Early 1900 House Colors | Homesteady
As the 19th century drew to a close, ready-mixed paints entered the design lexicon and Edwardian homes had more choices of light colors that came in easy-to-use tins. Decor simplified as people sought cleaner, simpler spaces and better hygiene. Muted and light colors such as pinks, light greens and pale blues, were popular and white trim set off the pale colors. White ceilings reflected much more light. Long-lasting white paint had appeared for the first time in the 1880s, and was used extensively in the late 1800s through the 1920s in Edwardian-style homes. In a holdover from the elaborate decor and darker shades of the Victorian era, trim and decorative work, like chair rails, were often painted gold, green or red in rooms with cream or white walls.
