How To Choose Colors For Your Entire Home

Last Updated: July 22, 2011

Entryway with wooden console table, mirror, and striped wallpaper.

When painting your entire house, choosing colors can be an overwhelming ordeal. There is a lot to consider as far as making sure the colors blend nicely and give the desired feel to the room. Don’t let the process discourage you though; we know of a couple ways to make this process easy and simple.

The best way to begin is by selecting a good light or neutral color for the foyer or hallway. After you choose this “connecting” color, you can pick two or three (or however many necessary) complementary colors for the distinct rooms (such as the Kitchen or Dining Room) adjacent to the hallway.

If you already know what color you want to paint a particular distinct room, then you can also work from there. Starting this way is a little bit more difficult, especially if you have a dark or vibrant color in mind for a room, but you can always make it work. You can also choose a second color for the hallway, foyer or stairway areas to tie the colors together better.

If you follow these few suggestions, the color-scheme of your home should flow very nicely and look beautiful. If you would like a free estimate or color consultation, give Chism Brothers Painting a call at 858-454-3850.

July 30, 2026
Not every painting project has to happen at once. Learn when full-home painting makes sense and when phased painting is the smarter approach.
July 30, 2026
Sprinklers and overgrown plants can stain stucco, damage trim, and cause paint to fail early. Learn what to fix before repainting.
July 30, 2026
Ranch-style homes can make fading, fascia wear, garage door damage, and poor prep easy to notice. Learn what to check before repainting.
July 30, 2026
Planning exterior updates in El Cajon? Make sure stucco, wood, caulking, moisture, and irrigation issues are repaired before painting begins.
July 30, 2026
Selling an older home? Focus on visible repairs, paint, trim, and curb appeal updates that help buyers see a clean, cared-for property.
July 30, 2026
Stucco, trim, and fascia do not wear down the same way. Learn what to check before repainting so small exterior issues do not become bigger repairs.
July 30, 2026
Older homes often need more than fresh paint. Learn what to check for stucco, wood trim, caulking, repairs, and exterior wear before repainting.
July 30, 2026
Mature landscaping can block access, trap moisture, and delay exterior painting. Learn what to trim, adjust, and repair before work begins.
July 30, 2026
Selling your Chula Vista home? Focus on the painting projects buyers notice first so your home looks cleaner, cared for, and ready to show.
July 30, 2026
Painting over the wrong damage can lead to peeling, stains, and rework. Learn which exterior paint issues need repairs before repainting.

Tell us about your project

Tell Us About Your Project

Contact us today to schedule a visit from one of our estimators! We’ll come to your home and provide a detailed estimate.


(858) 454-3850


Est 1982