Can I make this work?
Teresa Ccc
5 years ago
Just bought this Ikea sofa (so it can be returned, if needed). Can I make the coolness of the grey color work with the warmth of the taupe in the chairs?
The flooring is travertine and have both warm and cool colors in there, so I thought I could make it work but, in reality, it is not working for me.
Can get rid of pretty much anything in room, but not wanting to invest more than $1000 (hence Ikea sofa) since I will be moving from this house in two years to another home that is already furnished.
Thanks for your input!
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Teresa Ccc
5 years agoed
Just added a bunch of pillows (probably spent more on them than cheap Ikea sofa). Does that dress up Harry"s Casual any better?
Teresa Ccc
5 years ago
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