Red wall color stimulates both the appetite and conversation.
The colors in a dining room have a psychological impact on those sitting down at the table for a meal. Because the wall color in a dining room is a major element in the room's design, select a paint color that creates an atmosphere that is both lively and relaxing.
Red
The color red induces a sense of excitement. A passionate color, red is often used in restaurants because the color stimulates the appetite. Use red in your formal dining room, pairing it with white trim and accessories. Select a shade of red that leans more toward apple red or with an orange undertone, but stay away from Chinese red or fire engine red as these shades may make diners feel overly anxious after a brief time.
Green
Dining rooms with little natural light or on the smaller side may benefit from the color green. Green conveys a sense of well being, of good health and is associated with natural settings, such as meadows, and aromas such as spring rain.
Leafy green walls with complementary yellow make a dining room feel lively and fresh without overstimulating diners' senses.
Blue
Darker shades of blue bring elegance and sophistication to a dining room. This cool color pairs well with pale gray or creamy yellow. Use the lighter tones for trim and in fabric patterns.
Paler shades of blue offer a sense of serenity to the dining area; diners will enjoy lingering over a meal and engaging in conversation. Pair he lighter shades with touches of bolder colors for visual interest.
Pink
From cotton candy to salmon to clay, pink is more closely associated with little girls' rooms and patios than the dining room. The darker end of this spectrum, however, lends itself to a sense of conviviality and eclecticism that may appeal to those seeking the unusual.
The reddish pink of sunsets, the subtle pink of clay tiles or the more yellow pink of sandy beaches offers a wide range of options. Paired with yellow the effect is tropical. Paired with deeper blue the effect is homey. Add touches of gray, and the overall appeal is more urban and contemporary. Avoid bubble gum or lipstick pink as these tend to invoke a sense of restlessness, as do the brighter red shades.
Brown
Considered a neutral color, of brown bring about a sense of calm and quiet. Richer tones, however, such as cocoa or ginger, create a livelier feel, and are likely to prove more stimulating in both appetite and conversation than the lighter shades. Paired with eggshell white or pale blue, the darker tones become more sophisticated in their appeal.
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