Westworld Alberta

46 W E S T W O R L D A L B E R T A | S P R I N G 2 0 1 5 bethany devore Roll on Some Colour T he transformative power of paint lets you change a room dramatically in just a weekend. Kevin Skelly, marketing manager for Cloverdale Paint, offers a few tips for freshening with colour: GO DEEP: Shades of grey with subtle hints of blue or green add dimension to a room, especially as the light changes throughout the day. One of Cloverdale's top colours for 2015 is Zinc (CA193), a medium-toned grey from the company's Artisan collection that's ideal for a bedroom. "Paired with crisp white and fresh yellow it can make for a stunning look," says Skelly. WHITE OUT: Shades of white are also on trend, thanks to their versatility. Designers' top pick is Artisan White (CA013), a warm variant often used for updating kitchen cabi- netry. Another designer fave: Standard White (CA025), which leans cooler, lending a crisp, clean look. SEEK INSPIRATION FOR A THEME: "Always start with what you like," says Skelly, who suggests peeking inside your clothes closet for inspiration. Aside from black, what colours do you see in your favourite pieces? Similarly, look to your furniture and enduring objects, such as artwork or collectibles – a colour scheme may emerge. UPDATE YOUR EXTERIOR: Painting your front door or window trim can give your home a little lift. Before you pick up that brush, however, decide whether you want your house to stand out or blend in. If you plan to paint vinyl siding, stick to the same hue or go lighter, says Skelly. "Do not go darker, say to a charcoal from an off-white or grey; the colour will absorb the sun and warp or damage the siding." SPRING REFRESH Save 30% on regular-price Cloverdale paint products and 20% on brushes, rollers and more at Cloverdale Paint. AMARewards.ca/ Cloverdale Combine Cloverdale paint shade Zinc (CA193) with black, white and sunny yellow accents for a designer- perfect bedroom look.

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