{"id":19904,"date":"2024-01-23T08:00:00","date_gmt":"2024-01-23T08:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.behr.ca\/colourfullybehr\/?p=19904"},"modified":"2024-01-25T16:29:27","modified_gmt":"2024-01-25T16:29:27","slug":"how-colours-affect-mood","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.behr.ca\/colourfullybehr\/how-colours-affect-mood\/","title":{"rendered":"How Colours Affect Mood"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"814\" src=\"https:\/\/www.behr.ca\/colourfullybehr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/MADIGANSTUDIOS_BEHR_COLORTRENDS_BEDROOM_001_Voyage-PPU13-07-1024x814-1.jpg\" alt=\"A bedroom with the headboard wall painted in a muted blue colour, styled with a neutral bedframe, blue linens and pillows, and side tables\" class=\"wp-image-19905\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Colour plays a big role in your home and how it will affect your mood. Before choosing a colour, it is good to know how you will be using the space and how you want to feel when you\u2019re in it. Different colours can bring out certain emotions that we\u2019ll cover in this post.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are looking to feel calm, relaxed and at peace you might gravitate towards light to mid tone hues with a cool undertone. In the bedroom above,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.behr.ca\/consumer\/ColorDetailView\/PPU13-07\">Voyage PPU13-07<\/a>\u00a0is a balanced muted blue. If you are going for a serene like vibe, this colour and similar colours will be the ideal choice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"645\" src=\"https:\/\/www.behr.ca\/colourfullybehr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/MADIGANSTUDIOS_BEHR_MODERNTEXTURE_BEDROOM_010_RGB-1024x645-1.jpg\" alt=\"A bedroom with walls painted in different colours \u2013 a terracotta tone, black, and a light neutral colour\" class=\"wp-image-19908\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>This bedroom feels like a soothing sanctuary. The warmth of\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.behr.ca\/consumer\/ColorDetailView\/S210-4\">Canyon Dusk S210-4<\/a>\u00a0and\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.behr.ca\/consumer\/ColorDetailView\/PPU5-12\">Almond Wisp PPU5-12<\/a> generate enthusiasm and positivity. A black bold accent wall in\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.behr.ca\/consumer\/ColorDetailView\/PPU18-20\">Broadway PPU18-20<\/a>\u00a0elevates the room with a note of drama.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"692\" src=\"https:\/\/www.behr.ca\/colourfullybehr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/2018_KeithMadigan_Dining-Room-4-Ways-Casual-v3_PPU2-02_RED-PEPPER-1024x692-1.jpg\" alt=\"A dining room with walls painted in a bold red colour, styled with a mid-century modern dining set and sideboard\" class=\"wp-image-19910\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>When used well, red can trigger the best feelings of power, strength and energy. A red hue in a dining room is the perfect area to lift your mood.\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.behr.ca\/consumer\/ColorDetailView\/PPU2-02\">Red Pepper PPU2-02<\/a> is a beautiful shade of burnt red that is bold and adventurous.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"719\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.behr.ca\/colourfullybehr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/MADIGANSTUDIOS_BEHR_CSCCOLLATERALREFRESH_KITCHEN_004-2-719x1024-1.jpeg\" alt=\"A cozy dining nook with walls painted in a muted green colour and white and black trim\" class=\"wp-image-19911\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>If you prefer a relaxed and natural setting in your dining space, you may consider a soothing green like\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.behr.ca\/consumer\/ColorDetailView\/N390-4\">Bitter Sage N390-4<\/a>. Muted green can enhance feelings of joy and inner peace.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"850\" src=\"https:\/\/www.behr.ca\/colourfullybehr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/MADIGANSTUDIOS_BEHR_20120TRENDS_LAUNDRY_005-1024x850-1.jpg\" alt=\"A spacious laundry room with walls painted in a bright yellow colour, with a stacked washer and dryer and wood bench\" class=\"wp-image-19912\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Energize your laundry room with a burst of optimistic colour.\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.behr.ca\/consumer\/ColorDetailView\/P280-4\">Surfboard Yellow P280-4<\/a>\u00a0is a bright sunny day colour that feels like a wave of cheerfulness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"793\" src=\"https:\/\/www.behr.ca\/colourfullybehr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/MADIGANSTUDIOS_BEHR_2020TRENDS_LAUNDRY_011_RGB-1024x793-1.jpg\" alt=\"A spacious laundry room with walls painted in a light blue-grey colour, with a stacked washer and dryer\" class=\"wp-image-19913\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re looking for more of a relaxed laundry room atmosphere opt for a serene mood with\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.behr.ca\/consumer\/ColorDetailView\/N480-1\">Light Drizzle N480-1<\/a>, its subtle blue grey tone will help soothe you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"611\" src=\"https:\/\/www.behr.ca\/colourfullybehr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/BEHR_21.12_COPPERFORCE_TC_ENT_001-1-1024x611-1.jpg\" alt=\"An open and airy foyer with walls painted in white, with a black door and staircase railings \" class=\"wp-image-19914\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Lastly is considering the mood you want upon entering your home. If you are looking for clean, simple and refreshing statement, try a warm white like&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.behr.ca\/consumer\/ColorDetailView\/75\">Polar Bear 75<\/a>. Any warm or cool white will give off a sense of calmness and comfort. A touch of black accents will help ground and add elegance to the space.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Use colours to lift your mood or calm your soul. Visit these colours and more at&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.behr.ca\/consumer\">behr.ca<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Colourfully Yours,<br>Deanna<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Colour plays a big role in your home and how it will affect your mood. Before choosing a colour, it is good to know how you will be using the space and how you want to feel when you\u2019re in it. Different colours can bring out certain emotions that we\u2019ll cover in this post. 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