Kitchen Diner Colour advice
Hi there, I am in the process of decorating my kitchen, and want to introduce some colour! I am looking for advice on what colour I could introduce as a 'feature' colour.
The 3 things I'm trying to decide on are: tiles (I am thinking of a green/grey - see 3rd pic below), bar stools (maybe something like this http://www.atlanticshopping.co.uk/bar-stools/hex-wooden-stool-white.html), and finally, I want to put some small upholstered chairs in the corner beside the garden (something like this style - not necessarily this colour! http://www.marksandspencer.com/kerava-armchair/p/p22386824001).
So my question is - what colour would you advise for the wall tiles - is my suggestion below ok? Is it a good idea to keep the bar stools neutral, and then add some colourful upholstered chairs?
All opinions welcome!
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7 years agoI have the same colour kitchen units as you- can you tell me the name and brand of the paint you used on the walls please? The paint on our walls needs to be changed as have just painted the units- We got these island chairs from EZ living- some comfortable and would go perfect with your island colour
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