Decorating

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Decorating

Colors Go with Red and Green
| Updated November 18, 2023

Red and green are contrasting and complementary colors because they are directly opposite each other on the color wheel. Contrasting and complementary colors are able to make each other appear more vivid and vibrant, and they can also be used to create a bold impact because the juxtaposition of contrasting colors can be startling to the eyes.

Colors Go with Tan and Black
| Updated November 18, 2023

When tan and black are used together in home decor, they can create a really nice balance. Tan will serve to add warmth to a room, while black provides an even, level feel so that the space is neither too warm nor cool. Here we will look at ways to use tan and black in home decor, and colors that go with tan and black.

Colors that Go with Green and Brown
| Updated November 18, 2023

Green and brown are two colors that provide the background to much of our lives spent in the great outdoors. Brown is the color of soil, tree trunks, and rocks, while green is the color of almost anything that grows outside, from grass and flower stems to tree leaves and moss.

Cabernet color
| Updated November 19, 2023

Cabernet color is a dark red color with purple undertones and is associated with luxury and richness. Learn more about this color, and what to pair with it.

Aegean Teal
| Updated December 10, 2023

As Benjamin Moore’s ‘Color of the Year.’ in 2021, Aegean teal is much loved in many home interior and exterior projects. Learn all about Aegean teal color in this article.

Colors that Go with Pink and Purple
| Updated November 19, 2023

Pink and purple are widely considered feminine colors, so you will typically see them being used together in female-dominated spaces such as girls’ bedrooms, dressing rooms, and powder rooms. Here we look at a number of colors that go with pink and purple for use in interior design.

Colors that Go with Orange and Blue
| Updated November 19, 2023

In home decor, blue is commonly chosen as a wall paint color because it has the effect of creating a relaxing and tranquil environment, while orange is a lesser-used color since it can come across as brash. However, the opposing qualities that blue and orange offer mean that they can create a sense of balance in interior design.

Desirable Paint Colors that Go with Oak Wood Trim
| Updated February 2, 2026

If you’re looking to remodel your home’s interior and like the idea of using oak wood accents, you’ll need to think of what paint colors go with oak wood trim. There are many colors you can use to bring out the beauty of your wood trim, no matter what stain color the wood itself is. Whether your oak wood trim is light or dark, you can pair it with bold or neutral hues to highlight the undertone of the wood.

Rosewater Color
| Updated November 19, 2023

Rosewater is a popular undertone of pink with a mix of soft pink, white and red. It is rumored to have its origin in royalty and is now used a lot in clothing and home decor. Keep reading to learn in-depth about this color.

Serenity Color
| Updated November 16, 2023

Looking for a calm and peaceful color tone for your home project, serenity color should be one of your top lists. Keep reading for further details on what this color is, what it means, and how to use it.

Orchid Color
| Updated November 16, 2023

Orchid has been known as a color since the early 1900s, as a reference to the bright shade of pink-purple that orchid flowers often come in. Orchid is a bold and bright color that can demand attention, but it actually isn’t heavily saturated, so it doesn’t come across as overpowering or intense. Instead, it has a more lighthearted, almost flirtatious appeal.

Best Neutral Paint Colors for Living Room
| Updated October 20, 2022

Neutral paint colors are go-to options for living rooms because this is a space in the home which is going to be used by numerous people, so you don’t typically want it to feel overly personalized. Here we take a closer look at what constitutes a neutral and the best neutral paint colors available for the living room.