Make mealtimes a cheery affair with swaths of this sunshiny hue on your dining room walls, furniture or ceiling

Visually raise or lower a ceiling, or just add an eyeful of interest, with paint from splashy to soothing

Slather on some bold ceiling color for an instant — and eye-catching — transformation

Go bold overhead for a touch of intimacy or a punch of energy

Choose a paint with some heft and a little sheen for walls and ceilings with long-lasting good looks. Here are some getting-started tips

From racing stripes to accent walls, see how to work this vibrant hue into your home

Go ahead, paint everything the same color (even the trim)

Hues on the fiery end of the spectrum can add spark and intensity to living room walls, furniture and accent pieces

Plum-hued walls, furniture, bedding and even a ceiling show that purple colors can work in any room

More than just hardware is gleamworthy in a home. Marrying metallics with walls, ceilings, furniture and accessories makes your rooms glow