Homeowners spend hours staring at colour swatches at their local paint stores. How can they make sure that colours look great on a tiny square of paper will also look great on the walls at home? Designed for every home decorator who's never painted before - and for those who swore they'd never paint again - this is a guide to choosing the best colour scheme for every room, the first time, every time. The author unveils 40 colour recipes, all chosen from top manufacturers and tested in the real homes of real clients. She covers rooms painted bright, neutral and everywhere in-between and provides tools and tips for getting exactly the look you want. The title also includes detailed information on furnishing and accessorizing the home. Like having a professional paint consultant in your home, this user-friendly guide should make anyone an instant colour expert - and every room a showcase by offering simple, no-nonsense decorating guidelines that should help you reevaluate, reorganize and revitalize every room in your home.