SHOP PRODUCTS
Houzz Logo Print
sharon_cook1277263

Paint strategy for busy (but beautiful) LRV wall and North exposure

Sharon Cook
6 years ago
I cannot seem to pull the trigger on paint for this beautiful living room.

Norther exposure. (2ND PIC SHOWS LARGE WINDOW ON NORTH ) and the black laquor with mother of pearl screens that surround windows and doors. There is a lake out there and it reflects cold harsh but bright northern light.

West wall has ornate molding, pillars, and mantels.

Est wall opens to kitchen (also northern exposure) with HC 27 (Monterey White) Cabinets and dark soapstone counters. Mantel surround is also dark soapstone.

Earlier color was close to Monterey White and very BLAH. Not enough contrast.

I am leaning toward Monroe Bisque (HC 26) as it is warmer and looks good with the Monterey White BUT

What to do with the trim? Keep it all HC 26 and highlight with high gloss? I like this idea but feel I might need to bring in some Monterey white for balance. Also...the room is biggest but ceilings are only 8 feet so I think I need to keep crown same as wall.

I also worry that with the harsh light, maybe Monroe Bisque will be too light

and what about the ceiling?

Thank you!

Shadey

Comment