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Many homes, especially in the country, have wood trim that is stained not painted. The trim can include moldings; baseboard or crown, window jambs and casings, overhead beams or millwork like the fireplace wall in the photo above. Wood trim in a wood stain color adds complexity to the overall palette as the room usually has hardwood floors as well. Here are tips to choose the best paint colors for rooms with wood trim.
What to consider when choosing paint colors
Rarely are the floors and trim the same color stain. This may make the task of choosing wall colors confusing.…
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Accent wall Amy Krane Color
Updated Feb 2022
While painting all four walls of a room creates cohesion and unity sometimes we want to kick it up a notch with a painted accent wall. Hopefully you adore the color chosen for the room but if your heart is set on something more – an accent wall can help. It adds the wow factor. In the photo above, not only does the navy blue accent wall add a note of fun and whimsy, it helps integrate one of the key colors used throughout the room and has the added bonus of “hiding” the TV in plain site.…
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Amy Krane Color
As an Architectural Color Consultant I’m often asked how I know which colors “go” together. One particular design direction, decorating with variations of the same color stumps many people.
There is the science and art of working with color. The science is established. Colors can be quantified and measured in many ways. The art has more to do with one’s taste and sensibility. It’s personal. ( I don’t mean private). In the end it’s about who you are and what you like. How adventurous are you in your color tastes? When it comes to being liberal or conservative in one’s color proclivities, either goes, and unlike in politics, people who are one or the other have no trouble sharing the Thanksgiving table!…
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General Assembly
It’s that time again to take stock of what’s happening in the world of interior design and see what’s on the horizon in terms of design trends.
Some trends are just starting to poke their heads above the fray while others have been gaining popularity since the beginning of 2017 and even before.
Terracotta Tiles
I know what you’re thinking. “Not those dated floor tiles from the 70’s!”
Nope, not those. Check out this gorgeous, original use of hex shaped terra-cotta tiles
by design firm General Assembly. The photo above highlights no less than 3 trends for 2018. One is the choice of terracotta, two is mixing different tile styles together in a very unique and creative way.…
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Boheme By Harlequin
Choosing wallpaper can be daunting. It’s a bigger commitment than choosing paint color because of its expense and removal process. Chances are you’re going to keep it longer than you would a paint color so you really need to be sure about your choice. Apply the following systematic approach to picking the right wallpaper for your home and it should be smooth sailing.
What to consider when picking a wallpaper.
1.Every item in your home pays homage to its identity. Each piece tells another bit of your story. Nothing telegraphs a story faster than wallpaper. It covers a large expanse and sets a tone right away. Ask…
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We all know that choosing paint sheen (or finish) is one of the most difficult decisions for the average home owner. There are many different sheens and to complicate the matter paint manufacturers use a different array of names to describe more or less the same finish from brand to brand.
What to consider when choosing paint sheen.
The proper choice of appropriate paint sheen is a matter of considering the type and function of the room, the amount and direction of natural light and to a lesser degree, personal taste and design goals.
Semi-Gloss and High Gloss Paint.
The higher the sheen, the more reflection on the surface.…
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Better Homes and Gardens
Well, summer is here and it’s a great time to take stock of your home’s curb appeal. By now your landscaping should be well out of the winter doldrums and producing its finest. Whether you are there for the long haul or thinking about selling, curb appeal is extremely important. People really do read a book by its cover and first impressions are hard to dispel.
What are the elements which create maximum curb appeal?
The home in this photo covers all of the bases.
Exterior siding or cladding.
Is it chipping, peeling or fading? If so, it’s time for a paint job but this time of year you’re going to find your painting contractors already booked through the end of summer, possibly even Fall.…
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Are you about to redecorate, renovate or build? Learn how to choose paint colors. Many people want to make their own color decisions but end up stuck, staring at color chips pasted to their wall for months.
Choosing colors is difficult but the right color makes the difference between a home that makes you feel great, reflecting who you are and one which leaves you cold and uninspired.
Exterior house color is the number one factor affecting your home’s curb appeal and therefore its value.
Learn how to choose paint colors which reflect your individual stye, the ambience you want to create and the decor you have.…
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