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Emily Moorman

What Are the Best Paint Colors for East-Facing Rooms? Choose These to Balance the Morning Sun and Afternoon Light, Just Right

Light and airy modern dining room with yellow accent wall.

Choosing colors for any room involves careful deliberation, but understanding the room's orientation is the most important first step. The best colors for east-facing rooms can adapt to the dramatically changing light throughout the day — bringing much-needed balance to the space.

"East-facing rooms are full of beautiful, soft morning light that feels fresh and energizing, but by the afternoon, that natural brightness fades, so it’s key to choose colors that look great in both cool and low light," explains Tash Bradley, director of interior design at Lick.

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