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Thursday, November 3rd, 2016
Hooker Furniture Accents Fretwork Mirror: Imagine hanging this beauty on your accent wall!
No homeowner should be against having an interesting accent wall. This is one design element that would make your friends and family members rave. Having an accent wall is not painting three walls with something neutral and one wall with the color that you really wanted in the first place. Having this kind of wall means you want to amaze people, to draw some attention, and to make them marvel at what they see there. So how do you make an amazing accent wall?
Accentuate Architecture
Having an accent wall means you have to appreciate and know how to use the architecture of your home. This will actually serve as your guide so be able to point out the most interesting architecture. An example of this is the wall where the fireplace was built. Now that should automatically become your accent wall. Having the fireplace in one of the three other walls would make it snag the attention that’s supposed to be given to the purposed accent wall.
Choose a Logical Paint Color
Take the time to carefully choose your paint. The best places for an accent wall include the wall that anchors the bed, a reading nook, the end of a long hallway, the bookshelf wall, and of course, the wall where the fireplace is situated.
The trick here is to use the wall that would be the star of the show. But be careful in creating this design masterpiece as it could also overwhelm your interiors. An accent wall should be able to make a statement without overpowering the room’s theme. Know how to create a visual impact by choosing a color that is bold or fresh.
Finding the correct color can be a bit challenging. Find a wall that’s within eyesight when you are standing in an adjacent room. The color that you end up choosing will have two roles once you use it on your accent wall and also when you see it from across another room.
Your preference matters when you are out to pick your accent wall color. Just make sure that it would stand out and that you’re ready to make a dramatic statement.
If you ever decide to have bright-colored walls on the other three walls, then choose a dark color still from the same color scheme. If, however, your other three walls come in dark colors, then find an accent color that’s two hues lighter or even darker.
Be Creative…Draw!
Remember those days when you were still a toddler and your parents always said you can’t write on the walls? Well, now that you’re older, you can begin your creative wall project by featuring your favorite song lyrics right on your walls, the map of the world, or your artistic painting right on the wall.
So go ahead, take a ruler, find a paint pen and create. Should you find your drawings hideous, then you can always paint over them and start all over.
Wallpaper ‘Em
Don’t be limited to paint when it comes to beautifying your accent wall. Remember that you can also use wallpapers to set up an interesting accent wall. Just make sure to balance the colors throughout the room that you’re designing. All other elements must harmonize with your chosen wallpaper texture, pattern and color.
When you are refurnishing, be sure to coordinate also your décor and the fabrics. You could also use a charming flower arrangement using the accent color elsewhere in your room.
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Rainbows, Butterflies and All Things Nice
Create your own version of rainbow wall by using color swatches first. You then need to get these supplies –
Paint brush or roller
Painter’s tape
Ruler or measuring tape
Paint cans in rainbow colors
Step one is to measure your wall length, divide it equally into the number of colors in a rainbow, then paint. To create straight lines, be sure to use a measuring tape and to tape off every other hue using a pencil.
Let dry for 1-2 hours and you’d have achieved that memorable rainbow accent wall.
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Monday, October 3rd, 2016
Winners Only Bar and Game Room Black Cushioned Barstool DDT245024E
Black is probably the most misunderstood color in the whole, wide world. It is so bold that many people find it intimidating. It can evoke dark feelings. This is not a common go-to color in terms of home décor or interior design. Most homes with many family members do not believe that this is the color to use to induce bonding and harmony.
Black is classy, though. It is sophisticated in so many ways yet it is not for the amateur to handle. This is the color to use when you want to create fashionable and chic color schemes for a work space, even a kitchen. As long as you use it the right way, you will see how black can help you tell a wonderful story. It can even be paired with any color to achieve harmony.
Black Furniture
Black is often a complementary color. This is one of its finest advantages. So, whether you are planning to decorate the bedroom or the living room, black furniture can powerfully change the dimension in that room.
A beautiful black sofa and any coffee table is a pair that will provide a stunning contrast especially when placed on a bright-colored backdrop like powder yellow. Furniture is often the focal point of a design. For instance, adding a vase of colorful, fresh roses atop a hardwood tabletop plus a lush carpet below will surely be an ambience that’s worth noticing.
Black Spells Artistic
Black is a major enhancer of architectural structures. This is a color that adds an artistic flair so go ahead and paint the trim, molding or doors with black. Use green or aqua blue on walls to contrast with a calming effect. Use high gloss paint on concrete floors or any old wood furniture.
Use black in accessories and drapes to achieve cohesion.
Black Walls
Black may seem scary or even tricky but you must stop fearing this color if you want to use it effectively in your home. One can always use a change of color on your walls. Pick one wall as a focal wall then design it with horizontal or vertical stripes. You can also use marigold or auburn as foundations or simply choose any patterned wallpaper with hints of black on it.
Damask or paisley prints in black and white will also add a different kind of appeal in your home.
Black Accessories
Accessories are your best friends when you are out to pick a color scheme. When you use two solid colors, it is wise to incorporate black in the room. Use it on accent pieces such as clocks, vases, rugs or photo frames. These should add a cool yet classy vibe that would never compete with the overall design.
Always think of black as a solution when you’re on the edge. A room that is aching for a makeover would do well to have black.
Black Trim
Black may have a contradictory character but its use on the finishing touches of any room could provide the needed highlight. This is why black is often used on vaulted ceiling beams. This is a color that can effectively absorb light, thus, make sure that you use it with caution.
Black may appear unhappy or negative but if you use it correctly, it could also look trendy. Use it on window frames not just the exposed ceiling beams. Highlight other beautiful architectural details of your home. You could use high-gloss or lower sheen for the trimming.
Black is especially beautiful on windows and door casings, mantels and pillars. It is also perfect on the crown molding and just about any other architectural elements that outline a room.
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