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1. How To Choose Wall Colors™ One of the biggest decisions to make when redecorating is what color to paint the walls. By now you have probable decided that white and off white are boring colors for your walls and you'd like some wall painting tips to help you decide what colors to use. If you've thought that the only safe colors to paint your walls was white or off white, think again. In this article we'll help you choose your wall color, tell you how to prepare the wall, suggest supplies you'll need and applaud when you finish your project.There are colors, plus shades and tints of those colors, that will show off your beautiful woodwork and cabinets so much better than the white does. You're afraid to jump in with both feet and paint with bold colors? You don't want to do your first project in a deep red? Okay, so we'll talk about some safe color choices. Think olive green, antique gold or dusty blue. One of these colors will look great with almost any combination of accessory colors. Decide which color family would look best with your carpet, couch and chairs. Look through decorator magazines or the leaflets in a paint store for more ideas. But, remember that red color for later when you might want to spice up a small laundry or bathroom. When you choose your color, just keep in mind the colors in your room that won't be changed soon. For instance, the carpet, couch or chairs. But if you are planning on making those changes soon, I'd recommend making those purchases before you paint. One tool. Endless possibilities. Be sure to visit this site----you'll be glad you did.Just click on the Sherwin-Williams Color Visualizer and have fun. It can be a scary thought if you have never used color on your walls. When you have decided on the perfect paint chip color for your room, choose the chip one shade lighter to buy. Paint color usually appears darker when spread over a large area. With a little preparation, painting a wall doesn't have to be a hard job. 1. Take down the pictures and mirrors and stash them somewhere safe. Now is also a good time to wash them so they're ready to be rehung later. 2. Take down the window treatments so you can paint close to the woodwork. 3. Fill the plastic buckets with lids small cracks and nail holes with spackling compound and when it is dry, sand the spot with fine sandpaper. 4. Take off the socket and switch covers. 5. Remove the lighter furniture to another room. Push the larger things to the center of the room or cover them where they are. 6. CAUTION: If you have a Grandfather or Grandmother clock, be aware that they can be very touchy. If you move them you may have to have the clock rebalanced. If you have a favorite picture hanging in your room------pick colors from the painting for your wall color and for accessories such as throw rugs and pillows. Pictures that are pleasing to your eye are a great source for helping to decide what colors to use in your roon. The painting pleases you because the colors in the painting "go together." If you look carefully, you'll notice that your choices are limitless. It's always good to have a touch of black in any of your color combinations. Kind of like a comma in a sentence. For your walls, choose a flat or eggshell finish. 1. Plastic covering to cover the floor and any objects that can't be moved. If you don't want to buy the plastic covering, gather together a few old bed sheets to use for throws. 2. A 6' ladder that has a tray to hold your paint pan or bucket. 3. Your paint, a paint can opener or flat screwdriver and a stir stick. 4. A paint pan lined with a plastic liner or use heavy duty tinfoil to line your pan. Who wants to wash a messy roller pan?