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Colour for dark hallway

7 years ago

Hi. I want a new paint colour for my north facing hallway. There is a tiny window in the door and a small window to the side - so it's dark even on a bright sunny day. It always looks dark and dreary. I had thought Yellow Ground from F&B but a couple of friends might be changing my mind! Mid oak floor and doors, dark oak staircase with beige carpet, white eggshell woodwork. Any ideas?

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Original Author
7 years ago
As you can see I have a few samples on the wall!
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Shaw Stairs Ltd
7 years ago
Hi there,

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Many Thanks

Shaw Stairs Ltd.
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