How can I make my couch look less blue, more grey.
jmarple04
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Comments (22)Not knowing the sq. footage of your space, it's hard to push you in that direction... my tile is just those three walls (can't see the the third) - as the sink is set into that space and stands alone. I think all said and done it was $400 for tile and labor - but the guy just came in to do this job. You'll be bidding out for more tile than just this.... so labor wise, it probably won't add much to your overall labor cost. I purchased at a local tile store - but was just in Lowes last night and they have some really pretty glass accents (like the one I used) -- if that's your thing. It just added a little extra interest. The wall where my towel holder is (to the left of the sink) was just full of water drip stains. You can't get them out. It was either re-paint every couple years or tile. As for your sink choice - I truly believe it comes down to the look you want to achieve. The all white cabinet, with white subway tiles and accent tiles would look pretty awesome. I can't imagine that the fiberboard is any less durable than the pine.......See MoreHow to match or make a couch look less green
Comments (4)I need a quick 101 on undertones to find a paint color that will work. One of the many problems with thinking about color in terms of undertones is the only thing you can do is subjectively "match" colors. The theory that you can color by undertones provides zero methodology for solving any kind of color conundrum past "matching" according to subjective undertones and/or not combining alleged undertones in unsavory combinations, like pink and yellow. So, while a lot of people talk a lot about undertones, no one discusses any sort of framework about how you're actually suppose to use them to solve complex color dilemmas like yours. Color Rule #1 is change the light and you change how the color looks. Color is light. Color and light are inextricably tied. Before you move on to choosing paint colors, you first need to assess the lighting situation. Neodymium (like Reveal), halogon and LED could all contribute to exaggerating the greeness of the sofa. Incandescents could help the sofa look more "yellowy beige". I would try changing light bulbs first and then move on to what can be done with wall color to help shift the sofa color more towards yellow and away from green....See MoreHELP! Make my furniture look less blue!
Comments (37)Not a Pro. The room looks great! Just a suggestion....turn the ottoman to face the sofa and add a tray with some trinkets to finish off the room....See MoreGrey couch looking too blue.
Comments (12)The couch actually looks gray on my monitor. Your walls are too yellowish (on my monitor), that could actually be from the type of bulb you have in the lamp back of the couch. Change that bulb to a daylight type bulb, and see if it makes a difference. If you have other lighting in that area, then make sure they have daylight bulbs too. I agree, the coffee table is not right, with your furniture. You could also use new end tables and side lamps, and a large rug in front of the couch. Your pillows on the couch, that you say are teal, are way too light colored and washed out. Replace them with something brighter....See Morejmarple04
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