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should Paneling walls be same color as hardwood floors

9 years ago

buying a vacation home. it's old rustic out in the woods. it has old style Panel Walls and Hardwood floor that need to be redone. wanting to no if the panel walls and color of hardwood should be the same?

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Eco-Bros
9 years ago
It all depends on the way its layed out but, myself, I have always enjoyed, especially in older homes, some contrast from walls to floor. So I would say do it differently. Do you have a picture of the space?
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Pacific Shade Sails
9 years ago
Where can I find one of those chairs? I really like it.

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