Make Your Guests Feel at Home with These Design Ideas

As a homeowner in Central Florida, chances are your holiday guests were more than happy to come to your home to celebrate Thanksgiving and Christmas. Indeed, according to major news sources, over 3 million holiday travelers passed through the Orlando airport from the end of November through December, making our state one of the most popular for winter getaways. But just because the biggest visiting push is over doesn’t mean you can let your guard down when it comes to entertaining guests.

Since the holidays are over, now is a great time to prepare your home for your next round of visitors. From the Orlando interior painters at New Ceilings and our partners at Sherwin-Williams, here are some of the best paint schemes to make your house feel like your guests’ second home:

• In the guest room: This is one area where you don’t want to go too crazy with color. A neutral palette is the most comforting for guests. As they set up their luggage and other belongings, they’ll feel anchored in their possessions without any background color to distract them. That doesn’t mean you have to go boring, though; new neutrals go beyond white to include blues, greens, greys and so much more.
• In the living room: The “living” room is where we live our lives and spend most of our time with guests, so this is one area where you can set your own tone. Are you seeking quiet nights with a glass of wine and a Netflix fireplace crackling on the big screen? Stick to deep blues, greys, and other sedate colors. Is a heated debate or game night more your style? Pick out greens, reds and oranges. Let your personality shine through.
• In the kitchen: Even beyond the holidays, the kitchen is a favorite gathering place among friends and loved ones. The color professionals at Sherwin-Williams recommend choosing a shade of orange to reflect the warmth and abundance of the feast.  Since this is a room for working, be sure to pick out a shade that you and your guests are comfortable with.

As you plan out the rest of your year, give yourself something to look forward to when your favorite relatives return to town. You and your family will enjoy turning your home into a family getaway. Are you looking for more customized interior painting tips? Schedule your consultation with the Orlando interior painters at New Ceilings. Give us a call at 407-378-6040 to learn more today.