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Green plants. Potted plants and indoor trees look even lusher when placed in front of a dark wall. The dark color recedes into the background, creating the feeling of having a mini forest in the room instead of a few plants. Bonus style points if your plants have a sculptural shape, like the topiaries shown here. Large artwork. A single piece of oversize art hung on a dark wall has the most impact — even more than a salon-style grouping. The drama of a deep wall color draws the eye. This works especially well with artwork with a large white mat and a slim black frame.
KITCHEN BATH BEDROOM LIVING DINING OUTDOOR KIDS OFFICE STORAGE EXTERIOR LIGHTING DECOR MORE… Decorating Color What Goes With Dark Walls? Bring out the beauty of dark blue, charcoal and black walls with these decorative matchups Laura Gaskill Houzz Contributor. I cover topics ranging from decorating ideas, product... More Email EmbedComment75Like139Bookmark629Print Click "Embed" to display an article on your own website or blog. Dark walls, from inky blue to charcoal and black, are refined and dramatic — but decorating around them without making your space feel too dark can be tricky. If you’ve been thinking of painting one or more walls a deep, dark hue, these ideas for color and decor pairings should help. Beach Style Dining Room by Corine Maggio Natural Designs Corine Maggio Natural Designs SaveEmail Natural wood. Natural wood, whether in a mirror frame, rustic tabletop or chair, helps lighten up dark walls while also emphasizing their richness. You can’t go wrong with a driftwood or barn wood mirror, a farmhouse table or bentwood chairs. Contemporary by Ingrid Rasmussen Photography Ingrid Rasmussen Photography SaveEmail Sculptural shapes. Place anything colorful or white in f...
Mirrors. Dark walls in a room without much natural light run the risk of making it feel oppressive. Boost what light you have by adding mirrors — even small, decorative mirrors, like the ones shown here, can help lighten things up. If the room is very dark, add a larger mirror, either on the wall or leaning against it.
Sculptural shapes. Place anything colorful or white in front of a dark wall, and your eye will be immediately drawn to its contours. Try placing a group of pottery pieces on a console or mantel. Or highlight the shape of an unusual table or chair by positioning it in front of a deep, dark wall.
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