In the Navy: What's New With This Dark Blue
Quietly powerful and always classic, navy blue can help rooms from casual contemporary to elegant traditional make a statement
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Navy blue is one of those colors that gets a lot of respect — even from those who may not necessarily love the color or want to use it in their homes. Navy blue typically conjures up feelings of dependability, power and authority. This color also makes quite a statement when used in your home. Navy is a bold choice, but it's a classic color that can also look new and fresh, and it always gives a room that wow factor.
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| The blue walls give this entire room a feeling of depth. Don't be afraid to use a dark color as a backdrop for artwork or photography. The result is intriguing and eye catching here. Wall paint: Old Navy, Benjamin Moore |
Navy blue is almost always a great color for a boy's room. That's because boys tend to like darker colors, and blue is usually among their favorites. Navy blue and gray create a nice contemporary color scheme for a boy's room. A blue loft bed in this space gets high marks for being cool.
Suggested paint pick: Award Blue, Behr
Suggested paint pick: Award Blue, Behr
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The combination of navy blue and white is traditional, but it can also be used in a casual way. Mixing dark blue and white patterns is also a fun way to add interest to a room.
With the Fourth of July right around the corner, using red, white and blue just seems fitting for this time of year. While this color trio is certainly patriotic, it looks great all year long.
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| Navy blue commands attention when used as an accent. Using navy to create a focal wall is a wonderful way to use this color, especially in a smaller space, where four dark walls could create a closed-in feeling. Suggested paint pick: Morning Glory, Sherwin-Williams |
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Navy and gold together are regal and refined, but this color scheme doesn't have to feel stuffy. A lively patterned wall covering was used along with vibrant blue throw pillows in this living room. Both bring a bit of whimsy.
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| Most people want their kitchen to feel warm and inviting, and that can be a challenge when using blue. However, by using deeper, warm shades of blue you can still achieve a look that is comfortable and relaxed. Suggested paint pick: Indigo, Sherwin-Williams |
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Muted shades of navy blue work very well in traditional spaces. These softer blues do make a statement but just don't yell as loud.
Suggested paint pick: Van Deusen Blue, Benjamin Moore
See more guides to using blue
Suggested paint pick: Van Deusen Blue, Benjamin Moore
See more guides to using blue
Ideabook updated on June 24, 2012.
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