Rugh Design

Color Consultations, Schemes & Reviews by Laura Rugh

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    I am looking to paint the majority of my main floor in Alpaca so, I need to be very certain I love it. Could you kindly tell me what undertones this color has? Would you consider it a warm gray?

    Many thanks!

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      Hi Denii,

      I would definitely categorize Alpaca as a warmer gray, as it actually has a brownish undertone. If you are able, I highly recommend getting a sample and testing it out in your home and in your lighting (check it in all of the different lighting throughout the day) before completely committing. Please feel free to contact me for a Color Consultation if you need more detailed help! Thanks so much for reaching out!

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    I repainted most of my main floor in SW Alpaca; however, I’m not entirely thrilled with it. I was hoping to paint one or two walls a complementary color to warm it up a bit rather than redo the entire project. Do you have a color suggestion…something warm and neutral? Appreciate your thoughts.

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      Hi Angela,

      I’m sorry that Alpaca didn’t work out for you like you planned. There are lots of options for accent wall colors, buy it would be helpful to see what other undertones you have going on in your home to make sure it coordinates. I would love to help you through an Interior Color Consultation! Thank you for reaching out and I hope to hear from you soon. 🙂

      Have a great weekend,
      Laura

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    I’m painting my new ranch home with cathedral ceilings in Alpaca. Should ceiling be same color or will it look better with a white ceiling? Suggestions?

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      Hi Chris,

      Great question! I like to do 50% (lighter shade) of the wall color for cathedral ceilings to avoid the stark white contrast against the walls. Since the ceiling height is higher, there is no need to do white (unless you just love it) to create the illusion of more space.

      Thanks for reaching out,
      Laura

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      Hi Sandra,

      Alpaca has a taupe undertone that in certain lights could appear slightly lavender. I always recommend testing a large sample first since paint can be tricky and does change some in certain lighting. I know that’s easier said than done at this point! I would love to help you find the right color for your space through an Interior Color Consultation.

      I understand it’s hard to think about re-painting a space, but it promise you that you will be so much happier to find the right color! I sincerely hope to hear from you. Thanks so much for reaching out!

      Laura

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    I’m trying to repaint a condo that has Baltic brown granite and Carmel colored cabinets and wood floors. My daughter would like a grey color. Would Alpaca work?

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    I recently used Alpaca in my master bedroom on the wall and ceiling with Pure White on all my trim including the crown molding. I’m so pleased with the outcome.

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      Hi Jenn,

      Thank you for chiming in! It always makes me happy when paint colors work out well in spaces. 🙂 Enjoy!!

      Laura

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    I have stained wood trim in my new home. I know a lot of people dont like it, but I absolutely love it. Beautiful dentil moulding in every room throughout the house. Will alpaca paint work? I love the color and have heard to use a neutral warm grey to bring out the wood. The wood is stained somewhere between gunstock and cherry minwax stain color. Look forward to hearing from you.

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    I’m using alpaca and requisite gray on my walls. What is the best white for wood trim? Also could I use Mink instead of backdrop for my dining room? Thanks for your advice!

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    I am in the process of painting the exterior of my house. I was planning to use light French gray. Yet, I am afraid it would look like a institutional building (government, school) on the cooler side. Alpaca seems a good option due to the warmer underline. Yet, my concern is that Alpaca seems a bit too light and neutral. Also, I am planning to use extra white for the trims, gutters, etc. Any opinion or recommendation?
    Thank you
    OGB

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      Hi Oscaf! First of all, yes, great choice for your trim and gutters! Extra White is my go-to crisp, bright white that doesn’t have any undertones to worry about; just a true white. Alpaca and Light French Gray are possibilities for your exterior if you would like a soft color. They both do tend to be cooler with a hint of a blue undertone, so be sure that they go with your other exterior elements that you may have like stone, brick, etc.

      One important thing to keep in mind for exteriors, is that colors will become more washed out in the natural light. If you would like more of a contrast, I might go a bit darker than you might think, such as the second paint color down from the lightest color on the paint swatch. Test out some colors first to see how they look in your lighting and feel free to contact me for an Exterior Color Consult if you need help narrowing down a color!

      I included your question in a blog post and you can see it here: Hey Laura! Is Colonnade Gray the right Choice for my Open Space?

      Thanks so much!

      Laura

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    Can I use alpaca in a hallway that opens int o a den with Olympus white on the walls and a Carrara marble fireplace or should I mix white and alpaca to make a lighter shade.

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    would Alpaca go with maple colored cabinets, black granite countertops (Uba Tuba) in a kitchen?

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