With fall in full swing, it’s time to spruce up your home with new seasonal items, colors and textures. Here are some of the hottest trends to look out for:

Harvest hues

Think that fall is all about traditional browns and oranges? Think again. The color experts at Krylon, the nation’s leading spray paint manufacturer, curated a palette called “Indigenous” as part of its 2012 color trends, which includes hues that are perfect for the fall season.

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“There is a primal energy to this palette,” said Donna Schroeder, manager of Color + Design at Krylon. “As we look deeper into the forest, our search for connection brings us to an untouched and pure palette of greens and browns that please the environmentalist in us all,” she added.

This palette includes earthy shades of green like Hunter, Citrus and Fern; as well as warm reddish accents like Burgundy that are great for seasonal decorating.

Warming indoor accents

Just because Halloween and Thanksgiving are the major holidays in fall, it doesn’t mean you should only deck your home with pumpkins, goblins or turkeys. There are plenty of ways to incorporate the look and feel of the season with textures, finishes and accent pieces. As the weather gets cooler, add colorful blankets and throw in different weaves to add interest to your existing furniture. Engage all your senses by incorporating scented candles throughout your home — fall staples like apple, caramel and cinnamon will make every room more warm and inviting.

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Don’t feel like you need to buy all new decor for the season. Spray paint is a simple and inexpensive way to update existing items you may already have around the house like candlesticks, a serving tray or picture frames in the new fashionable colors.

Once you have found the items that you want to makeover, lightly sand them to ensure a smooth surface. Next, wipe down the surface to remove any dust or debris. Apply even coats of primer and then add the color of your choice from Krylon’s “Indigenous” palette, like Citrus Green, which is available in the Indoor/Outdoor spray paint line. Not only will it dry to the touch in 10 minutes or less, it will also deliver an exceptionally durable and smooth finish, leaving your painted items looking perfect.

As a focal point in living rooms, the mantel is an ideal location to display your new, beautiful fall creations. Adding lighted elements, like lanterns or candles, can also bring additional warmth to the room. Don’t have a mantel? Don’t worry — instead, your dining table can be made over to display your seasonal decor pieces. To protect the top from any scratches or stains, place a runner underneath your new tablescape. Burlap is a perfect choice for this time of year, helping you bring the look and feel of fall right into your dining room.

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Don’t wait until December to begin decorating for the season. Fall is the perfect time to make an impact and showcase your design style and vibrant new seasonal colors throughout any area of the house.

For more information, visit www.krylon.com. This article is courtesy of ARAcontent.