How to pick the perfect paint color for every room in your house, according to interior designers

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• We asked two interior designers how they choose paint colors for their clients' homes.
• A few things they consider: how different paint finishes interact with certain surfaces, how natural light affects the way colors look, and the mood they're trying to achieve.
• They also shouted out specific colors to solve a variety of design dilemmas, from making a small room look bigger to adding warmth to a rental with a bad lighting situation.
• Have additional questions? Email us at insiderpicks@businessinsider.com and we'll consult our experts for you.

At the outset, painting a room in your house to give it a fresh look seems like a fun DIY project. However, with so many different colors and finishes to choose from, landing on the right shade can quickly become overwhelming.

To help you out with the challenge, we consulted two interior designers who have experience navigating the vast world of paint: Nicole Gibbons, HGTV personality and founder of Clare, an online startup that sells a curated selection of paint; and James Farmer, the owner of a full-service interior design firm in Perry, Georgia.

They answered our questions about how to pick and pair colors, how to paint wall trim, and the best shades to fix a variety of design dilemmas. Read on to learn how to use paint to really make a room shine.

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