[3 STEPS] How To Pick The RIGHT COLOR

Choosing the right paint color for your home can feel overwhelming. Many homeowners in Moncton, Riverview, and Dieppe run into the same problem—you pick a color expecting one result, only to see something completely different once it’s on the wall.

That “perfect gray” suddenly looks blue, green, or even purple.

Hi, I’m Remi Boudreau, Licensed Painter, Color Consultant, and owner of Expressions Painting. In this guide, I’m going to walk you through the exact 3-step process we use with our clients to make sure their vision becomes reality. 

Step 1: Start with a Fan Deck to Compare Undertones

The first step in choosing the right paint color is using a fan deck.

A fan deck allows you to see multiple shades of a color side by side. This is incredibly important because undertones are almost impossible to detect when looking at a single swatch.

For example:

• -Some grays have green undertones
• Others lean purple or blue
• Some shift toward beige (greige)

When you compare them together, the differences become obvious.

Step 2: Use Larger Swatches to Choose the Right Intensity 

Once you’ve selected a general color, the next step is to look at larger swatches of that same color.

Now you need to decide how light or dark you want that color to be.

Avoid placing swatches directly on walls that will be repainted.

Instead:

• Compare them against trims or doors
• Use a white sheet of paper
• Place them next to elements that won’t change

Step 3: Always Test Colors in Different Lighting

Lighting is one of the biggest factors in how a paint color will appear.

The same color can look completely different depending on natural sunlight, warm lighting, or cool lighting.

What we recommend:

• Bring the swatch into every room
• View it in natural and artificial light
• Test it at different times of day

A simple trick: hold the swatch at a 45-degree angle and move it from near a window into the room. For a live demonstration of this, check out the video below. 

Why This Process Matters

Even the best paint job won’t matter if you don’t love the colors. That’s why, every project includes a free Color Consultation.

Ready to Get Started?

If you're planning to paint your home, reach out today and we’ll guide you through the process step by step.