The use
of black and white in decorating can create a stunning and dramatic decor. Find
out how to best take advantage of the combination of these two simple colors to
maximize your decorating statement.
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There's a
rule in decorating that says thatevery
room can use a touch of black." You might think this is strange if you
have a room of pastels or jewel tones. But think a minute.
Using the color black adds a focal
point of color that grounds, anchors, and adds a sophisticated look to a room.
Black in accessories, light fixtures,
trims, paint, or in one bold piece of furniture will help to catch the eye and
sharpen any decorating scheme. It will serve as an outline that sets off
specific areas or objects. Black by itself is striking!
But to get real drama and spark, pair
black with white.
The use of black and white in
decorating gives a fresh, clean, and unquestionably sophisticated and elegant
look to any room.
Black and white are a perfect color combination for any
decorating style.Contemporary interiors often combine black and white with
sleek metals.Country French decorating, among many others,
is often set off with this color combination.
If you're afraid of using just black
and white, add variety by adding areas of yellow, pink, camel, red, or purple
for a striking look. Keeping black and white prominent, however, preserves the
elegant effect.
Here
are some ways to use black and white in your home:
·
A black and white floor is a good place to start decorating
with black and white. The ultimate choice woud be beautiful black marble set
off with tall white baseboard moldings. Short of that, try white ceramic tiles
with a black border, vinyl tiles laid in alternating black and white squares,
or a painted black floor with white border stencils or white with black stencils.
·
Walls painted stark white or a soft, ivory white serve as a perfect background for framed
photographs, prints, and other artwork. Choose dark wood or painted black
frames. Select stark black and white matting for your artwork or add a punch of
color with red, gold, or black mats.
·
A small room is a great place to choose to use black and white as the main
color scheme. A powder room or small bathroom looks elegant with a black marble
countertop, white sink, and shiny gold accessories and fixtures. Trim lush
terry towels with black ribbon or braid for a custom look without much work.
·
Crisp white bed linens are perfect for the bedroom. Add a black and white striped bed
skirt, pillows, and a comfortable black chair. For seasonal changes, have a
variety of pillows in different colors on hand. Pink, yellow, or soft green
works great for summer, while red, hunter green, or even shimmering gold or
silver looks great for winter.
·
Contemporary homes incorporate black and white in wonderful ways. Use dark,
charcoal rugs or carpeting. Don't feel obligated to paint all the walls the
same. Choose vibrant accent colors for a focal point. Add colorful artwork,
shiny or matte finish metal accents, and modern designed fabrics.
·
Even cottage
style interiors can
use a black and white color scheme. Pair black and white toile fabric with
gingham checks on chair covers, tablecloths, and pillows. Hang a collection of
black metal trays on a dining room wall, cut black and white checks for picture
matting, and use black and white ticking stripes for a bed skirt.
·
Accent pieces of black iron are very popular and easy to find.
Use a black metal tables base with glass top, black iron candlesticks and light
fixtures in a dining room, black iron bookends in family room or home office.
· To create a striking table setting, look for black and white
china. All white or all black works well. Choose a plain white china for
greatest versatility. Add table linens and accessory pieces in black or any
accent color.
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