{"id":20759,"date":"2025-07-24T20:33:00","date_gmt":"2025-07-24T20:33:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.behr.ca\/colourfullybehr\/?p=20759"},"modified":"2025-08-12T15:23:15","modified_gmt":"2025-08-12T15:23:15","slug":"how-paint-colour-changes-room-perspective-colourfully-behr","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.behr.ca\/colourfullybehr\/how-paint-colour-changes-room-perspective-colourfully-behr\/","title":{"rendered":"<strong>Change Room Perspective with Colour<\/strong>"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"722\" height=\"725\" src=\"https:\/\/www.behr.ca\/colourfullybehr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Color-changes-HERO.jpg\" alt=\": Image displays a dining room set up shown in six different colour variations.\" class=\"wp-image-20760\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>There&#8217;s a design secret that can make any room feel completely different without moving a single piece of furniture. Master this one skill and you can make your room feel expansive or cozy on command.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Lighter colours will often make a room feel larger and more open. These tones reflect more light whether they are natural or artificial. Pale shades will make a wall and ceiling recede which tricks the eye into perceiving there is more space. Lighter colours blur the edges between walls and ceiling, helping a room feel seamless and open.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.behr.ca\/consumer\/ColorDetailView\/DC-010\">Even Better Beige<\/a> is a soft, light beige that enhances the openness of the space. The white window coverings and light wood flooring brighten the room, making the bedroom feel more spacious and calming with its warm, light tones.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"800\" height=\"534\" src=\"https:\/\/www.behr.ca\/colourfullybehr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/BEHR_23.12_Q4_TC_BEDBATH_002.jpg\" alt=\"The image depicts a stylish and cozy bedroom with an adjoining bathroom, designed with a harmonious blend of natural and elegant elements.\" class=\"wp-image-20761\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Painting an entryway in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.behr.ca\/consumer\/ColorDetailView\/DC-003\">Blank Canvas<\/a>, creates a striking visual impact. It makes the space feel clean, inviting, and provides a perfect backdrop for d\u00e9cor. As seen in the photo below, the white entryway feels fresh, seamless, and more spacious.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" src=\"https:\/\/www.behr.ca\/colourfullybehr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/BEHR_22.11_DYNASTYSMALLPROJECTS_TCSLG_FOY_007.jpg\" alt=\"The image showcases a beautifully designed entryway with a staircase, blending elegance and warmth.\" class=\"wp-image-20762\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Often some rooms have short walls, which means short ceilings. You can adjust this by painting the wall and ceiling in similar tones to elongate the walls, giving the illusion that the ceiling is higher than it is. We see below <a href=\"https:\/\/www.behr.ca\/consumer\/ColorDetailView\/DC-002\">Statement White<\/a> is on the upper walls with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.behr.ca\/consumer\/ColorDetailView\/75\">Polar Bear<\/a> on the ceiling. Another option is painting the walls and ceiling in the same white tone to create more of a seamless look.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1348\" height=\"649\" src=\"https:\/\/www.behr.ca\/colourfullybehr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/color-changes-images.jpg\" alt=\"The image displays two side-by-side views of the same bedroom, each showcasing subtle differences in wall colour and d\u00e9cor.\" class=\"wp-image-20763\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Using light colours on both the walls and cabinetry can make a smaller kitchen feel more open. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.behr.ca\/consumer\/ColorDetailView\/DC-003\">Blank Canvas<\/a>, a soft warm white, paired with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.behr.ca\/consumer\/ColorDetailView\/DC-008\">Gratifying Gray<\/a> on the cabinets, a gentle grey, creates a cohesive and airy atmosphere.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"800\" height=\"485\" src=\"https:\/\/www.behr.ca\/colourfullybehr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/BEHR_22.05_DESIGNERCOLLECTION_KITCHEN1_KM_001.jpg\" alt=\"The image presents a beautifully designed modern kitchen with a warm and inviting atmosphere.\" class=\"wp-image-20764\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>On the other hand, darker colours often appear to advance and create a cozy, enclosed feel, but when paired with ample natural light and light-toned furnishings, they can also contribute to a sense of openness. In the living room below<a href=\"https:\/\/www.behr.ca\/consumer\/ColorDetailView\/PPU18-01\">, Cracked Pepper<\/a> adds depth and contrast, while natural light and soft furnishings keep the space feeling bright and balanced.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"800\" height=\"538\" src=\"https:\/\/www.behr.ca\/colourfullybehr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/BEHR_21.05_COLORTRENDS_THS_LIV_OFF_003_CrackedPepper.jpg\" alt=\"The image features a modern, stylish living room with a cozy yet functional layout.\" class=\"wp-image-20765\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.behr.ca\/consumer\/ColorDetailView\/MQ1-15\">Rumors<\/a> is used on both the walls and ceiling in this bedroom, creating an enveloping atmosphere, ideal for restful and relaxing sleep space.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"800\" height=\"517\" src=\"https:\/\/www.behr.ca\/colourfullybehr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/BEHR_24.03_COLORTRENDS_TC_BED_101a.jpg\" alt=\"The image depicts a stylish bedroom with a dramatic and cozy aesthetic with the walls, ceiling and trim being painted in the same bold colour.\" class=\"wp-image-20766\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Colour plays a key role in shaping how a room feels, whether you\u2019re aiming for spaciousness, coziness or openness. 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