Paint colors, wall colors
A north-facing room gets very little, if any, direct sunlight, and the light that does filter through is cool and less intense. The room also appears darkened by shadows. I’ve had many clients who’ve been frustrated by the lack of sunshine in their northern-exposed spaces, especially since certain paint colors seem to just disappear on the walls. In this case, a great hue to use is a peach or an off-white with peach undertones. This color mimics the sun’s rays and will make your space feel as if it’s drenched in warm natural light. This paint color is Happy Valley from Benjamin Moore.
To bring even more coziness to a north-facing room, pair a cream wall color with natural wood window casings. Choose a midtone stain that has a delicious honey hue. This will give those cool rays a jolt of warmth. Go even further and install hardwood flooring in the same tone. Your space will feel harmonious and coordinated, and the flooring will reflect light, which will make the space seem brighter. This paint color is Gentle Cream from Benjamin Moore.
Q