Need to get rid of green undertones in living room paint
We've lived in our home for about 6 years and the wall color in one of our living rooms has been the same since we moved in. I've always tried to make it work with my decor, but it always ends up looking off at various times during the day due to the green undertones. Can anyone recommend a paint color that would be a better fit- something in the beige family? I've included a few photos. The room is on the left hand side when you enter the front door. I've included a photo of the foyer as well.
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cat_ky
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Need help with Green Paint for Living Room, Kitchen, Dining Room
Comments (13)Keep in mind that the color will look different if it is sampled on a painted wall. You should be able to mix colors and have it color matched--although depending on the skill of the salesperson, the match may not be perfect. We have done colors at 50%--I think that also depends on the salesperson as to how they do it. For us, we had SW softer tan mixed at 50% and it was just lighter than the original shade. I had sooooo many paint samples up--I did large portions of the wall in the samples--but having the samples side by side and doing them on top of our existing yellow walls really affected how the color looked and made it hard to judge how the end result would look. I ended up picking my favorite and painting as much of the wall as the sample allowed to get the best idea of how it would look. The svelte sage and grassland were definitely way too gray in my house. If you do a search, there have been other posts on greens--I know it was helpful when I was trying pick a green. I think I even had a thread and someone suggested a nice Behr color or maybe a lowe's color--it didn't work in my space as I needed to coordinate it with a tan adjoining wall--but it was nice--I just can't remember the color....See MoreDeciding between chairs: Get Rid of Orange or Return 2nd Green?
Comments (29)Hey everyone! Just wanted to give a move-in update. For now, The orange chair is with my mom. I have a second bedroom/office where I might use it (it's basically where I'm hiding everything I haven't unpacked right now). I painted the trunk (originally, an ugly green) and lamps (black). That picture (from the 70s/inspired the mid century style choice) may go on another wall. I still have to find curtains to go over those vertical blinds......See Morehow to get rid of the heavy look in our living room
Comments (9)you're on the right path-you need to introduce textures other than wood, say metal finishes, ceramics (like stools that can function as side table), stone etc. Basically everything that reflects light some more. Wood can be incorporated too, of course. Soft textures as well for a rug..yes to lighter rug, just pay close attention to function..I see you have small kids, so you want something easy to maintain, and not a tripping harazd. I'd vary colors too-don't make things too matched..I for example would switch pillows on your cranberry red sofa so it won't look like everything is supermatched to art above. Bigger credenza would be indeed very useful..both for proportion (visually) and function(storage) If you like patterns-introduce them. Some have very modern sensibility. Geometry, some large florals... Depends how streamlined you want your furniture to be, also whether you're okay with sharp edges etc, so I hesitate to post exact suggestions. But as an example.. light painted metal coffee table https://shophorne.com/products/tier-coffee-table interesting side table..used material(transparent plastic) makes it modern even though the lines mock traditional tablecloth https://shophorne.com/products/grand-illusion-side-table-clear you can find all sorts of ceramic stools on Anthropologie website ..not only there of course..but again, just to take a look. These are heavy enough not to break them, but if you're wary about it-check side tables with similar sensibility but made of different materials. https://www.anthropologie.com/furniture-end-tables check also their sister site. Urban Outfitters (and read reviews closely everywhere-can be a hit or a miss) if you like funny..) )https://www.urbanoutfitters.com/shop/birdy-side-table?category=tables&color=070&type=DEFAULT (sorry for posting links instead of pics..not every site lets you to save) there are so many cool rugs out there this is probably too matchy..but I still like it. Modern, simple, interesting. 100% wool-wool is easier to tale care of https://shophorne.com/collections/rugs/products/chandra-counterfeit-series-cou-18213 Add texture/light fabrics in your pillows..(you can find these anywhere), collect art that speaks to you, without worrying too much about colors..sure, take into account but don't let room dictate you too much, art is art..group small things together-say photo frames..add live plants-these immediately bring life, color, and texture to any room. Knowing your budget will be helpful..since I love to spend other people's money as much as everybody..and been holding myself from some cool suggestions..))...See MoreLiving Room isn’t working - need to get rid of curio cabinet?
Comments (24)So I tried the couch across the room. I did like aspects about it, but think I would need a smaller profile sofa or maybe one with a chaise. And that is not in the plan in the near future. So I moved the TV back to long wall and will look for a new console, removed the curio, the tall table and positioned the arm chair away from the front door. So all of that is working. Haven’t hung picture yet. Need to get long drapes, curious what you all think on best color? I borrowed a green pair from another room and didn’t mind them. But I am partial to greens so not sure if my bias is at play. And or any other design ideas for example a tall lamp that would add dimension, different art, or what to do with my red vases? I like them and used them in that corner to hide cable cords, but get the sense they aren’t working. Or what to put under my window. Thanks for all the design and decor ideas....See More
PROBeverlyFLADeziner
4 years agoI agree with both. You are still using incandescent bulbs. They use too much energy and in this case are too yellow for your lamps.
Unless you are specifically looking for white paint, this Agreeable Gray might work or something similar that doesn't clash with your wall to wall carpet.Kill the fan light. They always make rooms look like basements.
Also that assemble of objects over the sectional is a bit too forced and should be replaced with something else. Only you know what style of art pleases you. This pair of florals is just an example of wall decor in the right tones for your room.
calidesign
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PROLori A. Sawaya
4 years agoHaley
4 years ago
My House
4 years agolast modified: 4 years agohave to work around the nail holes.....
I see Aqua/beige ikat pillows.... Have you considered ikat prints for the space above the couch. You could move the existing pillows to your entry bench for 1) prevent pattern clash and 2) Add a bigger pattern to the color story at your entrance (pretty lamps, rug & door)
On this idea...
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In consideration of your room's colors... Perhaps this :Ikat Motif I, II, III, IV - Chariklia Zarris. (artist)
You might find lower prices for these prints on pther sites, but this link shows all four prints on a single page http://www.prints.com/art.php?q=Zarris+ikat+motif&x=0&y=0&type=14
Here it is again (less expensive site) https://www.allposters.com/-sp/Ikat-Motif-IV-Posters_i9358403_.htm?UPI=PH6B3Z0&PODConfigID=9201948
If you want to add in a darker blue to your room, maybe. Zarris' Ikat Ocean series
example - https://www.allposters.com/-sp/Ocean-Ikat-II-Posters_i14307570_.htm?UPI=F8INSI0
chiflipper
4 years agoHaley
4 years agoI haven’t tried new bulbs yet, but I definitely intend to this week. Here is an updated picture with new art. A bit of background, I love the British colonial look, so I tried to add a bit of that style with my existing items. Recently, I was feeling the room was getting too dark for my liking, so I was getting the itch to change things up AGAIN! I also love the tropical style in general, so I’m trying to do it with a twist. Something that hasn’t been played out a billion times. I live at the beach and most of my rooms incorporate some kind of elements of this style. Sometimes I feel I am all over the place, because there are so many looks I love! In the late afternoon light and with bad light bulbs and a very old iPhone the room really takes on a greenish hue. I have “play” money that I can use to make a few changes/ tweaks, but the major elements will all stay for now. Most of my living space is on the second floor, so I don’t use this room much( My kids use the computer- not pictured but across from the couch). It’s just the first room you see when you enter the house, so I’m trying to nail it! Thanks for the help.
cat_ky
4 years ago
msrose
4 years agolast modified: 4 years agocat_ky
4 years agomsrose
4 years agoHaley
4 years agoI moved some things around. The original lightbulbs were LED 2700. I haven’t tried LED’s in a different range yet, but I did take some of the green art and accessories away and experimented with adding cooler blues to the mix. I’m happy with the result.
Haley
4 years ago
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