11 Vibrant and Colorful Dining Rooms
No Reservations Required: Use Bold Colors to Refresh Your Dining Space
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Dining rooms were once thought of and used only for formal gatherings. Thankfully, this trend has changed. No longer is the dining space reserved only for the best silverware and china when guests visit, but now it’s a room to be used often and on an everyday basis. This change has eased the rules of decorating the dining room.
If your dining room décor is still stuck in yesterday’s formal attire, consider updating it with the simple addition of vibrant and bold pops of color. It may be as small as adding a bright red candelabra, or the larger task of replacing the entire table or painting a wall. Regardless of the application, the change is sure to spark an entirely new personality into your dining room décor. Check out the photos for inspiration.
If your dining room décor is still stuck in yesterday’s formal attire, consider updating it with the simple addition of vibrant and bold pops of color. It may be as small as adding a bright red candelabra, or the larger task of replacing the entire table or painting a wall. Regardless of the application, the change is sure to spark an entirely new personality into your dining room décor. Check out the photos for inspiration.
If you have heavy, dark drapery weighing down your windows, switch it out for lighter, more playful curtains in a fun color, like this turquoise. Pull the color into the room through table and buffet accent pieces.
by Habachy Designs
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If you want a quick and easy color update, pick a scene-stealing rug. This cowhide rug transforms not only through its color but also through its fabulous texture.
by Imagine Living
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Hello, magenta! This hot pink dining table would have never made it into an outdated dining room, which is why it’s too perfect for use today. It glitters, it shines, it’s got funky legs, and best of all, it’s pink! This will add some instant zest and sparkle to your dining room.
Sometimes all it takes is a quick swap of your dining room chairs. These yellow chairs bring a splash of chic sunshine into this darker dining area.
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| Adding a splash of bold paint to your walls will completely change the look of your dining space. Complementing this exciting orange with apple green chairs makes the look all the better. |
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| Choose a predominant piece of furniture in a shocking color to really up the ante of your dining room. This aqua blue sideboard definitely reinstates this space back into the world of today. |
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Don’t forget your light fixtures: they’re a great place to infuse some serious color. Create cohesion through the room by reupholstering your chairs in the same shade.
Do you have a traditional wood dining table and chairs? Consider your set to be the new source of bold color! All it takes is paint: choose different shades for the table and chairs for contrast. Consider painting your walls a complementary color to finish the look.
by Imagine Living
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If you’re in the market for a new sideboard or buffet, keep your eye out for something dripping in fantastic color. This royal purple sideboard could be the only color you add to the room and it will do the job just fine.
| Or, consider painting your current buffet, sideboard or dining room cabinetry. Remember: paint is one of the easiest and most affordable ways to update your space. Take advantage of it! |
It’s possible all your dining room will need is a great, colorful accessory to update its feel. There’s no going wrong with this red candelabra: It adds just the right unexpected twist to this tabletop.
More:
Modern Icons: The Saarinen Tulip Dining Table
Ways with Moulding in the Dining Room
Cozy Up to a Loveseat at the Table
More:
Modern Icons: The Saarinen Tulip Dining Table
Ways with Moulding in the Dining Room
Cozy Up to a Loveseat at the Table
Ideabook published on Aug. 14, 2011.
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