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Paint Colors That Could Make Your Home Look Dirty

You don't need your paint to make your space look unclean or gloomy; housekeeping is difficult enough. The best method for success is to choose the proper paint (with the right undertone). You might also be interested in learning the hidden meanings of some of the paint colors you currently have in your home.
Warm White
In the wrong light, any white with a warm undertone might appear dirty.
Yellow
It isn't easy to choose the proper shade of yellow. You'll feel like you've been punched in the face if the light is too bright. It becomes dingy, like faded linen, if the hue is too light. Many of the relaxing, soul-brightening yellows you love might appear creamy-white in the container or on a swatch.
Builder's beige
The neutrals that can help sell a house can also have a filthy appearance. Avoid beige or khaki that is yellowy or greenish, as it does not suit anyone.
Green
Those deceptive yellow undertones are back. Pale greens can make you feel like you're in a sickroom, or they can make your favorite people look sad. Try one of the most recent trends instead of being concerned about light greens' relative mintiness or sage-like features. An example would be hunter green, which looks great in both modern and historic homes.
Pink
Pink can be challenging to work with. It's too light and sickly sweet. Too muddy, and guess what? It's filthy. However, because the present pink trend has evolved into pink as a neutral, picking the perfect one could be in your near future.
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