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13 years ago
We have purchased a new house and am now facing the daunting task of interior paint colors....I want to create a flow through much of the house and am not a huge risk taker when it comes to colors....the kitchen has cherry cabinets- what would be a good color to compliment thar? The dining room is adjacent- would they have to 'match' per say? Any good suggestions for the entry/hallway and the living room? We will be using Ben Moore paints....vid attached some pics of the place as it is now (disregard furniture,etc as it is current owners pics). THANKS!

Comments (10)

  • PRO
    13 years ago
    I think you should hire an interior designer It would be worth it . But colors to look at revere pewter edgecomb there's many more questions that would to be answered whats your style loke what kind of furniture will you have ?
  • 13 years ago
    Hi! Thanks for the advice....we can't afford an interior designer....if we could, then my job would be easy! Right now we actually don't have much furniture to go into this space...and don't plan to get that right away...so working a little backwards in terms of approach...that's why I want to stay somewhat neutral. The one room we bought furniture for, we are not painting....he swatches of our fabrics are attached...you can get a sense of my style. We are both country/shabby chic but love elements of classic/traditional looks too...
  • 13 years ago
    Love the fabric swatches, sherwin Williams sea salt would look great in dining room,and Ben Moore Ozark shadows would be good for other rooms, check them out
  • 13 years ago
    I looked at "sea salt" - it's a pale aqua -- but couldn't get BM to open. Gray? With this palette, pale colors will work well and your house will make the rooms light and airy, sunny. You might use shades of gray -- a darker tone for either the kitchen or dining room (darker colors provide drama and intimacy), although "dark" is relative to other colors used. You will definitely have to prime over that red dining room!

    Color patch testing will still be necessary to avoid tones that don't match. Picking a particular color gray or greige and lightening it by adding varying amounts of white can give you a coordinated palette throughout. Using the same color is boring.

    The rust, deeper aqua, sage in your fabric samples will make terrific accents -- cushions, draperies, lamps, rugs. If you have a piece of furniture that is just too dated and mismatched, consider painting it a "wild" color (in relation to your palette) in gloss. Even the ugliest piece takes on a new life!

    You can search houzz for "gray living rooms," "pale dining rooms," "country cottage" to see what colors you like, how they work. The hardest color to achieve is the aqua. It tends to turn gray at night/low light so consider what time of day you spend in that room before committing to it. I love it, but I have struggled with finding the right tone to paint my dining room!

    When you get a chance, post photos of the empty rooms (even before you tear off the wallpaper). It will be easier to make suggestions. Good luck. It looks to be a great space.
  • 13 years ago
    My only advice is if you go with Revere Pewter, use a satin or eggshell finish. The flat finish is just plain awful. I know this because it's in my living room and it haunts me everyday.
  • 13 years ago
    Thanks olldbobbi. We like that color a lot actually....and was thinking maybe for the living room...will make sure to avoid the flat finish.
  • PRO
    13 years ago
    Revere will look different in every home no matter the finish look at in flat and if it does suit you needs move up the sheen chart
  • 13 years ago
    last modified: 13 years ago
    A light blue like in his picture for example

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    Oakley Home Builders · More Info
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    Gossamer Blue 2123-40 by Benjamin Moore · More Info
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    and for the kitchen I would go into the green

    http://www.christies.com/lotfinderimages/D54714/a_wedgwood_pottery_charger_early_20th_century_impressed_marks_blue_97_d5471401h.jpg

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    Farrow & Ball - Green Blue · More Info
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  • 13 years ago
    Some advise from a professional, stick with the HC pallette if you are using Benjamin Moore paints, if you don't have an eye for color they are the most classic. Go with a subtle color tone for the first floor in a neutral and add a splash of color to the dining room in burnt orange, chocolate, or deep grey. Make sure the samples look good together and with your fabrics as the rooms should flow.