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together In a fatigued world where people are looking for nurturing and comfort, paint companies have presented colour palettes that turn the home into a big hug.
Aegean Teal | BENJAMIN MOORE This blue-green shade is the 2021 Colour of the Year and according to the company began in the kitchen, where home-life is centred. “The colours we surround ourselves with can have a powerful impact on our emotions and well-being,” said Andrea Magno, Director of Colour Marketing & Development. “Aegean Teal and the corresponding Colour Trends 2021 palette express a welcoming, lived-in quality that celebrates the connections and real moments that take place within the home.” www.benjaminmoore.ca
Be Well | DULUX
2021 Colours of the Year | VALSPAR
“Even before the pandemic hit, Canadians were longing for more simplicity and restfulness after decades of overstimulation and overconsumption,” said Mitsu Dhawan, PPG marketing manager, Dulux Paints by PPG. “The coronavirus strengthened consumers’ cravings for a slowed-down lifestyle, where human connection and mental and physical well-being are priorities.” The Be Well collection features three main hues infused with soft, nostalgic neutrals: Transcend, a mid-tone sandy brown; Big Cypress (shown), a shaded ginger with persimmon undertones; and Misty Aqua, a watercolour cerulean blue.www.ppgpaints.com
For Valspar, it is not one but 12 “livable shades” that represent 2021, blending “home improvement with self-improvement,” says the company. “Our homes have become offices, entertainment centres and classrooms,” said Sue Kim, Valspar Colour Marketing Manager. “These lifestyle changes coupled with a surge in DIY home activity helped guide our selection of a range of colours that can not only transform your space but also elevate your mood.” www.valsparpaint.ca
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