Carpet colour for grey walls

8 years ago

Just finished painting walls in lounge F&B Cornforth White. Wondering what colour to carpet the room.. Also need some help with accessories, thinking of black frames and coffee table. TV will go on the chimney breast.

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Joanne Burman
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8 years ago

Thank you so much for all your suggestions. We took your advice and decided on a grey/beige carpet. It does look more grey on the picture but we love it!
Hope I can get the furnishing right now, still unsure on colour and furniture..

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Karolina Barnes
8 years ago
Love that wall paint colour!! Anything would go because you have such a great base to work with. I would keep it neutral, maybe light beige, sand or cream but I would layer it with a bolder, more colourful large rug with an interesting pattern - abstract or geometric, they go well with anything - that would protect it. It will also add personality and ground the colour scheme together. From there you can pull the colours out for soft furnishing, art and accessories.
bookworm987
8 years ago
It looks like a beautiful room! I would try a darkish grey carpet, then add soft blues or sage green in the accessories...think ocean colours.
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Hi Louise, that’s a lovely paint shade! It would work really well with either a calming neutral coloured carpet to act as a soothing backdrop – it can really light up the home and create a sense of space - we are seeing more and more use of both light and dark neutrals in the home which work with this type of look. Or alternatively a dark charcoal grey carpet would sit perfectly alongside this paint colour too, you can add in some bright furnishings in either, orange, pink or duck egg blue. Sensation Twist from Cormar Carpets, is a luxury stain-resistant polypropylene range that is suitable for all around your home and is even bleach cleanable! The collection offers a stylish carpet range at tremendous value-for-money and in a range of fashionable, natural colours. http://www.cormarcarpets.co.uk/product_sensationtwist/product_sensationtwist.php
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Amber Jeavons Ltd
8 years ago
Hello Joanne,

Have you thought about the same colour as the walls? That way it gives the appearance of size. If you don't add a rug of a darker colour it will also add to the floor area as it won't draw attention to and define the space. If you want to add a rug I'd say something that is very similar to the floor colour so they layer on a subtle variation of theme..

You can define the space with furnishings and then layer other colours such as earthy tones and some warm elements with accessories... :))
Helen C
8 years ago
We have purbeck stone in our living room (next on chart from Cornforth White) and we put in Ulster Carpets Panama quicksilver. It's a very light grey (don't look online, it looks nothing like the colour shown on the website). Admittedly it does require shoes to be removed as its so light but it is beautiful. I think it would look gorgeous with Cornforth White too. I would advise getting lots of carpet sample books and bringing them into the room to look at in the daytime and nighttime. But my vote would be for a similar colour to the wall, a light grey.
Jonathan
8 years ago
Having tried to buy a grey rug with a pattern I know most have an ivory background so I would get an ivory carpet.
Personally I think white picture frames would look more elegant.
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8 years ago
Agreeing with all of the above. A warm grey / beige will work, not too dark as it will look cold and definitely stay away from black frames, very cold and stark. You need sumptuous texture in there, stay with the pastels to add colour, but you can pretty much add in whichever contrast you like as you have a good base colour. Raspberry, Sage Green, Turquoise etc all work well with grey.
Joanne Burman
Original Author
8 years ago
Also, Just want to also show the transformation from what we had when we moved in two months ago
southfields73
8 years ago
Sandstone by isense carpet
Helen C
8 years ago
Looks gorgeous Joanne, I can see why you are so delighted! I can't really offer advice on furnishings I'm afraid, it's not my forte but I'll be interested to see what others suggest. (Where's Minnie she's normally good at accessories and furniture?!). Good luck with finishing it off.
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Amber Jeavons Ltd
8 years ago
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Looking nice Joanne carpet works well with the walls.. Keep lighter colours when choosing the sofa etc as this will add to the feeling of space.. Then add some texture and colour to compliment the two colours :))
louisep2012
8 years ago
https://www.houzz.co.uk/magazine/ask-a-designer-how-can-i-warm-up-elegant-greys-stsetivw-vs~31241933 This article may be helpful
Joanne Burman
Original Author
8 years ago
Finished room, thank you so much for all your advice xx
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Amber Jeavons Ltd
8 years ago
Hello Joanne,

Well done you. The woods and the logs are a gr8 colouring for the room.. They work really well together don't they.. The wood textures and the hearth too compliment each other very nicely.. The room is an entirely different space from when you moved in and the window treatments and new glass do it wonders! :))
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Patience Designs Studio Ltd
8 years ago
Hi Joanne,

I'd agree with the comments about a similar tone, but maybe not exact shade. Something with a slight speckle could help also

http://www.johnlewis.com/axminster-jacob-twist-carpet/p1505517

http://www.johnlewis.com/john-lewis-rustic-rope-4-ply-loop-carpet/p1913820?colour=pewter

Best wishes,

Sam
Claire Harper
7 years ago
Can you tell me what white paint you used on your woodwork and coving please I love it against the walls. Thanks.
Claire Harper
7 years ago
Hi please advise what white paint I should use for woodwork on stairs, panelling, skirting, architraves and doors. I want the white to really stand out. I have pics of what I like below on white woodwork. Do I choose white gloss or sheen or mat to get these looks? Thanks in advance.
FH FH
7 years ago
Hi, it looks lovely. Where did you get your carpet from in the end? And what colour is your sofa? i'm hoping to achieve a similar look!
sarah_dempster91
6 years ago
Joanne,

I'm so happy I came across you're post, as I'm having the same dilemma.

I have just bought my first house and have painted my living room in cornforth white. I have a similar layout to your living room, with the fireplace and shaker alcove doors.

Problem is, I can't find a carpet that compliments the paint.

I LOVE the carpet you have chosen, it goes so well. Do you mind me asking where it's from and what shade it is?

Thanks,

Sarah x
Joanne Burman
Original Author
6 years ago
Hi Sarah,
Glad I can help. The carpet wasn't a very expensive carpet but it is great quality and we are pleased with it.
Joanne Burman
Original Author
6 years ago
We found it at a local carpet shop but it has just come up on google.
Hope this helps xx
J C
6 years ago
Hi Joanne,

Your room looks really lovely..... great job!
We are about to start a renovation and we’d like the same cupboards going arrangement as you. Would you mind sharing the cost of the cabinetry/installation.... I’m assuming it is bespoke?

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