What Is a Certified Color Expert?
A Certified Color Expert is a trained paint and design professional who helps homeowners select colors that work beautifully within their space. Our Color Experts are trained in color theory, undertones, color harmony, saturation, light reflectance, color depth, and the ways natural and artificial lighting influence how paint colors appear throughout a home.
This expertise helps homeowners avoid costly repainting mistakes and create cohesive color palettes that complement their home’s finishes, furnishings, and architectural features.
Did you know that a recent Zillow study showed you could increase your homes selling value by almost $10,000 by painting the right colors?
Or how about the fact that the average paint job lasts between 10-15 years which means hiring a Certified Color Expert will only cost pennies per day for you to love your home!
Why Should I Work with a Certified Color Expert?
Working with a Certified Color Expert eliminates much of the guesswork involved in choosing paint colors. We help homeowners create spaces that feel balanced, intentional, and uniquely their own.
Color consultation can help with:
- Whole-home color palettes
- Individual room color selection
- Accent wall design
- Trim and molding coordination
- Wallpaper pairing
- Cabinet color selection
- Home resale preparation
- New construction and remodeling projects
EK Painting provides color consultation services throughout Lancaster and Berks Counties.
Can You Help Me Choose Paint Colors?
Absolutely. Many homeowners feel overwhelmed by the number of paint colors available today. Some of the most challenging colors to choose include whites, grays, greiges, beiges, and other neutral tones because subtle undertones can dramatically change how they appear in a room.
Bold colors can present challenges as well. Accent walls, cabinetry, wallpaper, trim details, and decorative finishes all need to coordinate with existing furnishings, flooring, countertops, and lighting.
Our Color Experts help homeowners evaluate colors within their actual space using professional color samples and expert guidance. We consider natural light, artificial lighting, architectural features, and existing finishes to help you create a cohesive color palette that feels right for your home.
Whether you’re looking for a timeless neutral, a bold statement color, or a coordinated whole-home palette, we can help you confidently narrow your options and avoid costly repainting mistakes.
How a Color Consultation Works
The process begins with a brief phone conversation to discuss your project, goals, and design preferences, followed by scheduling an in-home color consultation.
During the consultation, we bring professional color samples and our complete Sherwin-Williams color library, including large 8×10 color samples that make it easier to visualize how colors will look within your home.
Color selection is a step-by-step process. We work together to narrow down options until the right colors are identified for your space. Once selections are finalized, all chosen colors are documented, and the samples remain with you for future reference. Having physical samples on hand can also make it easier to coordinate furniture, décor, flooring, and other finishes throughout your home.
