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The other day, I shared my plans to make over my red powder room using the Sherwin-Williams
Color Visualizer tool. I mentioned that I had my color options for the new space narrowed down to three; Garden Gate, Cast Iron and Connected Gray. Using the Color Visualizer, I was able to test the colors and picture the space before actually painting. Are you ready to see which color I chose?
First, here is what the space looked like before...
After consulting with my BFFs at my local Sherwin-Williams, I decided to use the HGTV® HOME by Sherwin-Williams brand paint in a flat finish for the walls. The color I chose is "Garden Gate".
Here it is…
Using a neutral wall color allows me to change the look of my bathroom by simply switching out the accessories.
Even though this color is neutral, it certainly isn't boring.
The deep tone provides a dramatic backdrop for accessories.
I chose to use red as the accent color for now.
By changing out the towels and my new discreet TP holder, I can change the color palette with the seasons. I can already picture "Garden Gate" with yellow, orange, green, teal, fucshia…the options are endless.
The trim and cabinetry were freshened up with a coat of "Dover White" in satin finish.
Warm white applied to the trim provides amazing contrast to the deep wall color.
The vanity was originally a medium toned wood finish that was sanded, primed and painted a few years ago. Giving it a fresh coat of paint made it look brand new again.
What I love most about the new wall color is the way the oval window pops against the dark gray background.
That oval window captured my heart the day we first looked at this house 8 years ago.
It may actually have sold me on it. Using the Color Visualizer tool, I could see how "Garden Gate" would really highlight this feature. And I was right, the cute window no longer competes with the red wall color for attention. Another small detail that I am really excited about is the new spot for a real, lit candle.
Up until now, I have not been able to light a candle safely in this space while entertaining. Floating shelves were installed over the toilet for additional storage.
Filled with bathroom necessities and a few pretty things, it doubles as a welcoming display.
Using the Color Visualizer was fun and easy.
I'm really happy with the way the new powder room turned out. The improvement was confirmed when my son saw it and asked me if he "could use it".
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