Color Rules For A House That Rocks

Did you know that you can use primary colors to complement each other? Placing small pops of daring color in a room can make a huge difference. Read below for some helpful tips on how to decorate with color.

A little bright goes a long way, so limit the full-throttle shades to accents and put it in neutral everywhere else. Even neon (yes, neon) looks smart when used sparingly. In daughter Lia's attic bedroom, a highlighter-yellow pillow and rug feel vibrant and hip without overwhelming the space, thanks to the more muted teals and pinks.

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Finishing Touches From Experts

 You finally have the house painted, and now you have to design the rest of your house. Where do you start? Let us help you with this list of finishing touches for every room, brought to you by top designers.

"I don't use fragrance normally, but there's nothing quite like Santa Maria Novella's potpourri. People walk into the house and say, 'Oh, what is that?' It's just incredibly clean and fresh." -Jackie Terrell

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What Does Color Say About You?

 What color are you usually drawn to? What does that say about you? Find out what this selection of Benjamin Moore paint colors say about your personality.

"I've used this color so much that the paint chip is all bent and splattered with marks, like a cookbook. When I was five years old, I made my mother paint my room this color — a pale sky blue with a little gray in it. It's strong and fragile at the same time, and that's what most people don't realize about me. As aggressive as I am, I'm really soft inside." -Phoebe Howard

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Paint Designs That Will Improve Any Room

 There are so many designs available for painting that you never need to look at wallpaper again. Some of these designs will lengthen or widen any small space. Check out the following gallery for paint design ideas.


"Choose two hues that are closely related for an 'analogous' scheme," says Zimmer. Pick one (usually the lighter of the two) for the base color and apply two coats. Then measure the wall's height in inches and divide by 5. The resulting number will be the width of your stripes. (If you end up with an awkward fraction, add a little extra to the top and bottom bands to round off the number.) 

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Room Makeovers For Him And Her

 Men and women are entirely different creatures, and nothing shows this more than the differences in interior design. If you have a situation where both man and woman are arguing about a remodel, check out this advice piece before continuing. You will find some paint and design ideas that will make both people happy.

Men typically want wood or leather in brown tones, says designer Christopher Grubb, owner of Beverly Hills-based Arch-Interiors Design Group. Try compromising with gender-neutral colors for the walls, like blues, greens, and oranges. Or focus bright spots of color on accent pillows, a throw, or other accessories.

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Neutrals In A New Light

 White on white may sound clinical, but if done right can actually create a sleek look. Neutrals don't always have to be used for simple design, and the following gallery shows painting trends that will revolutionize your remodel.

Dark hardwood floors balance the sleek white cabinetry, molded seating and modern light fixture.

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Terrible Wallpaper Makeovers

 Are you stuck with eccentric wallpaper, ruining the flow of a certain room? Fret no longer, we can help makeover any wallpaper disaster. Take a look at the following gallery for inspiration.

If these walls could talk they'd say, "Help me!" Fortunately, This Old House reader remodelers came to the rescue, stripping the vertical eyesores from their kitchens, baths and other spaces. We invite you to have a laugh (or a groan) over this truly appalling paper trail. Warning: Some of these images may not be suitable for anyone with a lick of taste!

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Striking Paint Colors

 

 Picking a striking color on your walls will open up so many possibilities with your interior design. There are so many stunning colors to pick from, so it helps to have advice pieces like the following.

Create a romantic, intimate feel in a small space with this deep aubergine. Try it in a bathroom for an unexpected look.

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Beautiful Bright Living Rooms

 A bright pink living room may sound overwhelming, but the following design gallery shows that it can be beautiful if done right. Brighten your living room with one of the many beautiful colors, and make that room one that everyone will enjoy.

In the middle of a Brooklyn town house's long, narrow living room, which designer Jonathan Berger broke down into three seating areas, an Italian gilt-brass game table is surrounded by chairs covered in pink leather from Global Leathers. The family dines, plays board games, and does homework here.

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Paint Stripes On Your Porch

 Have you ever considered stripes for your patio? If your porch or patio reflects your personal style, it will naturally become the hang-out spot all year, regardless of weather.

“This classic, preppy stripe reminds me of the awning I had on my store for years. The navy mixes perfectly with upbeat colors and playful dots in a kid’s room.” Paint: (blue) Sailboat and (white) Snow Fall, both by Behr

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Daring Color Combinations

 Are you ready to take your living room to the next level of design and comfort? New paint palette combinations push boundaries and create amazing living spaces.

Although often seen as a softer, more pastel shade of pink, coral is actually a pretty vocal and vibrant color. This sea-inspired hue stands out with both darker and more subdued colors, like pale yellow, seafoam green and gray. In this traditional bedroom, designer Tobi Fairley mixes this peachy shade with both emerald green and stark white for an especially eye-catching effect. She uses coral around the room through punchy accessories, like the pillows, throw and desk chair. The white-and-coral ceiling stripes really pull the entire look together.

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Paint Colors That Will Change Your Kid's Bathroom

 Do you have plans to remodel your kid's bathroom? Look at the following for fantastic fun ideas for a child's bathroom...

Open cubbies, which repeat the six paint shades of the stripes that ring the room, frame the tub with color and stand in for a linen closet.

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Get Inspired To Makeover Your Home Office

 Does your home office need a makeover? Take a look at the following home office upgrade for inspiration, and then give us a call. Don't wait another day to change the way you work.

Ian selects a contrasting gray for the floor color; a stylish linoleum with darker gray and amber cutouts reinforces the industrial style of the loft. A sliding door is built to cover part of the bookcase to cut down on visible clutter; the door, a coffee table and the new expanded workspace are built of the same natural tan laminate, which blends with the amber wall color. Scottish red accessories and photos of Scotland round out the welcoming office makeover. Ironically, the colors pulled from a traditional old culture succeed in bringing out the modern style of the loft office.

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