By ashley nash baltazar
Color drenching is an interior design concept in which the walls, trim and ceiling of a room are painted one color. It's usually the favorite color of the homeowner.
While the technique itself is not new, it goes beyond nudes, pales and pinks that typically appear in home environments to include red, green and everything between.
Sticking with neutral colors helps ensures the sale of a home. They are said to help people picture themselves in the space.
Color drenching dates back to the 14th century, during which Renaissance art and style were very popular. It resurfaced as a bold home decor choice all these years later.
Color drenching began trending in the early 2000s. People went from choosing shades of beige and white to splashing primary and floral colors onto their walls.
You might wonder what category color drenching falls under, as it can be expressed in a range of ways. Some say it's minimalism because of the use of one color.
Maximalism can be described as using bold colors and/or patterns. So, while color drenching involves using one color, a bold selection could push it over into maximalism.
What allows a color drench moment to be the center of attention is not drawing the eye away from the color. Bold patterned decor, outside of paint, has the power to do that.
Bold colors are not a sign of order. Color drenching is about uniformity, which prevents an accent wall from being an example of the technique. One color creates the look and vibe.
Those interested in color drenching are recommended to do a small patch test on the wall first. It's also suggested to consider earth and jewel tones at first.
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