recommend painting the trim and moulding with lighter hues. This can add

contrast and texture to the room, and highlight the architectural features of the

space.

Dark and Intimate

Spacious rooms often feel cold because of too much unused or bare space. Darker

paint colours can bring the ceiling down and make the room seem smaller.

Medium to dark hues like chocolate brown can make the room feel warm and

cosy. Painting the ceiling black is also a good choice to add visual interest.

Darker hues are also ideal to define an area.

Homeowners with an open floor plan can use

this trick to distinguish one space from

another. A black or a darker ceiling can help

separate rooms, without the trouble of using

room dividers.

Homeowners can spruce up rooms by painting

the ceiling with a bolder or lighter colour.

They can use certain colours and trims to

make a space feel roomy, cohesive, intimate,

formal, or casual. The trick is to use the ceiling paints with ultra-sheen to diffuse

light throughout the room.

Resources:

http://www.globaldecorating.com.au/

http://www.bhgrealestate.com/Live/Make-Over/Color/Color-Starts-with-the-

Ceiling(2).html

http://houseandhome.com/design/ceiling-colour