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| Over the years it has become more acceptable for your home decor to call from many different styles and eras, and with the growing popularity of sites like The Selby, traditional homes have experienced a renaissance with the contemporary and modern set by pairing old with new. Painting all wall details the same color updates traditional moldings. Private Comment
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| Using the room itself, as a monochromatic backdrop for decor allows you to paint darker. "It envelops you in color," says interior designer Garrison Hullinger. "With no separation between wall and ceiling, it is easier on the eye." Treff LaFleche also advocates using deep colors. "In the absence of contrast between trim and wall, the stronger colors appear lighter and softer." Private Comment
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| Using dark colors on all surfaces can be surprisingly effective in smaller rooms. Although many people tend to steer away from dark colors when it comes to confined spaces, interior designer Terri Symington advises just the opposite for this trend. "I find it to be a real problem solver with rooms that are very small in size. By eliminating contrasts in color or shades on the ceiling and walls and trims it simplifies the room's lines and will de-emphasizes the room's smallness." Private Comment
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| Once you have created a seamless backdrop, furnishings no longer compete with your walls for attention. The simple arrangement of Eames chair, oversized mirror and banister detailing is much more striking and prominent. Private Comment
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| If you're not a fan of grout, you can always just go with solid marble slabs. I would advise against this approach if you are attempting to appear sensitive to the economic times.
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