kareneliza I love the color combination and balance in this room as well as the rug. What paint colors were used on the upper blue and the lower whiter parts of the wall and what colors on the trim and ceiling. Please include the paint manufacturer. Thank you.
kareneliza Thanks. I found 2 dealers for that paint in the Chicago area. The color you specified is from the old paint deck but they can still make it which is great. I emailed the manufacturer and they suggested going to their store in Wilmette which is about an hour from my home because they are so good at recommending colors. There is also one in Oswego, a lot closer, but apparently the staff in Wilmette is worth the drive! So thanks for your tip...I would have never found them without your help. I really love the blues, blacks and whites together and that blue is luscious. The black and white graphics give it just the right edge.
Cynthia Taylor-Luce kareneliza, thank you so much for updating me on your progress. I know you will love using the C2 paint. I compare it to melting ice cream (the consistency when you dip your brush into it) and it's truly luscious. You cannot beat their quality :)
Would you possibly be able to send me a photo of the room when you've put it back together after painting? I'd like to see!
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