Behind the Schemes | Choosing the Right White Paint Color, Breaking Down Cream Paint Colors

[@jaymmxii7332]

I’ve lived with and disliked my grey living and dining room for 8 yrs. I’m so excited to finally paint over it with a creamy warm white. Grey just feels so sad.

[@JulieBlanner]

It's amazing how different grey and warm white can make a room. Thanks for following along!

[@simoneb4177]

I feel the same, grey feels depressing and cold to me.

[@dollybelledendrobium813]

Never in my life have I been so interested in white paint! Thank you so much for these helpful tips.

[@JulieBlanner]

You're hilarious! Thanks for watching!

[@patriciabaez1012]

Me too 🥰🥰

[@tmdoxie]

I also wanted to add, that what you did here really takes skill. There are designers that struggle with this. Bravo.

[@JulieBlanner]

Thank you! ☺️

[@rikwen96]

Thank you for showing your house painted in the colors you are talking about. It makes it a lot easier for me to "feel" the color palette and what it would like. I always try out paint samples before committing, but with so many colors on the market it sure helps to narrow down the choices. You have some great tips here. I feel confident to go try Navajo White and Soft Chamois in my mother's 90's colored home.

[@JulieBlanner]

Thanks for watching! It can definitely be challenging. I think you'll love Soft Chamois!

[@clearbleuskya5556]

I needed this video seven years ago. Thank you so much! This is confirmation of everything I've had to learn about paint colors, sunlight based on room direction, LRV, etc. Again, thanks!

[@JulieBlanner]

So glad you found it helpful! Thank you!

[@conniebuchner4715]

I bought an old Victorian home 4 years ago. The colors on the walls are so dark. I can hardly wait to paint a white shade throughout my home! Thank you for the inspiration and information!🥰 Sent over from Farm House on Boone! Love your podcast!

[@JulieBlanner]

Thank you, Connie! Nice to "meet" you!

[@sillililli01]

Connie, a lot of people don't realize that dark colors in a home, can affect their mood, some even go into a depression without knowing why, especially over the dreary winter months. I moved into a home that had dark brown in the bedroom on all four walls, The bathroom had the same dark color. The LR/DR had a dark mustard color. I lived far too long with dark colors on my walls, floors, etc. before I was able to paint, I have yet to change the dark wood floor stain. Needless to say, I spent a lot of time outdoors, and coming in from a bright sunny day, was like walking into night before my eyes adjusted. As soon as I painted my home in light bright, I noticed an immediate change in my mood, it was like a breath of fresh air. I hope you are able to paint soon, buy the five gallon pail to save on buying the small cans, especially if you are going to paint the same color on a large area. I found two five gallon pails of white in clearance area at hardware store. I figured I could use it as a primer on the dark walls, before I choose a finish color. Good Luck.

[@SusanD78]

Okay Julie, I went to the paint store today and I am painting my bedroom soft chamois! Your home is lovely!

[@JulieBlanner]

How exciting! I can't wait to hear what YOU think!

[@SusanD78]

hi Julie! I am loving it! The man at the paint store almost convinced me to buy “white dove”, but I kept hearing your voice in my ear saying how lovely it was. It is so soft. Our house is in the woods and feels dark. This really warms it up. Thanks for your paint tips. I don’t think I would have found this color on my own. The paint chip makes it seem darker than it really is. ☺️

[@JulieBlanner]

@@SusanD78 Oh I'm so glad you love it, too! Thanks for taking the time to return to share!

[@p.w.4203]

I feel exactly the same way about greys. Thank you!

[@JulieBlanner]

I'm almost scared to say it because I know many love the, but I prefer warmth. Glad you share my sentiment.

[@tmdoxie]

“It’s not just paint, it’s FARROW & BALL! Look at the depth of COLOUR!” 😂🤣😂🤣😂 Farrow & Ball Pointing is absolutely gorgeous. Just gorgeous. Generally speaking, my go to selections are from Benjamin Moore - I just really love their collection of whites and off whites. In one of the homes I designed last year, I tried something different, I did painted everything in eggshell - walls, trim, ceilings and it was so beautiful. The house was painted very dark before, but it also didn’t receive a lot of light, and after it was painted it was like am entirely different house. My next adventure is to maybe develop my own custom white. I read a blog from about her interior designer than said we should all have a custom white.

[@JulieBlanner]

🤣 LOVED that skit! They are among the best, you're right! It's amazing what a difference paint can make!

[@marblehead3398]

You are wonderful to share all this detail on the different shades. Thank you.

[@JulieBlanner]

Thank you! I'm so glad you enjoyed it!

[@anpsteph]

Just found your channel through She Holds Dearly, it was in the related area on the side. I was looking for a soothing creamy white and found the whites you use look perfect. Thanks for providing such good information. And yes, I subscribed to both your channel and your blog site.

[@JulieBlanner]

Hi Stephanie! It’s so nice to “meet” you! Thanks for stopping by to say hi!

[@iamashleylbrown]

Oh...my...god. This satisfied my level of obsession with white paint colors. The number of white paint chips I have is unbelievable. lol

[@JulieBlanner]

So glad it could help! It can get overwhelming.

[@Ctara10]

I am looking for a warm white without the yellow in a north facing room that only has 2 windows. What do you think of Behr blank Canvas? The paint on the walls look too yellow and the room is too dark for my tastes.

[@omotanwa2986]

I feel the same way. I just spent $3000 2 weeks ago to paint my house kilim beige. It looks nice with the amount of natural light in my house. Now I feel like I should have done the white as my children suggested. This is a little too yellowish.

[@fionadevries1903]

I'm from Australia, the paint brands we use are different. I plan to paint my home white, this is a great example of how to choose the right undertones for each room, depending on the direction the windows face, how much sunlight comes in and what feeling you are trying to create for the room. Here is my summary...(please correct me so I get it right). For rooms with a lot of sunlight, a warm, yellow undertone can be used. For a room with less sunlight, the yellow undertone is more obvious. For a room with less sunlight, a higher light reflection is suitable, to brighten the room. Warm undertones are welcoming, cooler undertones can feel sad.

[@joannehunstiger9987]

I agree...all whites are not the same. I've learned this through trial and error. 😉

[@JulieBlanner]

I'm made my share of errors 😂.

[@tessjones5987]

It is so hard to pick paint. It is trial and error. $$$. This is so generous of you to share your knowledge. Thank you so.

[@JulieBlanner]

Thank you, Tess! Let me know if there is anything you would like to see in the future! I'm always looking for ideas!

[@VJWLPN1]

Thank you for the detailed information about the pains and LRV. Very helpful as I have a small home that I want to paint.

[@JulieBlanner]

VICKIE WHITE thank you, Vickie! Let me know if you need anything along the way!

[@ChristineWeston-d3g]

I was wondering what you think about the BM Navajo White compared to BM Linen white. I think that Navajo white has a little gray in it where is Benjamin Moore than in white has yellow/orange undertones. I was thinking of choosing this for my living room which gets a ton amount of southern light.

[@SS11660]

Light makes all the difference.

[@JulieBlanner]

Right!?!

[@thestraightroad305]

I appreciate this! I am looking for the right creamy white, something to echo the creamy limestone found abundantly in the hill country of Texas. These color analyses really help, thank you. I have a west/east facing home with north light exposure in the common rooms-living and kitchen. Then east exposure in bedroom and master bath. Quite a difference in light values! Still, I am gravitating toward Creamy or Soft Chamois. Thanks again!

[@JulieBlanner]

👏

[@thestraightroad305]

@@JulieBlanner Hi again Julie! What is your opinion of Crisp Linen by BM in the Aura series? Is it so great to justify spending the extra money if one is on a budget? How would you compare to the other creamy whites like Soft Chamois or Creamy? I notice it didn’t make your list, although perhaps it is new.

[@Bright_Learning]

U have such a knowledge of (how do i say it) mmmmm... aesthetic sense mixed with creativity! 😲 Love it😚

[@JulieBlanner]

Oh gosh, thank you! You're too sweet!

[@jamesvaught110]

So glad I came upon your KZbin channel Julie. My name is Kelly and my husband and I are about to paint our exterior home bricks and it’s a large 52 year old home that is painted khaki color now (not sure of the actual color) and we want to update it to a light color. I noticed in this video some bricks on an exterior home. Would you mind sharing an idea or ideas for a light color exterior on a large amount of bricks? I would be so grateful! My husband just finished the eves in Sherwin Williams-Iron Ore and it turned out beautiful, but the bricks need to be lighter. Thank you so much for any color ideas you may have. Your home is lovely and beautiful. Btw, I found you through your friend watching how to make homemade potpourri. I’m looking forward to watching your other videos.

[@JulieBlanner]

Thank you! We used Romabio lime wash on our brick and we absolutely love it!

[@wisernow3251]

Renovating my bathroom with no window so this is a video for wall colors

[@JulieBlanner]

Definitely choose a color with a high LRV, you won't regret it!

[@christinahamman02]

I am looking to do a bathroom with no windows and that awful almond colored vanity top and tub. Suggestions?

[@jennifersteel4636]

Julie - TY for this informative video on creamy whites. Tad confused in video it seems you painted your breakfast nook in BW Navajo white, but on the website believe it reads SW Zurich white. Please clarify for me. Thank you!

[@JulieBlanner]

It's Benjamin Moore Navajo White!

[@Godoygascon]

Hi Julie, my kitchen faces East and I don’t have much lighting. I want to paint the kitchen cabinet and walls. You suggested Benjamin Moore Soft Chamois. So the trim and ceiling should be classic white trim? Is this color by Benjamin Moore? Please advise, thank you in advance.

[@Godoygascon]

I was also looking into Alabaster from Sherwin Williams.

[@gracielaleon4543]

Just the detail information I need.Perfect.Thank you 🙋🏼‍♀️

[@JulieBlanner]

So glad I could help! Thanks for following along!

[@sizzling_rozes]

This is absolutely brilliant and thorough, thank you!

[@JulieBlanner]

Thank you! I'm so glad you found it helpful! Hope you'll check out more of my videos.

[@heyitsrosie]

This was very helpful because I want a creamy white color, but didn't consider the lighting and other whites could make it more yellow or creamy. I'm going for a creamy, white and gray bedroom just like yours at 0:55, what type of white do you have in your wall there?

[@deborahkrystynak1154]

I'd love the recipe for "La Cange" paint color you created by matching your stove. thank you

[@JulieBlanner]

Hi! You can find that here - julieblanner.com/cream-kitchen-cabinets/

[@BelindaTN]

I love varying shades of white. But I do find it complicated to figure out the way to do it. My house is different from previous houses. The front faces northwest and the back, southeast. So the sun always hits at angles. Also, the front has and part of the sides, has a wrap around porch. So direct sunlight in those windows is brief. Only when the sun is setting.

[@JulieBlanner]

Let me know if I can help!

[@ladylyonteeth3952]

This is a great little video. Thanks for doing it. My living room is north, and my kitchen/dining space get bombed by the sun on the south side. Would you suggest going with the Zurich in the kitchen space, and the creamier one in the living room?

[@ladylyonteeth3952]

I love that soft chamois. Very sweet. ❤ thanks for showing us.

[@axidenq9081]

Fantastic information. You have a warm beautiful home. Do you know what color your kitchen cabinets are? I just love them.

[@JulieBlanner]

Hi! I color matched for the cabinets, and you can find the exact information on julieblanner.com. Here's the link - julieblanner.com/cream-kitchen-cabinets/

[@samanthareiner7402]

This is such a great video idea! As a fellow lover of cream neutrals I’m really excited to hear your take on this!!💜

[@JulieBlanner]

Thank you, Samantha! I'm always up for suggestions if there's ever anything you want to learn more about.

[@marmaladesunrise]

What white is best for low light hallway, bedrooms, and bathroom?

[@christnejohnson2629]

Julie, Thank you for this informative video. I'm reading through your posts on cream paint colors, and it was also helpful to hear you explain your use of them in video form. As for future videos, I remember that you said Phoebe Howard is your favorite interior designer, and I'd love to know more about how she has influenced you (I'm considering buying "Room by Room" based on your Amazon shop recommendation). Also, how you've been helped and what you like about the other books you recommend. A few other things I'd love to know more detail about in your beautiful home: how you shop for antiques; information about your curtains and gold/brass rods (I'm especially curious about your master bedroom curtains), and more tips on entertaining to make it less stressful and a continual part of life. Thank you for being such an inspiration and for sharing your gift of creating a beautiful home!!

[@JulieBlanner]

I'm sorry I missed your comment! Pardon the delay. I love how her style transcends through time. I can look to her earlier and recent designs and appreciate them the same. Her design is always timeless and warm. I love how she layers and look to her work for hanging art, arranging pillows, etc.

[@JulieBlanner]

Ooops! Hit reply too soon! Antiques | I'll add this to the video list Master Bedroom Curtain Rods | rstyle.me/+RMMtUgXYxYlTKsunAt7W8A They've changed a bit since we purchased 5 years ago but they're still similar. Curtains are RH Belgian Linen Thank you for watching!

[@70sladyalways25]

Goodness, it is so hard to pick a white. I’m currently building and I am so frustrated trying to decide on paint as I typically don’t redo things. I always try really hard to make a good choice that I can live with for a while.

[@JulieBlanner]

That's very smart. It definitely pays to put the work and research in ahead of time so you don't create more work for yourself down the line :)

[@VelvetandToads]

I’ve got F&B Clunch in the entry and white tie on my living room ceiling! This is so helpful. I remember years ago reading an interview with a white specialist who travelled the world picking whites for Museums, sometimes several for the same room to get it to look the same on each wall!

[@JulieBlanner]

Great minds! That's really interesting! I'm going to do a little googling now!

[@VelvetandToads]

Julie Blanner I have a fun F&B story for you. I was in the showroom down the street from me here in Paris one afternoon when another woman walked in. It was Catherine Deneuve. The whole shop fell silent, until a salesgirl worked up the nerve to ask if she could help her. Catherine Deneuve took off her signature sunglasses and said yes, she was looking for outdoor paint for the gate to her country house! 😎

[@JulieBlanner]

@@VelvetandToads How amazing is that! You must be "neighbors"!

[@VelvetandToads]

Julie Blanner She’s a little further away than F&B, but I’ve run into her three times. Once years ago near a bus stop where I was waiting, she was loading sleeping bags into the back of her Porsche for her daughter(presumably) and another girl who were standing there. Very down to Earth, despite her glamorous career. Kind of funny.

[@JulieBlanner]

@@VelvetandToads Wow! That's pretty cool!

[@bufboston1]

Great video, I also love Navajo White.

[@JulieBlanner]

Thanks!

[@lauratempestini5719]

What whites would go well with a subway Tile in a bathroom?

[@JulieBlanner]

It depends on the space. I am always partial to cream colors. You can read about my favorites here: julieblanner.com/favorite-cream-paint-colors/

[@cherylosterkamp7619]

Definately over the grey... just doesn't work with my decor or furniture. leaning toware linen white by benjamin moore but wondering if it goes with medium grey chairs?

[@aliceneal8666]

My house is east and west facing and doesn't get very much light i really want my house to be bright I love alot of plants and wicker items im at a loss of which white

[@JulieBlanner]

Alice, choosing paint colors can seem so overwhelming! I have a whole section on julieblanner.com dedicated to paint colors, so that would be a great place to start! Here's the link - julieblanner.com/category/paint-colors/

[@beatricealcaraz5799]

Hi, I came accross you today and subscribed I’m really having a hard time deciding on kitchen colors , we have a half wall in dinning room so not sure what color to do walls and trim, I’d greatly appreciate any ideas you can share with me, thanks

[@JulieBlanner]

Test Benjamin Moore Swiss Coffee or Soft Chanois

[@beatricealcaraz5799]

Sorry to keep bothering you so should I color the half wall the same color , thank you very much for getting back to me.

[@JulieBlanner]

@@beatricealcaraz5799 You can check out these three posts about trim: julieblanner.com/painting-walls-and-trim-the-same-color/ julieblanner.com/trim-paint-painting-trim-white/

[@maureentinen4135]

Hi Julie, So glad I stumbled upon your channel. I love white but have always been confused on how to select the optimum white for a given room. This video is sooo helpful. I have a quandry. My small kitchen has cherry cabinets. The walls were professionally tissue paper 'stained' to give a Tuscan feel. It's well done and looks lovely. But, after a decade it's time to go! It suddenly seems dated. I would like to go lighter but need to coordinate with my cherry (bordering on the red/orange scale) cabinets and my brown with black/ white accents counter tops (decidedly dark). My appliances are black. My kitchen has windows on two sides but faces North and a little West. Therefore, the room is bright when the sun is overhead, but muted light the rest of the day. Thoughts? Can I achieve a lighter look without changing my countertops? Thank you so very much

[@JulieBlanner]

Thank you! You certainly can. Do you mind sharing a photo in my FB group Celebrating Simple? I'm a visual person. I could help make recommendations.

[@gabrielasteger6858]

Great insight into white colors! Not plain at all!

[@JulieBlanner]

Thank you, Gabriela! I'm so glad you enjoyed it!

[@janefromthecountry1820]

Thank you Julie. I just painted one of our bedrooms BM Navaho White. I may paint ceiling in same color.

[@JulieBlanner]

You're welcome! Thanks for following along!

[@libbyneves5457]

I wonder what to paint a new great room. It will face west looking over-a large lake. There will be a screened in porch covering the middle half of that west wall. There will be a kitchen on the north end with two west facing and two north facing windows. There will be an art space on the south end with south and west facing windows. I would like to paint the room a warm neutral white. How could I balance both ends of the great room? Very nice presentation. Best of luck and thanks for reading my question.

[@JulieBlanner]

you will want to pay careful attention to the paint LRV and utilized swatches painted onto pasteboard. This will allow you to move the paint color around the room throughout the day and evaluate the light.

[@sylviasparks5585]

I’m professionally repainting my cabinets and changing my wall colours having a really hard time picking the right white I have cloud white right now on the cabinets ? They assume it is . Want to take the Caldwell green off the wall and Manchester tan off the rest and go white ? But which one!!

[@kimcircagirl474]

Lovvvv white tie, Can i come over c ur place!😄🙊

[@JulieBlanner]

Thank you!

[@soniasaurus5345]

Loved watching this!! thanks for the great ideas!! i love light creams too as they are warm and inviting!

[@JulieBlanner]

So glad it could help! Thanks for following along!

[@esauer2011]

Julie I just saw your reply about the Greek Villa, I am 100% Greek ;-). Thank you for the quick and thoughtful response, I am going to look it up. I had been looking at white duck, btw the color in your kitchen I love love love! Thanks Again.

[@JulieBlanner]

No problem at all! White Duck looks similar and also gorgeous! Thanks for watching!

[@kimcircagirl474]

Please Please do east west facing ...pleazz...im doing white dove in kitchen soon which is west facing room....my liv area rm is east facing ....this been so challenging for me...i do think white dove bm is goin be good

[@JulieBlanner]

see reply above

[@loriwolsey6225]

I am looking for a nice warm black paint and white/cream paint combo for various spots in my house. Any suggestions?

[@JulieBlanner]

A great combo is BM White Dove and SW Iron Ore

[@susancaupp7546]

Where did you get the carpet on your basement steps? Beautiful! I love the soft whites in your home. I’m repainting my living room and dining room. I will be using these white colors. I love the simplicity of your home, but so elegant too.

[@JulieBlanner]

Thank you, Susan! I put 3 runners together - it's pretty simple! Runner: rstyle.me/+SwXb-z_e5KIH8s-SYMsdeQ More Details: julieblanner.com/basement-stairs-budget/

[@annaward162]

I love your whites! Thank you! What are the covers on your windows. I need them!

[@sbezas9489]

You didn't mention much about West facing rooms. Our bedroom faces west. Which white would go best with that lighting?Navajo?

[@flaviadalylacarvalho4289]

Love !

[@JulieBlanner]

Thank you!

[@barbaracarbone4658]

Thanks much. Very informative.

[@JulieBlanner]

Thanks for watching, Barbara!

[@briemoon2799]

Hi Julie! We are looking to paint the outside of our house white (we have some brick too). We are wanting that cream white (not stark white) shade that is popular in Nashville. Do you have some suggestions? We plan to do the all white look with black lanterns and a very elegant feel. Possibly some pops of stained wood as an accent. Thanks!!

[@JulieBlanner]

Have you tried Greek Villa? It's really pretty for an exterior.

[@briemoon2799]

Julie Blanner I haven’t! I will check it out. Is that Sherman Williams? Thanks for your reply! 😊

[@JulieBlanner]

@@briemoon2799 It sure is! Be sure to check exterior paint in the morning, afternoon and evening. It will vary greatly!

[@kerlynfiallos8718]

So thankful I came across this video!! My theme is Farmhouse with Dark Walnut wood accents throughout my home and white cabinets/subway tile. For all wall colors Soft Chamois with SW untinted white for trim and ceiling go for the whole house? I won’t have a lot of natural light coming in either. 😕

[@JulieBlanner]

I think you would absolutely love it!

[@islo3941]

Hi Julie, Thank you so much for this video. It is so informative! I have a question, please: I have just purchased a condo with cathedral ceilings and a fairly small dark living room. I am planning to paint it white to attempt to make the room look bigger. What would you suggest in terms of white for the walls and for the ceilings and trims? I like the warm whites you used in your house but since my living room doesn't get a lot of sun throughout the day, I am not sure what to choose :( Many thanks for your input!

[@JulieBlanner]

Hi, congratulations on your new condo! I might suggest you check out the paint color section on julieblanner.com, where you can find lots of information about warm and cool whites, and thoughts about how they work in different spaces. Here's the link - julieblanner.com/category/paint-colors/

[@kimcircagirl474]

Very pretty kitchen, stellar :)

[@JulieBlanner]

Thank you! 😊

[@sharonthibault8153]

Great video! How about white exterior paint suggestions? I live in northern Maine where it is winter for about half the year.

[@JulieBlanner]

I think you’d love Greek Villa! Feels warm in a can but looks gorgeous as an exterior paint color!

[@sonyaedens5540]

This has been very helpful. I have just moved into a new home and I have realized that I dont know how to pick out paint. I just painted my sunroom classic grey however on one wall it appears yellow. Do you think soft chamis woukd be a good choice?

[@sonyaedens5540]

Also my decor is Southwest. I appreciate any advice.

[@JulieBlanner]

It's almost always a safe choice

[@delladearest2511]

TFS❣️ just what I’m looking for and you explained it beautifully 😎

[@JulieBlanner]

Awe thank you!

[@Worldfriends218]

what white paint goes with Marian blue paint

[@marmaladesunrise]

Love this video!!! Great subject: WHITE!

[@JulieBlanner]

Thank you! Have a lovely weekend!

[@ses9618]

where is the link to the formula for your kitchen paint?

[@zmg4894]

I m going thru a kitchen remodel and I’m going with bright white cabinets and gray back splash but the island is sage green. I want shite walls but not sure what to pick

[@deelifewithyeobo6709]

Hi. What is the color on your living room again?

[@JulieBlanner]

Hi Dee! Our living room is Sherwin Williams Zurich White.

[@sylvialovett7795]

I am so confused with all the different whites im looking at jasmin white vivid white ihave a lot of silver mirrors. What do you suggested please im in limbo at the moment i need guideness please

[@JulieBlanner]

I haven't used Jasmin White so I can't say for sure how that color will look. You can find more of my favorite colors and paint tips here: julieblanner.com/category/paint-colors/

[@dorotas.4840]

Love this video!! Very, very helpful!

[@JulieBlanner]

Thank you, Dorota!

[@des1180]

What is the classic white paint color?

[@margieclark6255]

I have an east facing living room that I would like to paint a white color. The room gets tons of light. What is the best white?

[@JulieBlanner]

Test Benjamin Moore Soft Chamois or Swiss Coffee

[@MrBazsi888]

Hi, please help me. I have a modern house facing north. The entry is also north. Which is the most luxorious white ? For trims I used middle antracit grey. I'm searching for the most luxorious white color now. Thanks. My goal is to feel some kind of a luxory yacht vibe in the end. Door handle is chrome.

[@ashc1758]

I'm finishing my basment which doesn't have much natural light. We are painting an accent wall black and the rest of the walls white. Which white would you suggest for the space? Thanks!

[@JulieBlanner]

If you want something super cheerful, try Farrow and Ball Pointing, something warmer, Benjamin Moore Soft Chamois or Farrow and Ball Clunch

[@eeminee2003]

Love your video thank you for sharing. My living room is north facing and the floors are dark wood I still can't figure out which color I should pick. Kitching is very dark no window is a open livingroom kitching. I don't know if I should keep the same color for both rooms since it is open or pick two different colors ? And the trim and ceiling same color as well or the trim white you suggested 🤔😭

[@JulieBlanner]

Thank you! Check out my post on trim the same color as wall: julieblanner.com/painting-walls-and-trim-the-same-color/

[@isaactaleb2981]

Thank you for this!! ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@JulieBlanner]

Isaac Taleb so glad you found it helpful!

[@JulieBlanner]

Zurich White, enjoy! julieblanner.com/sherwin-williams-zurich-white/

[@rosa632]

I just stumbled upon your Lovely channel, & just subscribed!! Timely, because I will be painting my living room soon. I live in a 1970’s ranch & the living room is the space that gets the most sun. I would appreciate your council. I’m considering something new, painting the walls a white color, but currently not sure which one. 🤔

[@JulieBlanner]

Hi Rosa, you are so sweet! I have lots of great information in the paint colors section of julieblanner.com that will be really helpful for you. Here's the link - julieblanner.com/category/paint-colors/

[@rosa632]

@@JulieBlanner, Thank You So Much! Headed there now. 🙂

[@cristinitaandco]

Wow this is so complicated. I have pure white on my trims and for mu walls I am btwn cloud white or simply white from Benajmin Moore for my dining room but I am still debating.

[@JulieBlanner]

Cristina, it can feel so overwhelming a times, but you've got this! Since you are down to 2 wonderful choices, perhaps consider painting a small area of the wall with each color and considering from there....

[@brendabachman7736]

Decorator’s white cabinets in a white dove matte painted open kitchen/living room…which color do I do on all of my trim? Sheen?

[@JulieBlanner]

Hi Brenda, here's some posts about tips for trim: julieblanner.com/trim-paint-painting-trim-white/ and julieblanner.com/paint-sheens/ Hope that helps!

[@bmrmamma]

Where is the link to the kitchen wall paint color that matches your range?

[@JulieBlanner]

Hi! Here is the link to the color that matches our range, julieblanner.com/cream-kitchen-cabinets/. Thanks for following along!

[@kimcircagirl474]

Thankyou for video

[@JulieBlanner]

Most welcome

[@barbaracarbone4658]

Thanks. This helps me in my crusade for the right white. Question: did you paint your kitchen bead board?

[@JulieBlanner]

google "Julie Blanner beadboard" to learn more about it, enjoy!

[@aleciawimer8506]

Where is your leather chair from?

[@roseenglish7923]

So informative, thank you.

[@JulieBlanner]

Glad it helped. Thanks for following along!

[@nathalinesackie3787]

This is so beautiful. What color paint you use. I love the natural look but I'm tried with grey.

[@JulieBlanner]

I use several warm whites - you can find them all here julieblanner.com/category/paint-colors/

[@godwins5929]

Hi! I have a question for you. I want to try the Benjamin Moore Soft Chamois but I want to make sure I have the right one. You mentioned before about Benjamin Moore’s soft chamois using the valspars signature paint? Are there two different ones or is it the same color? I got the Benjamin Moore soft chamois. No valspar. Did I get the right one?

[@JulieBlanner]

Yes, Benjamin Moore, enjoy!

[@hafedate]

Love your video! Thanks for your wonderful explanation very helpful. I think I'm going for Soft Chamois, but I'm still confused as to what color I should use for the trim and ceiling any suggestions? Also, what finish is best for this color and for ceiling and trim? One more question sorry, but is so overwhelming to choose a paint color. How about interior doors other then white what would be a good color combination between the wall color and doors? Thank you again.

[@JulieBlanner]

You can get all the details for Trim Paint (which is what I use for doors, too) here: julieblanner.com/trim-paint-painting-trim-white/ and even more detail about Soft Chamois here julieblanner.com/benjamin-moore-soft-chamois/

[@kimbo282411]

Thanks for this informative video! White paint can be so intimidating. I have a south facing bedroom with one medium size window as a natural light source. What white paint color would you recommend for the walls and trim that would provide a warm, cozy feel? Thanks so much for your help!

[@JulieBlanner]

You won't be disappointed with Soft Chamois.

[@janieromano8649]

Hi Julie, any suggestions for a white kitchen paint color, my cabinets are linen with caramel glaze. I have a window which faces north. Its a small kitchen. I have yellow walls now which reflects on the cabinets which I don't want anymore. My counters are a mixture of browns. Thank you for your advice, I enjoy your videos!

[@JulieBlanner]

Have you considered using linen in eggshell sheen? It will make your kitchen appear larger and I love cabinetry that matches the walls. It's so calming. Thanks for watching!

[@Bright_Learning]

This is so 😍😍

[@JulieBlanner]

Thank you! ☺️

[@carolswan7412]

I love your video. I have a question. I just got a new window with a wood look on vinyl could I trim the window out in a cream color or would it look stupid? Let me know.

[@JulieBlanner]

Can you please send a photo? I'm a visual person and it would help me to better understand and make recommendations.

[@carolswan7412]

Julie Blanner I’m sorry I don’t get the option to upload picture.

[@Monarch44]

LOVE the feel/look of your white spaces! But, I have always wondered how the HECK is a white couch practical? How do you keep it clean?

[@rachellebrooke4614]

She has a video about that

[@Monarch44]

@@rachellebrooke4614 What's the video titled?

[@JulieBlanner]

Thanks!

[@JulieBlanner]

Hi Cindi! High quality or performance fabrics certainly don't hurt. Here are two videos on cleaning and our sofas. Enjoy! kzbin.info/www/bejne/h3TLgICfaayZbNE kzbin.info/www/bejne/rWS7d3lmdrd3qMk

[@colleenbednarik952]

Where is the paint code for the kitchen color?

[@JulieBlanner]

Hi Colleen, you can find the kitchen color at the end of this post: httpjulieblanner.com/cream-kitchen-cabinets/

[@colleenbednarik952]

@@JulieBlanner Thank you Julie! I loved your video on choosing off white paint. We are moving into a new house and need all the help I can get! Thanks again. 😊

[@tillyasche3479]

Hi I am from Germany.I have dark green leather sofas and dark wooden table. The living room isn't very big.I am searching for a warm white colour.What colour would you advise me? I had strong colours before.But know I want warm colours that calms down.And lighten my dark furniture

[@angelikacaruso577]

I love your house 🏠 its beautiful. I like to do the same colors and your interior i like to copy. Thanks for all your information, my vibe are the same like yours 😊

[@JulieBlanner]

Awe thank you, Angelika!🥰Thanks for following along!

[@DioSuonatore]

What color are your kitchen cabinets

[@JulieBlanner]

You can find the details here! julieblanner.com/cream-kitchen-cabinets/

[@user-nr6pu6ex3i]

What’s the breakfast nook’s color??

[@JulieBlanner]

Hello! The color we used is Navajo White. You can read about it here:julieblanner.com/benjamin-moore-navajo-white/

[@MsGatorlover]

Thanks, Julie. Great video. I love to decorate but choosing paint colors is so difficult for me. My house has lots of open 2 story high ceilings, is positioned East West & gets plenty of light. I already have all my trim and ceilings painted SW Divine White. Cannot change that. I am looking for the perfect white wall color to go with Divine White. I tried SW Big Chill but the blue tones were too strong and it is darker than I really want. Would SW Pure White be a good choice with my Divine White trim? If no, do you have any suggestions in SW. (Our painters use only SW)!! Thank you so much. Trisha P.S. I love your website and newsletter.

[@JulieBlanner]

Hi! You can use SW Pure White for the walls - this is similar to what it would look like www.pinterest.com/pin/142778250666510666/ Another idea I always love is painting the walls the same color, just a different sheen. In your case, eggshell. It's a rich look.