Colour Zoning or colour blocking has become trendy once again in the world of interiors. I say this with excitement as it is a trick that many of us have used for years when wanting to highlight an architectural detail or define a specific space within a room. Whether its with stripes, blocks of color or shapes this is a relatively easy and affordable way to dress a room and create instant interest. I love it when used in high contrast: a single black wall in stark relief to white walls and a classically striped ceiling but it works just as well in a tone-on-tone palette creating a softer, more subtle effect. Any way you cut it, this is a modern way to add aesthetic interest and personalization to your space.
Tips for application:
- Use painter's tape to mark off your grid, stripes or desired painted area on your wall. Step back and look to make sure all lines and angles are straight. If using a curved design, I recommend using a stencil to keep lines clean.
Tips for smooth tape removal via ehow:
Wait until paint has completely dried before removing painter's tape. (most paint is usually set within an hour).
- Touch painted surface gently with the tips of your fingers. If the paint is dry to the touch, you can begin removing the painter's tape. If the paint is sticky or moist, wait until it dries.
- Find an edge of the painter's tape. Pull on the tape's edge with one hand and use your other hand to direct the tape so it comes off in a straight line. If you tug at the tape without using your hand to guide it, you risk smudging or cracking the clean line you've created.
- Hold the tape at a 90-degree angle from its surface and remove it at steady pace. If you remove the tape too slowly, some of the adhesive might remain on your surface. If you remove the tape too quickly, the tape is likely to break, making the removal process take longer.
*Photography via:(images 4 & 6) SICO, (images 3 & 5) "COLOR made easy" and (images 1 & 2) "domino the book of decorating"
