Great Print: Decorating with Damask
Big and bold or soft and light, damask prints transform a wall
Traditional damask textiles were woven to create a monochromatic design characterized by a background of sheen fabric with raised designs. Today damask designs come in a range of bold, high-contrast colors on everything from rugs and tiles to neon wallpaper, painted stencils and fashion runways. Read on for ways to go soft or bold with this frilly pattern now.
Take this trend anywhere, from your dining room to your bathroom. It's hard to go wrong wallpapering a bathroom, since you have minimal furniture and accessories to match.
If you already have a room with a lot of colors and patterns, opt for a pale damask with two similar tones such as beige and white. This barely-there white and cream print works well with a checkered floor without looking too busy.
Silver and white wallpaper with plain dining chairs and furniture makes a clean canvas for any time for year. Add a few festive pops of red and a green centerpiece will transform this room for Christmas.
Damask Rose Stencil
A hot-pink accent wall works well when paired with a matching pink couch. A few silver throw pillows and matching candle holders as accessories will complete a festive look for the holidays.
You can get this amazing damask stencil at Cutting Edge Stencils, a company that specifically specializes in decorative painting and stenciling.
You can get this amazing damask stencil at Cutting Edge Stencils, a company that specifically specializes in decorative painting and stenciling.
Stenciling damask takes some practice and can be time consuming. Finishing one wall as an accent wall in dramatic colors like this black and gold can be plenty for one room. Try it out with one wall and see how you like it.
A little damask can go a long way; too much can seem overwhelming.
Wallpapering half a wall above a chair rail or wainscoting can be just the amount you need.
Wallpapering half a wall above a chair rail or wainscoting can be just the amount you need.
To give a classic print a modern twist, opt for using a damask pattern in electric colors, such as this eye-popping blue and green. Keep the rest of your home neutral to avoid competition between walls and furniture.
This color makes a great choice for spaces with minimal furniture, such as hallway or bathroom that needs something dramatic to bring it to life.
This color makes a great choice for spaces with minimal furniture, such as hallway or bathroom that needs something dramatic to bring it to life.
Desire Dark Green Damask
For only £25 a roll, this dark green damask can make an amazing statement in your home.
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More:
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