--- title: Choosing the Right White Paint for Your Home description: Selecting paint colours, flooring types and fixtures is always an exciting part of building a new home. 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When it comes to painting, there are so many colour variations in white paint. It’s important to review all the different choices to determine which white paints will fulfil the purpose of each room, as well as add the appropriate type of ambience.  We have outlined some tips on how to select the perfect white paint that will enhance each room of your new home. ![IMG_0194](https://blog.swanbuild.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/IMG_0194.jpg?width=600&name=IMG_0194.jpg) #### **WHY WHITE?** White is a very popular wall colour and for good reason. White walls tend to reflect light, making smaller spaces appear bigger, while also being a good choice for larger areas. The crisp, clean look of certain shades of white can provide an area with a modern or contemporary feel that is so popular today. Other shades of white help soften the look in a space, creating a sense of peace and calm that many homeowners are looking for. #### **Cool whites vs warm whites** Cool white paint colors are often the ideal choice for areas in the home that receive a significant amount of light. Cool whites typically have a black or blue base that tend to neutralise bright light. For those who want a clean modern look for an area in their home, a cool white paint color is likely the ideal choice.  Warm white paint colours help make a room feel more cosy and calm. Warm whites have an earthy undertone created by brown, red or yellow undertones placed in the paint colour.  Bedrooms and other areas of the home where you want to feel more calm and relaxed are excellent candidates for warm white paint. #### **how to decide** Before choosing paint colours, the most important thing is to consider the amount of light in a room and the ambience you would like to create. A good idea is to pick up a variety of paint swatches from a hardware store and compare the different shades to find one which will work well with your home. 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