Color Story No. 05: Sunburst Shades

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After months of gray clouds, chilly temps, and wet weather in the Pacific Northwest, the sun is finally shining! We are embracing the warmth and energy that vibrant shades bring. Yellows and oranges mimic the joy of a sun break, filling our homes and hearts with hope and happiness. Zesty hues are more versatile than you might think. Their most common appearance as a color pop on a front door or accent wall isn’t their only application. When used in broad strokes like on exterior siding or four interior walls, sunburst shades can feel more like a mellow yellow (or orange).

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Casa de Oro | 1026

If you're looking for a bold yet timeless statement for your front door, look no further than Casa de Oro | 1026. This stunning color choice will add a jolt of warmth to your home's exterior that will break though any gray day. A perfect orange, Casa de Oro pairs beautifully with complementary blue hues or colors in the beige or brown family. Your home will radiate cheerful and welcoming energy with this sunburst shade.

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Yellow Shout | 0935

A playful and vibrant color in the bedroom ensures always waking up on the bright side! Despite its name, Yellow Shout | 0935 doesn’t have to be loud. This saturated marigold color plays nicely with softer pastels like mauve and peach to create a soft and sleepy vibe in this bedroom. Used as an all-over hue, Yellow Shout settles down and promotes sweet and sunny dreams.

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Lioness | 0864

The definition of a happy hue, Lioness | 0864 offers an energetic welcome when painted on a front door. This stunning shade of yellow with reddish undertones harmonizes beautifully with other bright blues, lush green foliage and bright white trim, creating an uplifting and eye-catching entrance to any abode. Consider pairing this sunny yellow with various shades of gray  to invigorate a neutral exterior color scheme.

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Warm Fuzzies | 0830

Warm Fuzzies | 0830 is just the hue to bring the sunshine inside. With a touch of green, this lemon-y yellow buzzes with energy, much needed when spending most of the workday in our home offices.  Bright and bold, Warm Fuzzies sparks creativity and inspires action.  No need to stay inside the lines with this color – try painting free-form shapes that will become a sunny backdrop on your next video call.

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