APPLIANCES
BLACK LIGHT
From modern to farmhouse to cottage to classic interior design styles, black lighting fixtures are the “go to” for lighting. A quick and relatively inexpensive upgrade to any room is swapping outdated lighting in favour of black. Or you can always try spray painting existing fixtures or lamp bases for a fresh new look.
With so many people installing dark cabinets, appliance manufacturers have jumped on the black bandwagon. Black stainlesssteel fits right in with dark colours and provides a seamless look in the kitchen. Unlike regular stainless steel, black stainless is more resistant to fingerprints, water marks and smudges, making cleanup a breeze.
ARTFUL BLACK
PAINT
BACK IN BLACK
Is there anything with a cooler vibe than an oversized
Daring, bold and never boring. If black has you a little nervous, you can always consider using its closest cousin, deep
piece of artwork or a photo grouping of black and white photography to instantly update a wall? Consider family pictures or landscape images printed in black and white. They are guaranteed to add a timeless appeal focusing on the subject matter, while not getting lost in a sea of colour.
A secret weapon in every designer’s creative toolbox is incorporating black in home design. Black will always remain a constant in decorating because it adds drama, contrast and looks undoubtedly chic forever.
charcoal, for a similar effect. When painting walls in very dark colours, it is essential that your spaces have a good balance of light, warmth and texture in your furnishings and surface selections.
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WALL COVERINGS
DOORS
Painting builder-grade interior doors black will
A perfect fit for a feature wall, a cozy bedroom, office, laundry room or adding a sophisticated vibe to a small powder room. Look for black and white graphics, moody Dutch Master large scale florals or faux linen papers. If black feels a bit too heavy
automatically make them look more expensive. Contrary to popular opinion, a black door is easy to clean when finished in a slightly shiny paint sheen for durability. Black doors are perfect for hiding fingerprints and dirty hands. Tip: If you can’t decide on a colour for your front door, black is always a solid choice.
for your room, choose wallpapers with light backgrounds.
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