Orange paint is known as a warm-toned paint that has many psychological benefits and positive characteristics. Painting walls in a room orange, or even just one accent wall, can bring about feelings of happiness, enhance social interaction and more. The decorating benefits to orange are endless, as well. Incorporating natural wood floors and furniture, along with most shades of browns and reds, is easy with orange painted walls. Rustic or Mediterranean-themed kitchens can be enhanced with the right shade of orange paint.

Picking a shade of paint can be nerve-racking, and it's hard to know if you are choosing the right color for your walls. Make it easier on yourself and consult with an experienced, professional painter who can give you great advice about how to paint your walls orange. You can also purchase a small can of paint in the color you want and test it out on the wall or on a poster board. Keep it on the wall or next to the wall for a few days to see how you like it.

Orange paint on the walls in a dining room are said to actually stimulate the appetite and promote feelings of excitement; what a way to dine! If you are thinking about orange for the kitchen walls, then you will probably end up with a fresh and crisp-themed kitchen. As with any paint color, there are many different shades of orange paint. Peachy oranges are often used in bathrooms, as they are more delicate. Brownish oranges are common for dens and kitchens, as they incorporate feelings of warmth and coziness. Too much of any shade of bright orange can lead to overstimulation and can result in the opposite of the desired relaxation and comfort.

Additional Resources

• Read about the best Sherwin-Williams orange paints for a kitchen.

• View rooms painted in orange from HGTV.

• Find a painting contractor