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I'd like wallpaper colour advice

pamela_godsmark2612

7 years ago

I have Taupe grey leather settees and I am struggling for a wallpaper colour and design. I like subtle designs and don't want to go dark as the living room is quite small. Can anyone advise please?

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AMB
7 years ago
A photo of the sofas and the room would help. If the fabric is plain then have you considered choosing a patterned fabric? What style or look are you going for? I recommend using Wallpaper Direct to browse and buy wallpapers.
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