I’m collaborating with Sherwin-Williams and BlogHer to bring you my next home improvement project!
Let me introduce you to what my kids call “The Creepy Bathroom”…
…this bathroom is located in our basement and you will notice a hole in the ceiling due to a leaky pipe. Movie star light bulbs above the outdated cabinet – yes, half of the bulbs are out – we rarely use this bathroom!
Here’s another angle of the bathroom, and what I plan to do for the remodel…
…oh ya, that’s right! When we moved in there was a red light, and when you turn it on, the whole room turns a creepy red color!
Sherwin-Williams to the rescue!
I used their ColorSnap® app and found the perfect color to brighten up my bathroom! Here is how simple it is to use:
1. Download the Android or iPhone app by Sherwin-Williams called ColorSnap.
2. You can explore colors if you don’t have a photo on hand that you want to match. If you have a photo, click Use Saved Photos, click and you’ll find many colors to explore in your theme!
3. Click on the color and it will show you the color name, the color number, and if it is exterior or interior.
4. Need to find the nearest Sherwin-Williams? Type in your zip code, and it’s right there.
Does it get easier than this?!
The wall color I decided to go with is called Rainwashed. It’s a light blue/green color, and it is gorgeous!
When I’m done with this bathroom, hopefully it will look completely different and my kids will think of it as “The Happy Bathroom.”
Stay tuned…
How do you find color inspiration for your home projects? Tell us in the comments below, and you just might win a $100 Sherwin-Williams gift card from BlogHer!
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NaDell Ransom says
I just use the colors that I think fit our home best. I’m not that great at picking, but I do like our home. Our bathroom needs a makeover too, but not quite the same as yours… 😉
Kari Sweeten says
Haha! Our basement bathroom needed so much help! I can’t wait to show you the after pics later this month!
Catherine says
I look on Pinterest (big surprise, right?!), favorite home magazines, and outside for color ideas.
Kari Sweeten says
Yes, Pinterest HUGE inspiration!
jengd says
I generally go with a base color that I think we’ll like and will fit the mood of the room. After that, we usually go with a shade of white that will match it for trim and such. Very un-scientific. 🙂
2busy says
I tape multiple paint swatches in the room and let them grow on me.
Laree says
I used to just pick colors I love and kind of go for it, but now it’s mostly just drooling on pintrest to see what I really like in a room.
Anna says
I pinterest the heck out of it, then get way too many samples, then I mull it over in my mind…and maybe soon I’ll actually pick one and start painting! But a Sherwin Williams gift card would certainly help. 😉
Pinspot says
I like to use “tried and true” professional decorator colors. I do a google search for that phrase, or visit the blogs of people I admire. Houzz is helpful, and pinterest too.
Marilyn says
I just came home with paint chips to see what I would like for our bathroom. We are getting a Bathfitter tub installed on Monday and I told my hubs he has to paint!!!
kellyr78 says
I find color inspiration from nature. I like greens, blues and browns so I usually go for these types of shades.
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PAIGE says
I read decorating magazines and take home many color swatches.
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Tracie OB says
I love textiles – I am always looking at fabrics to inspire me with color – also paintings that I love.
Thanks for the opportunity to win. A Sherwin Williams just opened up in my hometown – Moorpark, CA. I can’t wait to try the app
peg42 says
I usually find inspiration from home decorating magazines.
Thanks so much.
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Kristen says
I love looking in magazines and on pinterest for ideas as well as fabric!
mel98942 says
I dream of my favorite vacation spots like the Oregon Coast or the Red Woods and pick colors that remind me of those places.
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Mysharona says
I get inspiration by looking outside or by watching shows on TV
AubreyB says
I use Pinterest, too. 🙂
The Angry Jackalope says
I love colors and I usually find inspiration in my favorite things like peacock feathers, an heirloom plate, flowers. I’m going to love this app! Thanks for the giveaway!
Knowles Family says
I get inspired by nature, a really great photo, design magazines, and of course, anything Internet!
Knowles Family says
I get inspired by nature, a really great photo, design magazines, and of course, anything Internet!
jane says
I use pinterest for ideas
jane says
I use pinterest for ideas
Cassie_lu says
inspiration comes from blogs I ready and places that make me feel good 🙂
Marissa says
I get inspiration from blogs, pinterest and fabrics. I thought we were the only one with the creepy bathroom downstairs the kids didn’t want to use. LOL!
Erin says
I usually pick out a decor item and build around that. A vase, a hand towel, a candle holder…
Meghan M says
I’m scared of picking the wrong color! But pinterest is helping me overcome my fears!
Elizabeth says
I get inspired by nature and the seasons.
Elizabeth says
Tweeted it! https://twitter.com/LeHobbylobbyist/status/329758875358212096
Michael says
I use pinterest for ideas, but ultimately I have a general idea of what color I want each room and grab tons of swatches and go from there.
Michael says
oops, posted from my hubby’s account. My email is lauradassance@ yahoo dot com -laura
Michael says
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Cairn says
I get inspiration from my friends homes, online and from things I already have and am going to use in that room.
Chickadee says
I stand in front of all the color samples and just start pulling the colors that I like. I usually talk myself out of the super bold ones and finally decided on a nice color in a mellow shade.
It’s funny though that I can pull color samples from four different stores and end up with basically the same color without trying. That’s when I know I have a winner!
Katie says
I get inspiration from fabrics, nature, pinterest, magazines, and model homes. I love to walk model homes to see how they decorate and paint.
BJewelryBox says
I love to flip through magazines.
slb3334 says
I find fabrics I like and go from there.
Tamar says
I like the social psyche. They go to Pinterest and I find stuff there.
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Becky N. says
I look at magazines for inspiration or look at what color clothes I’m drawn to.
Pattij says
I love to look at home improvement magazines to find the colors that would work, usually warm for me!
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Jessica says
I feel like I get the most inspiration from fellow bloggers!
jessicarwarfield at gmail dot com
Jessica says
I tweeted too!
https://twitter.com/jessrwarfield/status/329938768914161664
jessicarwarfield at gmail dot com
Jenny Zhang says
i get inspired by a lot of design and photography that i see online!
Ashley says
I find a lot of design inspiration on pinterest and blogs.
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Stephanie Larison says
I use pinterest and country home type mags to find inspiration. I like a lot of blues, greys, and whites at home.
Mariel says
I need to find painting inspiration. Pretty much every single room in my house needs a fresh coat of paint. 🙁
Rebecca Graham says
I find color inspiration by looking at home decor magazines.
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Amy says
I get a lot of inspiration from Pinterest!
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Erica Best says
i used online guides and tips
Erica Best says
https://twitter.com/purplelover04/status/331054366406610946
rachel says
I try to find colors in real life — nature, friends’ houses, etc.
jlafount says
Look through magazines to things that catch my eye
jlafount says
Look through magazines to things that catch my eye
One Frugal Girl says
I like to take tours of homes that are for sale.
onefrugalgirl AT gmail DOT com
One Frugal Girl says
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Karla says
I find color inspiration through browsing Pinterest.
Karla says
https://twitter.com/CarlyHobart/status/332407412474662912
cw says
I get color inspiration from the outdoor places that I love….forest, beach
Kerry says
I usually find my inspiration from a piece of artwork that I want to hang in the room. Or if it’s my bedroom I find my inspiration in a comforter I love. And then I match the paint to that.
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Kerry says
tweeted: https://twitter.com/KerryBishop/status/333353376526000128
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gale says
I love houzz.com for any inspiration, including color. I also like pinterest.
Gina Wildorchid says
I find inspiration in my favorite decor accessories.
Thanks for the chance to win!
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Gina Wildorchid says
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smilekisses says
From magazines, most of the time.
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smilekisses says
https://twitter.com/smilekisses/status/333407186569007105
ky2here says
We have an Eastlake Victorian so it’s easy to find color inspiration from other Victorian homes. Thanks for offering this.
ky2here at msn dot com.
ky2here says
https://twitter.com/ky2here1/status/333550577722208257
AnnaZed says
I look at lots of stuff for color ideas; art postcards, websites, flowers, even food (like farmer’s market photos)
AnnaZed says
and a tweet!: https://twitter.com/AnnaZed/status/334707597783482368
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Amy says
I find color inspiration for my home project by looking at magazines and website. But after all, it comes down to what is comfortable for my eyes to look at for a long time. I prefer more neutral colors.
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Amy says
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April says
I like to look at the colors used in graphic designs on the internet and on products/packaging/advertising.
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at gmail dot com
one frugal lady says
I look for timeless colors that flow well with the rest of the home… but with a great color pop for fun!
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MCantu1019 says
I look through magazines to find color schemes I might like.
MCantu1019 at aol dot com
Diane52 says
I find inspiration from visiting the Detroit Art Institue
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Kim says
i like to look at blogs and watch hgtv
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StephanieC says
i find color inspiration from nature! scg00387 at yahoo dot com
StephanieC says
https://twitter.com/DesMoinesDealin/status/335583531285745664 scg00387 at yahoo dot com
B. Wilson @ Windy {City} Wilsons says
Decor magazines and pinterest.
Christine Jessamine says
some of my inspiration comes from what I see in movies
Tara Kramarsky says
Retweeted: https://twitter.com/_aspectacledowl/status/335642676630257664
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sparkedcat says
I go to paint stores and look at the color samples.
Kim Hardy says
I find inspiration through my husband
angie lilly says
I painted my study the color of my favorite fruit, purple grapes! LOL I can find inspiration anywhere!
Angie
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angie lilly says
I tweeted here: https://twitter.com/MsTofuFairy/status/335780332869652480
Angie
14earth at gmail dot com
kathy pease says
I like to go with my favorite season which is fall so I love to use gold,brown and orange colors
kathy pease says
https://twitter.com/klp1965/status/335839309074677761
brendaelsner says
I look at magazines and browse the internet for ideas.
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Betty C says
I always have lots of ideas about change but rarely put it into action. I have some favorite prints that have gorgeous colors and I’d like to update several rooms with those ideas. I just don’t have the enthusiasm to undertake a big project.
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Betty C says
Tweet – https://twitter.com/willitara/status/336038409292378113
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Susan Smoaks says
I am inspired by colors that I see in nature!
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cassandra says
I find color inspiration by asking the people at the store for their professional opinion and taking home a bunch of samples and just trying them out!
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cassandra says
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Stephanie G says
I like to find color inspiration in nature and on home improvement website projects!
Stephanie G says
https://twitter.com/abrightbabe/status/336253026660667392
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Tabathia says
I always find great inspirations from the DIY channel and magazines
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Tabathia says
https://twitter.com/ChelleB36/status/336269868305358849
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Atreau says
I get inspiration through magazines.