Interiors
Rosarian • DEW307 • LRV 78
Quiet Splendor • DE5323 • LRV 75
Gypsum Rose • DET452 • LRV 58
Summer Hue • DE5288 • LRV 81
Sonora Shade • DE5263 • LRV 33
Midday Sun • DE5289 • LRV 73
Weathered Saddle • DE5187 • LRV 22
Burst of Gold • DE5333 • LRV 46
Walls: Cameo • DEC742, Trim: Warm White • DEW380
Arabian Red • DEA155 • LRV 13
Apple Cider • DE5270 • LRV 36
Just Pink Enough • DE5091 • LRV 80
Merlot • DE5055 • LRV 13
Le Corbusier Crush • DET421 • LRV 17
Cherry Cola• DEA156 • LRV 10
Mesa Rose • DE5114 • LRV 51
Garnet Evening • DEA147 • LRV 7
Scarlet Past • DEA150 • LRV 11
Rocky Mountain Red • DET442 • LRV 8
Interiors This is a collection of Perfect Palette®’s most popular colors from every color family for interiors. Use them for inspiration as you choose the perfect color to express your vision.
Cottage White • DEW318 • LRV 80
Swiss Coffee • DEW341 • LRV 83
White Picket Fence • DET648 • LRV 87
Whisper • DEW340 • LRV 87
Gourmet Honey • DE6150 • LRV 58
Thatched Roof • DE6177 • LRV 70
Sandcastle • DEC740 • LRV 65
Navajo White • DEC772 • LRV 70
Regency Cream • DE5325 • LRV 50
Cameo Role • DET671 • LRV 60
Muslin • DE6227 • LRV 59
Porous Stone • DE6220 • LRV 57
Roman Brick • DEC713 • LRV 23
Terracotta Sand • DE6136 • LRV 49
Serene Thought • DE6234 • LRV 49
Shaggy Barked • DEC771 • LRV 38
Northern Territory • DEA158 • LRV 7
Mesa Tan • DEC718 • LRV 27
Calico Rock • DE6229 • LRV 28
Center Ridge • DE6230 • LRV 18
Whispering Rain • DE5533 • LRV 76
Snow Lodge • DE5799 • LRV 61
Sea Glass • DEC775 • LRV 50
Hamilton Blue • DE6333 • LRV 29
Mow the Lawn • DET520 • LRV 43
China Clay • DE5802 • LRV 23
Heritage Blue • DET550 • LRV 41
Nightfall • DE5804 • LRV 8
Walls: Blue Earth • DE5853 and Bone • DEC765, Trim: Warm White • DEW380
Tickled Crow • DEC780 • LRV 45
Lavender Princess • DE5988 • LRV 65
California Sagebrush • DET513 • LRV 31
Soft Lilac • DE5974 • LRV 63
Porpoise • DE6373 • LRV 65
Ashen Plum • DE6396 • LRV 27
Boxwood • DEC778 • LRV 18
Plum Wine • DE5978 • LRV 12
Castlerock • DE6375 • LRV 37
Espresso Macchiato • DET680 • LRV 7
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Things to consider when painting interiors Light colors make a room seem larger, while dark colors are better for accenting recessed areas and highlighting details. Use items in a room to give hints when choosing color. Pick a piece of furniture, art or a pillow for inspiration. Select the dominant color and see what other colors work well with it. Connecting rooms should share color elements. For example, use the same color on molding in adjoining rooms to unify an open space. Use light and dark colors to create interest. Attractive architectural features, such as molding and columns, can be emphasized by painting them a darker or lighter color. Consider the type of flooring in your home. The color of the carpet or hardwood flooring plays an important role in the feel of a room and can affect how a color appears. Because white naturally reflects light, it is a popular choice for ceilings. To add a feeling of intimacy and give your room a more refined look, try painting the ceiling a shade or two lighter than the walls.
How light affects color The quality of natural light changes the appearance of colors throughout the day.
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Direct sunlight provides a constant light source and maintains color consistency. Sunlight varies from morning to noon to dusk. Colors appear more golden in the morning and as the sun sets. North-facing rooms get less direct sunlight, and the light tends to be cool (blue/green). South-facing rooms receive more direct sunlight, which tends to be warmer (yellow/orange). So, balance color by using warm colors in north-facing rooms and cool colors in south-facing ones.
Artificial light can change colors depending on the type of bulb.
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Incandescent, or standard light bulbs, are more yellow than natural light and can give a warm, golden glow to colors. Fluorescent, or sealed tube lights, come in several color variations. Warm fluorescent bulbs bring out reds and other warm colors. Cool fluorescent bulbs highlight blues and other cool colors. Color-corrected fluorescent bulbs provide a more accurate appearance of a color. Halogen bulbs give a crisp, white light that affects colors less than other bulbs.
Natural Light
Artificial Light
COLOR CHIPS AND PAINT: These color chips are produced as accurately as possible; however, actual paint colors may vary from these samples and from batch to batch. Paint colors are affected by many factors, including lighting, age, type of finish, type of surface and adjacent colors. Some colors may require more than one coat for complete coverage. If final color appearance and color matches are critical, paint should be sampled on the actual surface before full application. Application of the paint constitutes acceptance of the color. Dunn-Edwards assumes no responsibility for color after application.
GLOSS RECOMMENDATIONS INTERIOR
WALLS Family Room Living Room Dining Room Bedroom Kids’ Room
Flat <5
Matte 5-8
Velvet 5-9
Eggshell 10-15
Low Sheen 20-25
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Gloss 70-80
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MAIN BODY Stucco Masonry & Brick Walls Wood Siding Aluminum Siding Vinyl Siding
Flat <5
Velvet 5-9
Eggshell 10-15
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ACCENTS & TRIM Doors & Windows Soffit, Fascia & Eaves Wood Fences Shutters Garage Doors & Gutters Metal Gates
Low Sheen 20-25
Semi-Gloss 40-50
Gloss 70-80
High Gloss >85
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PRODUCT RECOMMENDATIONS EVEREST® is a complete line of ultrapremium, low odor, Zero VOC, self-priming, 100% acrylic paints, ideal for use on highend residential and commercial projects. They apply easily and feature exceptional hide, superior stain resistance, washability and adhesion.
ARISTOSHIELD® is an ultra-premium interior/exterior enamel formulated with advanced water-based urethane alkyd technology, ideal for use on high-end residential, commercial, and industrial projects.
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