Color drenching: just a fad or here to stay?

Color drenching is part of the recent movement toward bold, saturated colors, and creates an immersive environment that packs a punch.

The technique involves using a single color throughout a room for walls, ceilings, trim, and doors. Although most often referring to paint, the chosen color can also influence furniture and decor decisions, creating a monochromatic and cohesive space. While it’s certainly gaining popularity in mainstream design, we hesitate to call it a trend and believe the look’s longevity is dependent on its execution. 

As with all elements of design, the scheme should be well-considered. If done in lighter shades or neutrals, color drenching can have a softer, more organic effect. White paint has been used widely since the boom of the farmhouse aesthetic and continues to be the primary color choice for many of today’s homes. 

While opting for an all-over bolder hue may seem like a radical idea, the use of a unified color scheme has existed in design for centuries. As always, our favorite inspiration is pulled from the United Kingdom, where they’ve been big on color since forever. 

One hesitation some seem to have is whether or not drenching a space will make it appear smaller. More often than not, the opposite is true. Think of your room as a box. If you’re currently living with colored walls and a traditional white ceiling, the box has a lid on it. When you treat the room as a whole, the lid disappears and the room feels larger.

In summary, we say go for it. Color is fun and has the ability to bring new life to a space. The best thing about paint remains that it’s easy to change if you decide it simply doesn’t suit.

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Liv