Understanding North Facing Rooms, Part 2
Transcript:
Yesterday we started talking about how the direction a room faces changes everything about color.
I’m Dan Hansen, and this is a Minute at RepcoLite Paints, sponsored by Benjamin Moore.
Now, yesterday, I said that North-facing spaces get a steady, cool light that never really changes much during the day. It’s calm and consistent—but it can also make your colors feel flat or even chilly. That occurs because North-facing rooms are lit by reflected sky light—not direct sunlight. That means the light that fills those spaces is going to be naturally cooler—think blue-gray tones.
Now, on the up-side, because that light is consistent all day long, your paint color doesn’t shift much with time… On the potential downside . . . it also doesn’t ever really warm up.
That’s why bright whites or cool grays can look a little harsh or even lifeless in north light. The light just drains the warmth right out of them.
So, what’s the solution? Add warmth back in through your paint choices. Tomorrow, we’ll talk about specific color families that can help you balance that cool light and make your room feel cozy and welcoming.
I’m Dan Hansen, and that’s a Minute at RepcoLite.
