Benjamin Moore sees a purple reign in 2011 colour forecast

From deep smoky wine to wildly pumped up fuchsia, purple promises to be a predominant colour in home décor in 2011. So say the colour experts at Benjamin Moore, who annually pronounce their predictions for the coming year in a booklet that’s free and available now at Leaside Paint Centre. The Envision Colour 2011 booklet is loaded with inspiring decorating ideas, photo illustrations, plus the forecasted palette of 18 hues.

“One purple to watch for in 2011 is Benjamin Moore Vintage Wine 2116-20,” said Sharon Grech, Benjamin Moore colour expert. “It is an anchoring and rich hue with a deep brown base and a hint of smoky violet. Vintage Wine is the perfect foil for the latest wood finishes, leathers, linens and other textiles.”

But, for anyone who wants purple with a little more punch, Grech says Royal Flush 2076-20 is a sure bet for 2011. This berry-kissed Benjamin Moore colour can be grounded when combined with neutrals or fashionable grays, yet swings to the exotic when teamed with other brights.

Grech also noted there’s a range of pale yet power-statement colours headed our way in 2011. A standout among this group is Benjamin Moore’s Smoke 2122-40. “It is a subtle blue gray that is best described as an update of spa blue with an injection of sophisticated and seasoned gray.”

Visit Leaside Paint to pick up your Envision Colour 2011 booklet. Need a contractor for your paint project? Stop by the store or visit www.leasidepaintcentre.com to choose from Leaside Paint’s full roster of approved professional paint contractors. Using a Benjamin Moore recommended contractor not only ensures that you’ll have Benjamin Moore paint on your walls, but also that your job will be to your utmost satisfaction.

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