Yellow paint is brighter than I thought!
#1
05-03-02, 06:31 AM
Yellow paint is brighter than I thought!
I bought a mixed yellow latex satin interior wall paint.I am painting over an off white color on sheetrock in my living/dining room.it is an open room and kind of small.I was trying for a soft,light,warm yellow.I thought that was what I had but after painting the dining room I have found out that it is too bright.
I was wondering what the best way to lighten it up would be?Maybe go over it with a glaze so that the yellow will still show but not so bright.If so,what kind and what would be the best color?
Or should I mix in some white and paint over it?
I would really love the look of a glaze or a rag or cloudy effect.Know what I mean?
Any ideas will be greatly appreciated!
I was so disappointed that it came out that way
I need some creative minds 
Thank so very much.
Jenn
PS...I forgot to add that I have a dark brown leather couch,black leather recliner,and dark cherry finish entertainment center.beige carpet (ick) and light wood trim (we got the enter. center really cheap).Thanks.
I was wondering what the best way to lighten it up would be?Maybe go over it with a glaze so that the yellow will still show but not so bright.If so,what kind and what would be the best color?
Or should I mix in some white and paint over it?
I would really love the look of a glaze or a rag or cloudy effect.Know what I mean?
Any ideas will be greatly appreciated!
I was so disappointed that it came out that way
I need some creative minds Thank so very much.
Jenn
PS...I forgot to add that I have a dark brown leather couch,black leather recliner,and dark cherry finish entertainment center.beige carpet (ick) and light wood trim (we got the enter. center really cheap).Thanks.
Last edited by jenn_6; 05-03-02 at 06:54 AM.
#4
05-08-02, 04:34 AM
you have several options...
You have several options and the final results will be just fine. Only you can decide if you like it.
Any faux painting technique will work - sponge, rag, dry brush, wash, etc. A glaze may be too shiny for your tastes. A satin latex would work ok. Color - go with a very pale yellow. You won't need much paint for this. A quart would be plenty for a small room.
Just adding some white to the yellow won't do it. You have to add the yellow tyo the white. If you choose this route just add a bit of the yellow to the white. Start with just a little yellow and add a little at a time TO the white until you get the shade you want. It won't take much of the yellow tint to change the white. It will take a lot of white to soften the yellow.
And don't be afraid - anything you do will turn out just fine. Have fun.
Any faux painting technique will work - sponge, rag, dry brush, wash, etc. A glaze may be too shiny for your tastes. A satin latex would work ok. Color - go with a very pale yellow. You won't need much paint for this. A quart would be plenty for a small room.
Just adding some white to the yellow won't do it. You have to add the yellow tyo the white. If you choose this route just add a bit of the yellow to the white. Start with just a little yellow and add a little at a time TO the white until you get the shade you want. It won't take much of the yellow tint to change the white. It will take a lot of white to soften the yellow.
And don't be afraid - anything you do will turn out just fine. Have fun.
