One of the first rooms that most people get to see when they enter your home is your living room. Is your living room inviting? Does it really have your personal touch incorporated into it? What type of mood does it display when first entering? These are some important things you should take note of before making any decisions. One way to really define you and your living room is by the color paint you choose to use. The color you choose is very important. It creates mood, effects lighting and says a lot about your personal style.

So what would you like to do, play it safe with neutral colors or be a bit bolder? One way to get new and fresh ideas is to look in recent magazines. This is a good way to learn about the new trends and styles of today's interior decorators. Some popular paint company websites also feature excellent ideas for you to imitate or learn from.

Color is a very powerful thing and the use of certain colors can be found everywhere. It can change our mood or stimulate the senses. If you are outgoing, bold living room colors suit you best. At the same time if you are the shy type, passive colors are your thing. It is important to use the right combination of colors to make your room more inviting and relaxing.

If you can, do not use more than two colors in any given room. One color as the main color and the other as the trim. If you really want to choose the best combination of colors for your living room you should try using a color palette. They can easily be found at a local paint store and someone is always willing to assist you if needed.

Remember that different colors are associated with different moods. Light blue brings tranquility, purple is power or royalty and yellow brings happiness.

Would you believe the most popular color today is still white or off white? There are some benefits of using white as the main color for your living room.

1) It makes the room look larger.

2) It can brighten your living room.

3) White helps keep your room cooler in the summer months.

There are also some downsides to using white paint

1) Too much white can make things look generic.

2) White walls can be a pain to keep clean.

If you really want those white walls to stand out try adding hints of other colors like light blue or green.

So, remember to always incorporate your style in whatever color you may choose. Don't be afraid to try new things as you try to find that perfect combination of colors for your living room.