Wall colour inspiration to move away from magnolia
Poppy Smith
5 years ago
I have recently bought a new sofa for my front room which is a stone colour, however I don’t think it works with the existing magnolia walls I have had for a long time.
I’m thinking of just painting the walls white but would like to try something new.
I also have a sideboard and tv stand with oak tops and cream based on the room.
And ideas would be very welcome!
I’m thinking of just painting the walls white but would like to try something new.
I also have a sideboard and tv stand with oak tops and cream based on the room.
And ideas would be very welcome!
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5 years agoI'd colour match the paint to the sofas for 3 of the walls and then have a darker feature wall to match the rug. You can take the cushions and rug to Valspar at B&Q and they'll scan them and match the paint for you, it's the most accurate that i've found. I'd also change your internal doors for a richer pine to match in with the floor and tops of furniture you're describing.
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