Dark grey carpets dilemma
jubbi89
9 years ago
Hi.. We've just bought a new build house but the design finish for interiors was already in place. We have dark/slate grey carpets throughout open living/dining area and all upstairs rooms and we're worried about it being too dark.
What kind of colours can we furnish the living room in without having to add any more grey and enable us to keep it bright?
(Walls are Ash White, oak doors, the room has a big bifold door to the garden)
Thank you!
What kind of colours can we furnish the living room in without having to add any more grey and enable us to keep it bright?
(Walls are Ash White, oak doors, the room has a big bifold door to the garden)
Thank you!
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minnie101
9 years agoHi. I assume the house is light anyway as a dark carpet wouldn't have been an option otherwise? I think you have lots of options as it's so neutral. Follow what Alant did for his room. Or mix white and a brightly coloured chair or sofa. Or add a pale or a large bright rug. Or stick to other neutral coloured furnishings. Or go for a lighter grey sofa and either bright cushions or pastels. Yellows are very popular at the moment and look great with grey. I've attached a few pics of dark floors to give you an idea. images from houzz, homedit, decoist and jozzdug
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