Psychology of Color: Green

As a symbol of growth and fertility, green was once a popular wedding dress color in 15th century Europe. And green was U.S President George Washington’s favorite color. Green has diverse associations, from jealousy to nature, wealth to life. Because the human eye is able to discern more shades of green than any other color, green offers a wealth of options  for the interior or exterior design of your home.

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In some studies, green has been shown to improve reading ability, making it a wonderful color for studies, libraries, offices, and classrooms.

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Opposed to red, orange, and yellow, colors that stimulate your mind and body, green calms and relaxes. Use green in bathrooms and bedrooms to create a serene atmosphere that rejuvenates.

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Green has been shown to help the wounded and sick recover quicker, which is why hospitals often have green walls. This healing color can create an oasis from the day to day brunt of life, helping you recharge.

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Green has so many positive benefits that you’ll want at least a little of it in each room of your home, even if it’s just as a potted plant.

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If, after selecting the shades of green you want, you’re not sure how to coordinate with other colors, read our post Basic Color Theory: Coordination Made Simple.

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2 Responses to Psychology of Color: Green

  1. John dooley says:

    I love green color very much. I think any one feel comfort with green color. Most of the people can not tolerate other colors for long time but green. I really discovered that how amazing it will be if we use some green color with White Furniture. I did not follow this fantastic combination before visiting this site. In my opinion among the above photos the best design of bedroom is the bedroominterior.com. Thanks to provide such types of design. Really i will try to furnish my bed room like this one. I can’t forget it’s beauty.

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