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{"id":2548,"date":"2016-11-09T17:01:26","date_gmt":"2016-11-09T17:01:26","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/mccreerys.blogs.eprevue.net\/?p=2548"},"modified":"2019-05-10T13:01:23","modified_gmt":"2019-05-10T13:01:23","slug":"neutral-ground-how-to-make-a-neutral-palette-work-for-you","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.mccreerys.com\/blog\/2016\/11\/09\/neutral-ground-how-to-make-a-neutral-palette-work-for-you\/","title":{"rendered":"Neutral Ground: How to Make a Neutral Palette Work for You"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"attachment_2549\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" ><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-large wp-image-2549\" src=\"http:\/\/mccreerys.blogs.eprevue.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/23\/2016\/11\/BLOG-4.-Hooker-Furniture-Living-Room-Latico-Chest-1024x378.jpg\" alt=\"Hooker Furniture Living Room Latico Chest\" width=\"1024\" height=\"378\" \/><p class=\"wp-caption-text\">Hooker Furniture Living Room Latico Chest<\/p><\/div>\n<p>Did you know that colors behave in three ways? They can be passive, active or neutral. The term neutral actually means unbiased or impartial. It is because of this that the use of neutral colors is quite common in many homes.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Neutrals Pair with Any Hue <\/strong><\/p>\n<p>To begin with, neutrals like black, white, cream, brown, gray or any earthy tone can work with any color. Neutrals are versatile when it comes to decoration and interior design. This means that even through the years, as trends and preferences change, your color scheme remains in style.<\/p>\n<p>Neutrals are hues that also provide the best background to any other color. It provides solid foundation for any d\u00e9cor whatever your style is.<\/p>\n<p>Don\u2019t overuse neutrals to the point that they become boring. Imagine seeing walls upon walls of cream or beige. That\u2019s absolutely aesthetically stagnating.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Neutrals Add Visual and Tactile Textures <\/strong><\/p>\n<p>When you plan any neutral room, consider texture. This is a term that refers to an object\u2019s appearance or surface characteristics. Texture isn\u2019t all about seeing but touching, too. Tactile texture is the actual surface feeling whether it is smooth, rough, hard or soft.<\/p>\n<p>Create a room that is multisensory. The design and d\u00e9cor mustn\u2019t just look great but also begging to be touched. Imagine having a plush carpet right in the middle of the living room. Wouldn\u2019t you want to remove your shoes and just lie down?<\/p>\n<p><strong>Neutrals in the Entryway <\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The entryway is where most first impressions take place. This is the right spot to show your being savvy in choosing a design. Don\u2019t jar your guests with bright colors, though, only to make an impression. It\u2019s better to select some patterns that may be neutral but still add visual interest to this part of your home. Think of runners, wallpaper, rugs, and art.<\/p>\n<p>It would also be nice to place an unexpected furniture piece on the entryway. Imagine having a wing-backed chair right by the rack where the shoes are kept.<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re looking for the best neutral color to use, you can have inspiration from the floor tiles. Use the neutral colors of your tiles then bring that same shade to the entryway. This should give the space a more cohesive look.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Neutrals in the Living Room <\/strong><\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re still interested in having pops of colors elsewhere, then use them on the window treatments or the throw pillows. Enliven the living room by adding mirrors. These will reflect the neutrals while adding depth to the palette whether it is based on whites, browns, creams, or grays.<\/p>\n<p>If you are decorating a living room that\u2019s mainly neutral, then use slight variations of the same color. This should warm up the space and make it more aesthetically pleasant. Think of the neutral palette\u2019s role on your window treatments, walls, floors, furniture and lighting fixtures.<\/p>\n<p>It would also be nice to feature a beautiful architectural part of your home by using neutrals. Use neutral d\u00e9cor or color to highlight. Remember that a lighter shade on an architectural feature like a fireplace will highlight its very presence.<\/p>\n<p>To add drama to a neutral living room, be sure to use a large chandelier. This isn\u2019t just a beautiful addition to the d\u00e9cor but it\u2019s a lighting fixture that will give a sense of purpose to an otherwise dull open space.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Neutrals in the Kitchen <\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Neutral kitchens are quickly gaining popularity each year. Guide the eyes of your guests by having the shapes repeated throughout the room. Find a cabinet that has the same color as some of the appliances. Don\u2019t be afraid to mix media inside the kitchen. It\u2019s an effective way to make the neutrals feel alive somehow.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Did you know that colors behave in three ways? They can be passive, active or neutral. The term neutral actually means unbiased or impartial. It is because of this that the use of neutral colors is quite common in many homes. 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