Adding an accent wall to a room in your home is a perfect option for adding a bit of color to your room. But if you’re going to paint one wall a different color, it needs to be the right color. The color should enhance the room by adding to the aesthetic and helping it to feel bigger. Using color to your advantage can improve a room that would otherwise fall flat.
Try one of these stunning accent colors for your accent wall.
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Olive Green
This earthy shade of green is popular because it brings a touch of nature without looking overly styled. It also blends well with a wide range of other neutrals. Its more muted tone helps it to keep your room’s design soft and welcoming without becoming too intense or overbearing. When paired with other soft neutrals, you can easily create a warm and welcoming aesthetic. This color works well in rustic, farmhouse, country, and contemporary styles. It can also look beautiful in a neutral bohemian room.
Greige
Depending on how you style this color, it can look more gray or beige. It’s the unique color flexibility of this color that makes it perfect for your accent wall. Depending on the color scheme in the rest of the room and the amount of natural light, the color will change and transform. This adds visual interest, but it can also make it easier to change up your decor without having to repaint. Greige is considered the modern neutral that feels more serious and mature than plain light gray or beige. This makes it perfect for contemporary interior design styles.
Jewel Tones
Instead of choosing just one color for this category, we are going to talk about all jewel tones. These highly saturated colors add a touch of luxury and sophistication to your room. This is because they are taken from the original colors of expensive jewels. Colors in this category are ruby red, emerald green, sapphire blue, amethyst purple, and citrine yellow. You can use them together or pair them with neutrals for a wall that commands attention. Glam and traditional design styles are the most popular aesthetics for using jewel tones, but they aren’t your only options. You could also successfully use jewel tones in vintage, bohemian, art deco, or even mid-century modern design styles. Highlight the use of jewel tones by using polished metal accents to highlight the luxurious feel.
Coral Pink
Soft pink can look too feminine and juvenile. Mauve can look too dark or dowdy. Coral pink is a perfect alternative. It’s a predominantly pink color but has hints of orange and coral undertones. This gives your accent wall a bright and fresh feeling. In addition, the orange hues bring warmth into the room, creating a more comfortable atmosphere. What’s nice about this flexible color is that you can pair it with other warm colors, including cream, red, pink, orange, and yellow. It’s also perfect for bringing contrast to a turquoise or blue room. This cheery shade works well in a coastal, shabby chic, or bohemian-designed room.
Coastal Blue
Embrace the colors of the ocean by painting your accent wall a bright and breezy blue. It adds a soothing feel to your room that can create a calming atmosphere that fosters a relaxing and welcoming vibe. Consider slight variations of the color to keep the color from looking too beachy. It could be a slightly muted version or have green undertones. Be careful not to choose a color that’s not too light. You don’t want to use a pale blue. Coastal blue is perfect in a shabby chic decor design style, rustic, and coastal styles.
Butter Yellow
A soft butter yellow can add a sunny accent to your room. The gentle brightness of this color makes it perfect for helping a room feel brighter without it becoming overwhelming. The white undertones of this yellow help to reflect more light, increasing the light and helping the room feel bigger. Unlike lighter yellow shades, this yellow is more intense than a pale yellow, adding color and avoiding the aged yellow-white look that can look dingy. This delicate yellow is versatile, looking right at home in a shabby chic, French country, farmhouse, contemporary, rustic, or transitional styled room.
Blackest Black
Painting all of the walls in a room black can look overwhelming and turn the room into a dark cave. Instead, paint only one of the walls black. Then you get the benefit of the black wall without the drawbacks. A black accent wall works best in a larger room that has plenty of natural light. It can also help to use paint that has a slight sheen to it. Using a black feature wall can look elegant and sleek in an industrial, minimalist, urban modern, or art deco style.
Persimmon Orange
This richly colored orange is bright but not too bright. It’s close to true orange but has a more mature feel that elevates it from the primary version of the color. Painting an accent wall this color can give you the perfect backdrop for your white and neutral decor. You can easily add it to an all-white room that you are looking to update and bring color into. Because an actual fruit inspires it, you can use it in an earthy neutral decor design to make the room feel brighter. This warm and welcoming color can look beautiful in a room that’s styled in Asian zen, mid-century modern, or coastal design style.
Deep Blue
A deep navy or indigo blue adds depth and sophistication to a room. It’s like adding drama without going over the top. Navy is closer to black, making it better for more traditional design styles like Victorian and art deco design. Indigo, while similar to navy in that it’s dark, is slightly more eclectic. Indigo has purple undertones that make it perfect for creative design styles like bohemian, worldly, and maximalism. Both colors can be quite dark, so to keep your room from feeling too much like a cave, make sure that is plenty of natural light.
Blackberry Wine
This rich and dark purple color is more complex than just standard purple. It has dark hints and raspberry undertones to create a color with more depth and complexity. It’s perfect for when you want to use purple and avoid a juvenile color similar to a certain large dinosaur. Embrace the moodiness of this color by using it in an industrial interior style. It’s also perfect when giving your room a glam design. Gold metal will contrast elegantly against the purple wall to create a look of luxury.
There is a right and wrong way to add a mirror to your bedroom. Is yours in the right place? If it is, your mirror should increase the amount of natural light in your bedroom. It should help to make your bedroom feel larger and more spacious. It should also add the overall design style of the room.
If your bedroom design doesn’t do all of these things, then it’s time to learn where to put a mirror in your bedroom.
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Do I Have to Hang a Mirror in My Bedroom?
While interior design rules state that you should use a mirror to increase natural light and make your bedroom feel larger, that doesn’t mean you have to use one. Remember, it is your house and your bedroom. If a mirror in the bedroom makes you feel uncomfortable, awkward, or stressed, then it’s best to keep the mirror in your bathroom, closet, or en-suite area.
Maximizing Natural Light with a Mirror
Beyond its purpose of helping you get dressed, mirrors are perfect for creating more natural light in your bedroom. To do this, you’ll need to place it near the windows in your bedroom. However, it’s a bit more complicated than that. Pay attention to the walls in your bedroom where the sun comes in. If you want to maximize the amount of light, the mirror should be hung where the light comes in. You can also place the mirror in the darkest corner to brighten it up. Both of these approaches will make the most of the available natural light in your bedroom.
Mirror Placement Based on Size
Where you hang, your bedroom can be largely dependent on the size and shape of the mirror. You need to have the space available for the mirror to look purposeful and not crammed into a space.
Small Mirrors
If you have a small mirror that is only large enough to see your face, it’s best to use it as decor or an accent. Arrange multiple small mirrors in decorative frames on a wall. Place them higher on the wall or above the headboard.
Large Square and Rectangle Mirrors
A large square-shaped mirror is perfect for use above your dresser or on the wall over your headboard. These walls tend to be large areas that can support a larger mirror. If you have a vanity table or desk, it will also work in these spaces.
Whatever wall you decide to hang your mirror on, make sure it’s not facing a blank wall. While it can face a wall, it shouldn’t be plain. This will just add more plain walls to your bedroom as it gets reflected in the mirror. Instead, add some decor to the opposite wall. For example, add a painting, floating shelf, framed pictures, macrame wall hanging, or other decor.
Oversized Mirrors
Extra-large mirrors make a strong statement and act as a focal point in your bedroom. These mirrors are placed on the floor and are either freestanding or lean against the wall. This makes them perfect for seeing your entire outfit from head to toe. Try placing this large mirror against a wall with plenty of space in front of it to have room to stand back. You could also use it as part of an arrangement. For example, position it against the wall in a dead corner and then place a floor lamp and armchair with it.
Tall and Skinny Mirrors
Frame your bed with two tall and skinny mirrors. This creates symmetry and balance in your bedroom design. You can place them behind or just outside of your nightstands. Choose mirrors that are tall enough to balance the height of your headboard. You don’t want them too tall, making your headboard look squat. However, tall and narrow mirrors are good for creating the illusion that your ceiling is taller. If you try this approach and the mirrors are too short, you can actually bring down the visual height of your room.
You can also place a tall and skinny mirror in a dead corner. It will fit neatly into the corner and help open up the space. To have it point out from the center of the corner, choose a mirror that’s on a stand.
Mirrored Doors
Instead of hanging a mirror on the wall, you can cover one of the doors in your bedroom with a mirror. For example, you could hang a mirror on the backside of your bedroom or closet door. If you have a large closet opening with double bifold doors, you could replace these doors with mirror-covered sliding doors. This creates one oversized mirror that takes up the majority of the wall. If you have a small bedroom, this can create the illusion that your bedroom is significantly larger.
Feng Shui Mirror Rules
Following Feng Shui rules can be tricky because there are several schools of Feng Shui, and sometimes they directly contradict each other. Start with the placement of your bed, and then you’ll know where to place your mirror. Your bed is the physical representation of you in the room, so it should be in the command position. When lying in bed, you should be able to see the door. If you can’t have this placement in your bedroom, you can place the mirror on the wall facing the bed. That way, you can see the doorway from the bed by looking at its reflection in the mirror.
Some Feng Shui schools state that you shouldn’t use a mirror in the bedroom at all. They are thought to energize a room, which is the exact opposite of what you want when trying to get restful sleep. Additionally, they double what they project, so if your mirror is reflecting the clutter in your bedroom, you are doubling the chaos.
Where Not to Place a Mirror in the Bedroom
Unless you have a particular purpose in mind, do not place your mirror on the ceiling above the bed, as the headboard, or directly in front of the foot of the bed. These are all places that point directly at you while lying in bed. While this may be ideal for some people, it creates an awkward reflection for most. This can make it hard to fall asleep and reduce the level of comfort and relaxation you feel while laying in bed. These locations are also not ideal for reflecting the natural light or being convenient for getting dressed.
You also shouldn’t hang two mirrors that face each other. They will create an endless reflection that eliminates the illusion of a larger room that one mirror creates. Some people find the endless reflections a bit unnerving.
Read enough home improvement and decorating blogs, and you will quickly realize that adding an accent wall is one of the most commonly recommended home improvement projects. They’re perfect for adding color, pattern, or texture without overwhelming the room. The problem is that everyone is happy to provide examples of accent walls, but no one tells you how to choose a wall that should be the accent wall. Take the plunge and add an accent wall in your home with this helpful guide that will help you choose the perfect wall.
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The Basics of Choosing an Accent Wall
There are three basic rules to follow when choosing a wall to turn into an accent wall:
Focal point
Symmetry
Inside Corners
Following these three rules will help you choose the right wall and avoid choosing the wrong wall. Adding an accent wall should be purposeful and enhance the room’s design. Choosing the wrong wall will either have no impact or a negative impact on the visual design of the room.
Focal Point
Typically, the best wall in a room to be the accent wall is the first wall you see when entering a room. This is the front and center wall and usually the focal point. This ensures that your work doesn’t go to waste because the accent wall is the feature in the room. However, this isn’t always the case. Sometimes, the focal wall in the room isn’t the first wall you see when entering the room. Instead, it’s the wall your eyes naturally travel to when standing in the room. This could be the wall with the fireplace in a living room. It could be the wall behind the bed’s headboard in a bedroom.
Symmetry
The wall that you choose should have symmetry to it. Sometimes, this is the focal point wall, and sometimes it isn’t. If the focal point wall doesn’t feel quite right, it is probably because the symmetry is off. Draw an imaginary vertical line down the center of the wall. The left and right sides should mirror each other. There shouldn’t be an odd placement of doors or windows. The top of the wall could have an angled slope from a vaulted ceiling. There could also be an uneven geometric shape to the wall.
Keep in mind that symmetry is not a hard rule. Sometimes, a non-symmetrical wall looks great as the accent wall. Therefore, it’s best to consider each wall on a case-by-case basis.
Inside Corners
If you want your accent wall design to look purposeful, stick with a wall that’s bordered by two inside corners. It’s easier to transition from one color to another or from a wallpaper to paint when it is on an inside corner. This is why a nook makes a perfect accent.
Homes with open floorplans present a challenge with this rule. It’s significantly harder to transition an accent wall when one side has an outside corner. It can be done, but it’s significantly more challenging to create a professional finish on the outside corner side.
Consider the Size of the Room
Adding an accent wall breaks up the visual lines of the room, so adding one to a small room can make the room feel even smaller. This means that accent walls are best done in larger spaces that can support the visual weight of an accent wall.
In addition to size, you also should consider the shape. For example, if you have a long and narrow rectangle-shaped room, turning the furthest short wall into the accent wall will visually shorten the room, helping it to feel more balanced. Conversely, making one of the long walls the accent wall will accentuate the length, making it feel even longer.
Look For Architectural Details
An accent wall should be as solid as possible. This means it’s not broken up by doors and windows. These break up the wall and reduce your accent wall’s impact on the rest of the room. This is why the wall behind a bed or sofa are popular.
While looking for architecture to avoid, you should also look for details that signal the ideal wall. For example, if a wall has a fireplace or is a nook, these are details that signal you are on the right track for choosing the best wall in the room to be an accent wall.
Think About Furniture Placement
If you have a large piece of furniture covering most of a wall, this isn’t a great option for an accent wall. Walls that are already covered by the decor, furniture, and window treatments won’t benefit from being an accent wall. If you’re going to go through the investment and trouble of adding an accent wall, it should make an impact on your room. Instead, look for a wall that’s mostly open, allowing you to clearly see the accent wall.
What Is the Room’s Function?
If your home has an open floorplan, you can use an accent wall to visually define the space. Look at the different areas of the open space and how you use each area. Adding an accent wall visually breaks up the space. This creates a subtle signal to the eye that each space has a different use. Now you have more of a zoned space that helps each space to feel more intimate.
Accent Ceiling Instead of Wall
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If all else fails and you can’t figure out a suitable wall for your accent wall, you have one option left. Instead of choosing one of the walls, consider the ceiling. This is considered the fifth wall by some interior designers. Painting the ceiling is a perfect option for a room that doesn’t have a natural focal point or isn’t symmetrical.
Painting the ceiling of a room a bright and bold color can transform the space while also creating the illusion that the ceiling is taller than it really is. You can paint the ceiling in large or small rooms. A light or bright color in a small room can help the room to feel bigger. A darker color in an extra-large room can help it to feel more comfortable and cozy.
Wouldn’t it be nice if all homes come with bedrooms that had sizeable closets? Then, you’d have plenty of space for storing your clothes, shoes, hats, accessories, and bags. Unfortunately, this isn’t always possible. Perhaps you live in a small apartment with limited space. Or maybe you’ve moved into a beautiful historical home with sizable bedrooms that all lack a closet.
It’s time to pick those piles of clothes up off the floor and use one of these ideas to store your clothes without a closet.
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1. Clothing Rack
A freestanding rack gives you the convenience of a closet but the mobility that you can’t have with a closet. It’s perfect for creating an upscale boutique design with your makeshift closet setup. You’ll find kits that are easy to assemble and set up. Some even come on wheels, making it easy to move them about. You can also DIY your own rack. This option is ideal for creating a rack that perfectly fits your space and the number of clothes you need to put on it. You can make one out of metal pipes and connectors. Another option is to build the support frame out of wood and mount a metal bar between the two wood supports. If you need more storage space than a single bar, you could create an entire storage solution with multiple hanging bars and shelves.
2. Dresser, Armoire, or Wardrobe
If you have floor space, then one of the simplest solutions is to buy a furniture piece that will hold your clothes. Traditionally, homes weren’t built with closets, so freestanding wardrobes, armoires, or dressers were normal. This means there are plenty of vintage and modern options for use in your bedroom. Wardrobes and armoires are great for utilizing vertical space because these pieces are tall. However, you need space in front of them to open the doors. Dressers take up more floor space but typically have drawers that take up less space when open. Match the style of your new furniture piece with the decor style you’ve chosen for your room.
3. Floating Shelf
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Adding floating shelves to your wall gives you storage space without closing in your bedroom. These shelves are not the same as the decorative shelves in your living room or kitchen. The floating shelves in your bedroom should be substantial and long to give you plenty of space for storage. Ideally, place them higher on the wall so that they are above eye level. These keep them from closing in your bedroom. Mount multiple shelves above each other to maximize the available wall space. For even more clothing storage, mount a hanging bar on the underside of the floating shelf that you can hang clothes on. You’ll need a deeper shelf for this, at least 12 inches. If you plan to put folded clothes on the shelf, add acrylic ends that will help to hold the clothing stacks in neat piles. Once the clothes are on the shelf, you won’t see the clear end, and your clothes will stay looking neatly organized.
4. Shelving Unit
Create the look of a built-in with a shelving unit. This gives you plenty of vertical storage and makes it easy to stay organized. Look for a unit that you can customize to work with your needs. For example, it could have several open shelves that you place baskets on. It could also have drawers of varying depths to give you storage for everything from clothes to accessories. Creating the look of a built-in will elevate the look of your bedroom. Add trim or molding to the top and bottom to give it an elegant, more traditional feel. Opt for a light wood option to keep your bedroom feeling fresh. You could also paint the shelving unit to blend into the wall behind it, helping your room feel larger.
5. Wall Hooks
Mount hooks on your wall and use them to hang clothes or accessories. Choose larger hooks that can hold larger or more items. Decorative hooks are also a good option because they add a touch of style to your bedroom. You could mount individual hooks or choose a rack unit that has multiple hooks on a single piece. Hooks are perfect for displaying a collection, such as hats, bags, or scarves.
6. Woven Baskets
If you prefer a bohemian or country look, purchase several large woven baskets. You can place them under your bed, on the floor along a wall, or on shelves. Buy baskets that suit the size of the items you want to keep in them. Try to buy several of the same type of basket to create a coordinated look. Woven or mesh baskets are best because they allow air to flow. This prevents moisture buildup, which would promote mildew, bacteria, and decay. In addition, the woven baskets add a touch of texture and nature to your home, making your bedroom feel more comfortable and welcoming.
7. Under the Bed Boxes
If you need just a little more storage space, try lifting your bed a few extra inches. You don’t need to buy a new bed frame. Instead, place risers under each of the support feet to raise your bed six to twelve inches. You now have plenty of space under the bed to store boxes. For greater usability, opt for boxes that have wheels on them. This makes moving the boxes out and back under easier. Label the front of the boxes to stay organized.
The alternative is to replace your bed frame with one that has built-in storage. This creates a uniform and polished look. For maximum storage, look for one with drawers underneath the mattress. It could also have shelving or cabinetry as the headboard. Now you turn your bed into the closet. You’ll also see bed options that lift up the entire bed to have access to the entire space underneath. While this sounds useful, in practice, it isn’t great. It’s hard to reach the center storage under the bed, and you’ll have to fix the bed every time you lift it up.
8. Loft Your Bed
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If you have more clothes and shoes than what will fit under your bed in boxes, then it’s time to consider lofting your bed. Raise it high enough that you have a usable space underneath. While some people turn this into a sitting area or mini office, you could turn it into a closet. Add one or more rods for hanging clothes. Then add several shelves for your accessories and shoes. You could even add lights and a curtain door to make it feel like a real closet. If you want a polished look, measure the space you have available, then buy a shelving unit or closet organizer unit. Look for a unit that mounts on the wall instead of standing on the floor. Then you can affix them to the wall or lofted bed frame at the height you need. Finish the unit with French doors, and you have built a mini room below your lofted bed.
9. Decorative Ladder
If you only have a few items that you want to be ready within reach, try using a decorative lean-to ladder. Place the ladder against a wall and then drape or hang items from it. Choose a large enough ladder to comfortably hold everything without looking overstuffed or cluttered. You don’t want it to add to the clutter in your room, and you should still be able to see the ladder underneath the items. This option is perfect for a rustic or country design style. Choose a ladder made of wood with a hand-hewn look. It can also work well to add a natural accent to a Scandinavian design. For this look, skip the handmade-looking ladders and stick with one that has clean, straight lines.
10. Back of the Door Organizer
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If you have a small bedroom, then floor space is limited, and you need to look for solutions that utilize the existing dead space. One of the most often neglected dead spaces is behind the bedroom door. Hang an organizer on the back of the bedroom door. There are organizers that can hold shoes, hats, or accessories. Look for an organizer that has several pockets and extends the length of the door. This maximizes your ability to hold several items. High-quality organizers have reinforced hanging hardware to support a large amount of weight. For the most durability, avoid the vinyl organizers and look for one that’s made of metal or PVC.
11. Ceiling Suspended Rack
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Make a bold statement with your clothing storage solution by suspending it from the ceiling. Use a metal pipe or rope to suspend a bar from the ceiling. Rope and wood would create a rustic feel. All metal pipe creates an industrial feel, and depending on the type of metal you use; they can also create a touch of glam. For example, a black metal pipe will feel slightly vintage or industrial. Gold or copper pipe will add a touch of shine and warmth to your bedroom. Get creative with your suspended metal pipe by building multiple hanging bars at different heights.
A well-designed porch is a great place to relax and get some fresh air. If you have an open porch or patio, adding a roof can increase your comfort by adding shade and protection from the elements.
The type of porch roof you build depends on the style of your home, the look you’re after, and your local building codes. Whether you’re building a porch from scratch or renovating an existing covered porch, look to our best porch roof ideas for inspiration.
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1. Porch Roof for Bungalow Homes
A bungalow is a single story type of house that may have a partial second story. They’re usually small homes, and a broad, beautiful front porch is a defining bungalow feature.
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Bungalows have low-pitched roofs, so a low-pitched porch roof is fitting. These homes often have a gable roof supported by thick, Craftsman style columns made of wood and stone. A bungalow porch is deep and wide, and the porch space is often used as an outdoor living room.
2. Cabin Porch Roof Designs
A rustic cabin porch or deck can support basically any roof style. A gable roof may be a good idea if it coordinates with the cabin’s roof line. Exposed rafters or beams add architectural interest and a country cabin vibe.
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If you need a simpler type of porch roofing, a flat roof with metal panels can add to the rustic aesthetic. A shed roof addition is suitable for a cabin that has a smaller porch design.
3. Canopy Roofs for Front Entrances
A canopy roof is a small structure built over a front entrance to provide some protection from the elements. This small-scale roof addition is rarely big enough to be considered an actual porch roof, although it may extend far enough from the door and wall to feel like a tiny porch.
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Small porch roofs like these look best when they coordinate with the rest of the home’s exterior. Use the same type of roofing material that is used on the home’s roof, or get creative with copper or other metal roofing material.
4. Implement Flat Roof Design
Flat roofs are exactly as they sound: flat and level. Commonly found on historic old house porches, a flat roof is cheaper and easier to build than a sloped roof. Many people like the way a flat porch roof follows the natural landscape’s horizontal lines.
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Many people assume these are bad porch roof ideas because they aren’t sloped to enhance drainage. However, flat roofs can be designed to drain water fairly well.
5. Create Classic Look with Gable Porch Roof
A gable roof is a triangle shaped roof with sloped sides that connect at a ridge down the center of the enclosure. A gable roof matches many house designs, so it may be your preference if you want a new covered or screened porch to look like it was on the home’s original blueprints.
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Gable roofs overhang the porch sides and allow rain or snow to run off. Sometimes a gabled roof addition is built on a flat or sloped existing roof, serving as an architectural feature that draws attention to the front door.
6. Elevate Your Porch with Hipped Roof Style
A hipped roof, or hip roof, is more complicated to build than a gable roof. A square hipped porch roof has slopes on all four sides. It is shaped like a pyramid, but with gently sloping sides.
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Hip roofs add elegance to a covered patio, porch, or other outdoor space. A hip roof structure is also more stable than a gable roof’s, making them one of the better porch roof ideas if you live in a windy or snowy climate.
7. Innovate with Shed Roof Ideas for Porches
A shed roof is attached to the house wall on one side. It has a single sloped roof surface that’s held up on the lower end by columns or other support posts.
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Picking a color for your bedroom is challenging enough when it’s just you. It gets even more complicated when two of you have to agree on a color. The perfect bedroom color for couples will be a color that creates the right kind of atmosphere and energy. This could be one that encourages serenity and comfort, or it could be one that is cheery and energizing.
These are the best bedroom colors for couples looking to update their bedrooms.
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Choosing the Best Color For Your Bedroom
Picking a color for your bedroom is a personal choice. While each of these colors has feelings and emotions associated with them, they affect everyone differently. Your age, gender, personal experiences, and culture influence how you perceive and react to a particular color. Use this as a general guideline for each color while also keeping in mind how you feel about its color and its effect on your mental state, mood, and energy level.
Blue
Choosing a blue shade will inspire feelings of tranquility and calmness. It’s been shown that looking at the color blue reduces blood pressure and heart rate. There are sensors in the human eye that make us more sensitive to blue colors. Not only will your blue bedroom look beautiful, but it will actively help you achieve a better night’s sleep. From the lightest shades that mirror the sky to the deepest ocean blues, you can’t go wrong when choosing a blue shade. Pale shades will help your bedroom to feel less serious. Darker shades like indigo and navy will have a sophisticated feel. Modern designs have also embraced blues with a gray undertone. They have a muted look that makes them more flexible when decorating the rest of your room.
Blue Bedroom Color Palettes
Dark blue shades look beautiful when balanced with shades of white and cream. You can also soften dark shades with light gray shades. To brighten up the room, you could add accents of yellow or orange. Using shades of greens and teal mimics the colors of the ocean.
Green
The second most popular color for bedrooms is green. It’s another color that works in a wide range of shades. Green is the color of nature, inspiring feelings of vitality, life, and serenity. It can also bring feelings of prosperity and good luck in some cultures. Try using sage, olive, or even forest green for an earthy feel. For a refreshing feel, mint is light and bright. Saturated colors that make a bold statement are jade, teal, and emerald. These colors are richly pigmented, helping you to surround yourself with green. Darker shades of green can add a feeling of sophisticated luxury to your bedroom.
Green Bedroom Color Palettes
Embrace the colors of nature by using multiple shades of green. Keep the green colors you choose in the same color family for a coordinated look. Then keep it light and fresh with a light neutral like beige or cream. For a moody and darker color palette, accent your green with a rich brown or dark green that looks almost black.
Silver Gray
A modern trend that is becoming more popular among couples is embracing metallics as a color. Silver gray is popular because it mimics the color of the moonlight. Your brain associates it with night, which is when you sleep. So by association, using silver-gray in your bedroom will help you fall asleep faster thanks to its sleep-inducing and soothing qualities. To give this color a try in your bedroom, try metallic wallpaper and silver metal finishes. Silver gray colored paint will end up looking like light gray, which is not the same and won’t have the same effect. A silver gray metallic will create a glamorous look in your bedroom while light grey won’t.
Silver Gray Bedroom Color Palettes
Embrace the silver look by keeping your color palette light. Your gray colors need to have enough variation to create depth and visual interest, though. Once you have your primary set of grays, add highlights of dark gray that look almost black. This breaks up the gray and prevents your room design from becoming flat.
Dark Gray
If silver-gray doesn’t sound appealing, consider a gray at the opposite end of the spectrum. A dark gray like charcoal or gunmetal will have a grounding effect that will help you to feel stabilized and secure. Darker grays have a sophisticated look that is often associated with modern luxury. There is also a softness to the dark gray that helps it to feel more comfortable and less harsh than inky black.
If you decide to use gray, stick with either the lightest pale shades that are close to white or the saturated deep greys. The mid-tone shades are best left to the other rooms in your home. When used in the bedroom, they tend to feel depressing, isolating, and dreary.
Dark Gray Bedroom Color Palettes
Embrace the moodiness of dark grey by choosing other colors that have dark grey undertones. Think gray-blue or gray-green. You’ll also want to add highlights of a light shade of gray to create depth. If you want to add touches of color to your gray room, try pale pink, mauve, turquoise, or mustard yellow.
White
If you can’t agree on a color, opt for no color with an all-white color scheme. White is clean, bright, and crisp. It’s also the color of healing and serenity, which can make your bedroom the perfect place to clear your mind and mentally overcome whatever challenges you’re facing in life. Not all whites are the same, though. Decide if you want a warm or cool white. Warm white colors like cream add warmth thanks to their yellow, pink, or orange undertones. Cool whites might feel sleek with blue or purple undertones.
White Bedroom Color Palettes
Add visual interest to your bedroom by choosing a white with a color undertone. Pure white is harsh and hard to match. White with a color undertone is easier to pair with textiles and furniture that will have its own undertones.
Black
There was a time when people would never consider painting their bedroom walls black. It’s a moody and dramatic color that makes a strong statement. However, modern design trends embrace the color black by using it as an accent color. Black can help create the ultimate dark space for drifting off into sleep. It can also help your bedroom feel cozy and intimate by bringing the space in. A black bedroom can look sophisticated and strong with a sense of formality and elegance. It takes someone with a strong sense of individuality and authority to embrace the color black in the bedroom.
Black Bedroom Color Palettes
For a neutral bedroom, use only black, gray, and white in your bedroom. Keep the color palette dark and add metallic accents for a glam look. You could also add a touch of color with highlights of your favorite color. Black is technically the void of color so that it can work with any color.
Red
You’ll commonly hear that red is a terrible color choice for the bedroom. However, this isn’t necessarily true. In Chinese culture, red is the color of good luck and happiness. Who wouldn’t want to inspire these feelings in their life? In Indian culture, red is the color of marriage. In Western cultures, red is the color of love, romance, and passion. It can be a bold and empowering color, helping you to feel more confident when you are getting ready to face the day. Choose a wine-inspired color to feature red without it becoming overwhelming or too intense. Do not use a primary shade of red as you would see on a fire engine. Additionally, avoid bright reds that you would see in a restaurant.
Red Bedroom Color Palettes
Because red is such a strong color, keep the rest of your color palette simple with white, cream, light gray, charcoal gray, or black.
Purple
Not all purples work well in the bedroom. Because it is a hit-or-miss color, you need to be careful about the purple you choose. Highly saturated purples in plum or grape may be associated with luxury and royalty, but they are also associated with people getting the worst night’s sleep. These colors are mentally over-stimulating and will make it impossible to relax. It also inspires feelings of creativity, which can lead to overly active and vivid dreams. If you like the color purple and want to use it in your bedroom, try a light shade like delight lavender. Then your brain will associate it with the smell of lavender, which is a relaxing scent. For a darker shade, try blackberry wine. This shade has black undertones and will be less intense than a color like plum.
Purple Bedroom Color Palettes
Light purples look beautiful with other light shades of purple or grey with purple undertones. You can add highlights with white or grey shades that have pink undertones. Deep wine purple shades look beautiful with teal, turquoise, and yellow. Embrace the saturation and vibrancy of the purple by choosing other richly-hued colors.
Earthy Neutrals
Create warmth and comfort in your bedroom by using earthy neutrals. They appeal to both men and women while also working with a variety of interior design styles. Instead of choosing just one, they work best when you use a combination of colors. Try using colors like sage, terra cotta, clay, and moss. Neutrals have a soothing and calming effect. Nneutrals inspired by nature also have a calming and recharging effect, similar to going on a walk through the forest. An easy approach to this color palette is to pick colors that are found in nature in your region. This brings the colors of nature right outside your home into the bedroom. This helps prevent your bedroom from feeling out of place. For example, if you live in the northeast, using colors from the American Southwest won’t look cohesive.
Earthy Neutrals Bedroom Color Palettes
Focus on choosing colors that are naturally found in nature. Terra cotta, rust, deep blue, leaf green, dirt brown, and sandy tan are all good examples of earthy neutrals. The goal is to create a warm and welcoming bedroom that feels cozy and comfortable.
Yellow
Paint your bedroom walls with a soft and pale butter yellow or saturated and bold goldenrod. These colors will stimulate your nervous system and calm your nerves. This helps you to feel less stressed or anxious. Yellow is also considered a warm color, helping to bring comfort into the space. It’s also a bright color, inspiring feelings of positivity and energy. A word of caution, don’t use a primary shade of yellow. This will be too intense and bright, making it difficult to fall asleep at night.
Yellow Bedroom Color Palettes
Blue is one of the most versatile color palettes that work with a wide range of colors. From grey to green and blue, they all can look beautiful with yellow. Dark shades of these colors will balance a bright yellow and keep it from becoming too bright and overwhelming. Light yellow shades can add a nice touch to a light neutral color palette.
Orange
Despite orange being a less popular color for bedroom colors, it’s one worth considering. From coral to melon and citrus, these colors bring energy and warmth into your bedroom. This can help you wake up in the morning and feel ready to face the day. Notice that these shades of orange are closer to the colors of the sunset and not the color of the fruit. If you’re nervous about orange paint becoming too overwhelming, consider pairing it with a creamy white. This off-white accent mirrors the warmth of the orange while also softening it. Another option is to pair it with earthy tones to inspire the calming feeling of nature.
Orange Bedroom Color Palettes
The color palette you use with your orange shade will depend on the orange you’re using. Light and bright oranges look best with yellow, white, blue, and peach. Darker orange shades can give your room an American Southwest feel with bold patterns, turquoise, and teal.
Get inspired by the images you see in Good Housekeeping and make the most of your small garage. You do not need a lot of garage space to have a useful storage space or functional workspace. Take the ideas that you find inspiring and scale them down to fit in your garage. So head to your local Home Depot or home improvement store and get to work giving your small garage a makeover. These small garage ideas will help you turn a plain and dreary small garage into a beautiful and functional space.
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1. Elevate Small Garages with Stylish Doors
You can invest in a more expensive garage door when you have a small garage. Choose one with more style and design than a standard large garage door. It could have a sleek modern design with decorative frosted glass panels. It could give your garage a rustic or farmhouse touch with a wood barn style.
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Try painting it a bright or bold color to make a statement and turn the garage into a focal point for the home’s exterior. Use modern materials with insulation on the backside. This will help regulate the temperature in your garage better.
2. Transforming Garage Floors for Durability and Style
The typical garage floor is bare concrete. It is porous and gray, making it less durable and easily stained. To keep your floor space looking good, you need to apply a protective coating. While you could paint it, this is not your best option.
A concrete stain and clear epoxy finish can easily hide dirt and spills. A modern epoxy will be the most durable and protective. Finally, you can finish your garage with a peel and stick vinyl tile or click together laminate to give the garage floor an interior finished feel.
If you are a sports or fitness enthusiast, turn your small garage into a home gym. You could have shelves to create storage space for holding sports equipment. Look at overhead storage solutions to learn how you can use the overhead space to hold seasonal sporting goods.
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These garage storage ideas show you how to keep winter gear out of the way during summer or sports equipment used in summer neatly tucked away during winter. Lay a thick rubber mat on the floor, and then place your gym equipment on the mat. Leave enough space around each equipment piece to ensure you can easily walk around your new home gym.
4. Enhancing Small Garage Ambiance with Effective Lighting
Add more light to your small garage to make it feel brighter, bigger, and more welcoming. Take a similar approach as you would with your home decor. The light you choose needs to complement the space, be bright enough to illuminate the space, and have a style that suits the garage. A flush light will probably work best to keep the light tucked out of the way.
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LED bulbs are also a smart choice because they are durable, long-lasting, and energy-efficient. If you are looking for a quick DIY solution, you will want a light that can plug into an existing outlet. Have the wiring done to add an additional light fixture for a more extensive remodel.
5. Minimalist Garage Organization: Hiding Clutter with Style
To create a minimalist look in your garage, look for garage organization ideas that show you how to hide clutter. You want to create a uniform and clean design that hides everything. This means installing cabinets with slab front doors.
Install floor-to-ceiling cabinets along the entire length of the wall or around the entire garage. Overhead garage storage is also good because it moves everything above eye level. Add decorative lighting to your garage design. LED strip lighting mounted underneath your cabinets creates the perfect task lighting and adds a modern accent.
6. Small Garage Organization and Storage Strategies
Staying organized is crucial when you have a small space. Because you have a smaller square footage to work with, clutter becomes overwhelming quicker. Purchase storage bins of varying sizes to hold small items.
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Create extra storage by looking for unused space. Look for a storage solution that makes sense for you. Staying organized is not a one-size-fits-all solution. Your chosen system needs to work for you and the items you need to organize. You could try organizing by date, color, age, family member, or use.
7. Transforming Your Small Garage into a Functional Garden Shed
Turn your small garage into a garden shed that holds all of your garden tools. This gives you easy access to your gardening tools while working in the front or back yard. Garage organization tips that you can use for a garden shed include adding a workbench, shelves, and a pegboard.
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Mount a large yard tool holder that will keep shovels and rakes organized. Add a grow light to help smaller plants get their start before they are ready for transplanting to your garden. You could have a bench or stool to give your feet a break while working on your plants.
8. The Versatility of Pegboard Systems
Add a traditional organizational system to your garage walls with a pegboard. It is so popular because it is incredibly versatile. You can easily cut the pegboard to fit the size of your garage wall. Then you can use hooks to hang tools on the wall. Move and arrange the hooks to maximize your storage space and hang everything you need.
There are also modern solutions that make your pegboard more flexible. Add buckets with hooks or a rail that small bins hang from. You could even add shelving that is supported by hooks and use a counterbalance system to support the shelf.
8. Adding Rustic Charm to Your Garage with Simple DIY Touches
Give your garage a rustic touch by keeping it simple. Check out DIY ideas that keep the design simple. You could finish the garage walls by painting them a cheery color. Create an accent wall by adding reclaimed or pallet wood. Use a rustic wood floor laminate to create a rustic accent wall treatment.
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Another doable DIY project is refinishing the garage floor with a concrete stain and clear epoxy. This gives the concrete an natural stone look, while the clear epoxy protects the floor and makes it more durable.
9. Upgrade Your Garage Storage with Customizable Rack Systems
Typically, a brand new garage will come with at least one shelf. The problem is that it comes with the standard builder-grade wire shelf. You can do better. Make the most of the vertical space in your garage by taking down that one shelf and replacing it with a storage rack system.
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You can utilize the entire wall space by selecting a customizable storage system. Look for a system that lets you choose the number and size of the shelves you need. This lets you use the shelves for everything from long-term storage to tool storage, holding sporting equipment, gardening tools, and automotive care supplies.
Your garage is the perfect place to store your extra items. With so many storage options available, you are sure to find the perfect garage storage solutions for your needs. These could be cabinets that you install along one wall of your garage.
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Perhaps you install a garage ceiling rack that you line plastic bins on. Start by looking for unused space in your garage. Then look for a storage solution that fits in the space. Additionally, consider what you plan to store in the available space.
11. Efficient Tool Storage Solutions for the Family Handyman
If you are the family handyman, you probably have a collection of power tools and scrap wood. You need a tool storage solution that not only keeps your tools organized but also protects them.
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A workbench gives you a place to organize tools and work on projects. It should have a flat worktop surface for sitting or standing at. There should be several drawers of varying depths for holding various tools. You need shallow drawers for hand tools like screwdrivers, wrenches, and hammers. Then you need deeper drawers for holding larger tools. It should also have cabinets for holding the cases that handheld power tools come in.
In this age of modern simplicity, you may wonder if kitchen curtains belong in the past. The truth is that kitchen window treatment options are more amazing than ever!
Like the sprinkles on a cupcake, kitchen curtains can be just the finishing touch that your kitchen needs. Take a few minutes to check out our top kitchen curtain ideas and be amazed at all the great ways you can embellish your kitchen windows.
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1. Burlap
Burlap—also called hessian—is a loosely woven type of fabric made from jute, hemp, flax, or another natural fiber. It’s commonly used to make sacks and mats, but its casual, earthy color and texture has made it a popular fabric for curtains and roller shades.
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For a farmhouse kitchen, look for burlap printed with vintage grain sack images or phrases. Striped burlap fabric can add a punch of color in the kitchen. Burlap also looks great paired with lace, gingham, plaid, or floral fabrics.
2. Cafe
Café curtains are ideal when you need privacy but also want a good amount of natural light to flow freely through your kitchen. These half-sized curtain panels are often paired with a coordinating valance curtain, but that’s not required. You can drape a coordinating piece of fabric at the top of the window instead.
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Make simple, inexpensive café curtains with thin placemats or napkins and clip-on curtain rings. Install a basic tension curtain rod and enjoy your stylish DIY window treatment.
3. Elegant
The word “elegant” means tastefully fine or luxurious, of a high grade or quality. Therefore, elegant kitchen curtain ideas include high-end fabrics, finely detailed curtain rods, and dignified embellishments. Examples include cut crystal curtain rod finials or a gilded fringe at the bottom of linen roman shades.
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Solid dark color fabrics work well if you have elegant kitchen window curtains in mind. Plain grey or black linen panels convey a simple elegance. A jewel-toned velvet valance may be the perfect touch in a traditional kitchen design.
4. Floral
Floral print fabrics are a classic material used in making kitchen curtains. From abstract, tropical floral prints to tiny, Victorian roses, there’s a floral print that will work with most kitchen styles.
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Mixing floral curtains with striped or checked trim makes a charming kitchen window treatment for country or shabby chic decor. Faint leafy or floral prints on sheer curtain panels are a gorgeous second layer beneath solid color kitchen curtains.
5. Half Curtain
Half curtains are thought to date back to the 19th century, when they first appeared in cafes and coffee shops in Vienna, Austria. These unique window treatments offered such a pleasing combination of natural light and privacy that they soon became popular in home kitchens and bathrooms.
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Even though kitchen window covering styles have changed through the years, the half curtain or café curtain remains popular. They convey a comfortable, informal vibe, especially when they’re a bright color accent in an otherwise neutral modern kitchen.
6. Long Curtains
As kitchens have become larger, their window sizes have grown, too. It’s not uncommon to have one or more kitchen windows that need full length curtain panels. Long window treatments also work well in kitchens with patio doors.
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If you have an open floor plan, it’s helpful to have your home decor coordinate in these connected living areas. Try to match your long window curtain style with the drapes in your dining room or living room. Hang roman shades on shorter kitchen windows, or buy a coordinating café curtain design.
7. Macrame
Macrame is enjoying a resurgence of popularity not seen since the 1970s. This ancient Arabic art of knot-tying makes fantastic window treatments for bohemian or eclectic style kitchens. Textile advancements have resulted in softer, easier-to-work-with cotton blend cords, making it easier than ever to find gorgeously crafted macrame kitchen curtains.
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While macrame is a uniquely beautiful kitchen curtain idea, it won’t provide much privacy. If you need more window coverage, layer the macrame kitchen curtain panel over roman shades, bamboo shades, or solid curtain panels.
8. Mini Blinds
Mini blinds are one of the more affordable kitchen window treatments. Chances are, if you live in an apartment or rental home, all of your windows are outfitted with mini blinds.
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Although they’re great for controlling the amount of light and privacy in your kitchen space, they can look quite boring. Valance curtains can help soften the appearance of plain miniblinds, or you can hang tier curtains on each side of the window frame to add color and texture to your kitchen decor.
9. Roller Blinds
Roller blinds made from open-weave or translucent fabric do a great job of blocking outside views—without darkening the kitchen. If you need more privacy at night, choose a roller shade made from heavier or lined fabric.
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Matchstick roller blinds allow light to filter in even when they’re pulled all the way down. Their relaxed texture and natural finish look equally nice in a traditional or modern kitchen.
10. Roman Blinds
Roman blinds are an excellent option in a streamlined, modern kitchen. These basic kitchen curtain alternatives consist of a fabric panel that can be raised or lowered by a cord and curtain ring system sewn onto the back.
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While a roller shade lies flat at any height, a roman shade stacks evenly in horizontal folds when it’s raised. A roman shade is an energy efficient window treatment option, especially when it’s made from the material used for blackout curtains or thermal curtains.
11. Shabby Chic
A shabby chic kitchen needs kitchen curtains to complete the look. Shabby chic interior design includes furniture, wall decor, and fabrics that have a comfortably worn, vintage vibe. Anything faded or distressed is at home in this decorating style.
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Because shabby chic has a strong feminine aesthetic, sheer fabric is great for kitchen curtains. Lace and eyelet sheer curtains are beautiful in this style of kitchen, either alone or layered with a vintage floral or stripe patterned curtain.
12. Sink Curtain Ideas
The most common place for a kitchen window is over the sink. That’s why your kitchen curtain choice is so important: you’ll spend a lot of time looking at them while you’re washing dishes, cooking, and cleaning.
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Because of the risk of splashes and stains, it’s best to use a durable kitchen curtain fabric over the sink. A paper folding blind won’t hold up to repeated water splashes, and white kitchen curtains will turn dingy much faster than a colorful print.
13. Tie Up Curtains
A tie up kitchen curtain is similar to a roman shade, but instead of a sewn-on ring system, there are long ribbons or fabric strips to adjust the curtain’s height. You can either roll up the excess fabric or neatly fold it accordion-style before tying it off.
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Tie up kitchen curtain styles look particularly nice when each side is a different coordinating fabric. Perhaps have a printed fabric on one side and a solid color on the other.
While all of us need our bedroom to be a restful sanctuary, what we find appealing is as different as our DNA. A dramatic black-walled bedroom may feel perfect for some, while others find black completely depressing.
No matter your personal color preference, Benjamin Moore, Sherwin Williams, and other paint companies have the perfect bedroom paint color for you. Check out our favorite bedroom paint ideas to try out in your own home.
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1. Sophisticated Black
When it comes to bedroom paint color ideas, sophisticated black is a great choice for a modern interior. If you want to add texture and depth to the room, pair it with gold or rustic fixtures.
The combination of black paint and gold accents will give the room an elegant and sophisticated look that won’t go out of style anytime soon. To complete the look, try adding a few plants or other natural elements to tie in the colors and create a cozy atmosphere.
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When trying to decide on the perfect bedroom paint color, there are a lot of options worth considering. One great choice is Santorini blue, a calming sky-blue hue that creates a serene atmosphere in any space. If you’re looking to create a coastal vibe, try combining
Santorini blue with crisp whites and beachy teals or add texture and interest with splashes of golden tones. Add plants and natural fibers, such as seagrass rugs or jute baskets, for an instant coastal feel that will instantly transport you right to the edge of the shore every time you step into your bedroom.
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3. Sunny Yellow
If you’re feeling daring, sunny yellow is the perfect color choice for your bedroom. Not only does this bright hue boost your energy and shake off fatigue, but it also adds a cheerful atmosphere to the room that will snap you out of even the worst case of the blues. If sunny yellow feels too intense in one full coat, why not try an ombre paint job instead?
Add sunny yellow as an accent wall, or try transforming an eyesore piece of furniture with shades ranging from light golden hues to a darker sunny yellow finish. No matter how you choose to incorporate it into your bedroom space, sunny yellow can do wonders for your energy level and outlook when you wake up to greet each day.
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4. Periwrinkle Lilac
Periwinkle, lilac, and pastel purple are great ways to get creative when it comes to bedroom paint color ideas. Utilizing these soft yet dynamic hues will give your bedroom an atmosphere of subtle radiance.
Periwinkle will bring a much-needed peacefulness, while the shades of lilac and pastel purple will add just enough playfulness without overwhelming the space and creating a distraction. Get creative by finding ways to blend these colors together for a truly unique look that is sure to turn heads!
5. Old Rose
When it comes to bedroom paint color ideas, old rose and deep pink are great choices. These warm hues not only create a cozy atmosphere, they also shimmer in the light creating an ethereal glow in the space.
Accent furniture and decor pieces with shades of ivory or medium gray really make an old rose and deep pink stand out. Playing with matte and glossy finishes can also add a visual depth that will bring this look to life in your room.
6. Forest Greens
When thinking of color for your bedroom walls, forest greens are an increasingly popular choice. A forest green dark enough to be almost black can provide a calming, earthy feel to a space. You could also consider sage greens paired with tan or wood accents to bring more light and warmth into the area.
If you want something bold, using forest green and its brighter shades as an accent wall will give your bedroom a strong, unforgettable statement while still maintaining the forest green undertone. Have fun experimenting with different tones until you find the perfect paint color that reflects your style!
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7. Neutral Grey
When it comes to bedroom paint color ideas, neutral colors are usually a good bet; they create a timeless look that can easily be customized with small accents or decorations. Avoid colors that are too harsh on the eyes or can make the room feel busy.
Dark greys or light greys serve as an unassuming backdrop and pair well with minimal furnishings. These colors give off a luxurious and calming vibe, making them the perfect choice for relaxation. Experimenting with neutral hues is one way to ensure your bedroom will stand the test of time while still looking beautiful.
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8. DIY Wall Mural
Painting your bedroom walls can be a great DIY project that helps you customize the look of your space, but if you’re looking for something a bit more unique, you might opt for a DIY wall mural instead. If DIY projects aren’t your thing, decorative wallpaper is another great option for sprucing up your bedroom walls.
Wallpaper can create an interesting and complex look without requiring any painting or sketching skills! You can find plenty of inspiration online or through magazines to help you choose the perfect paint color idea for your bedroom.
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9. Ombre Application
When it comes to selecting the perfect paint color for a bedroom, why not explore bold, creative options? An ombre-painted wall offers a unique and visually striking option that invites relaxation and exploration. Find two or three paint colors in subtle shades that you love and blend them together to create an ombre effect.
For a really eye-catching statement piece, opt for a vivid ombre such as dark purple fading into lavender or orange transitioning into yellow. Consider accenting ombre-painted walls with white crown molding around the perimeter of the room. This combination offers something special while still providing the perfect backdrop for any bedroom design theme.
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10. Cotton Candy Pink
If you’re looking to make a subtle statement with your bedroom design, cotton candy pink or pastel pink is sure to add a splash of color. Not only do cotton candy pink and pastel pink bring life to the room, but they also pair well with light wood and white trim. It gives off the perfect combination of pops of color while still feeling airy and elegant.
With cotton candy pink and pastel pink as your basis, you can easily build the rest of your décor around these colors for a beautiful, timeless look in your space.
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11. Baby Blue
A baby blue or pastel blue paint color can be a great way to bring subtle sophistication to a bedroom. This type of color works especially well in a nursery room, as it provides a calming atmosphere while still looking modern.
These shades also work well when paired with neutral tones such as whites, tans, and greys – creating an effortless yet sophisticated look that won’t overwhelm the space. Don’t be afraid to experiment with different shades in order to find the perfect combination for your bedroom!
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12. Quirky Shapes
When it comes to bedroom paint color ideas, it’s time to get creative! If you have quirky shapes and patterns in your space, why not accentuate them with artfully painted shapes? By adding some bright colors and artistic details, you can instantly liven up any room.
A few inspiring ideas include painting a wall in ombre colors, creating an accent wall with geometric designs in contrasting shades, or using paints to craft a mural on the wall. With a little bit of imagination and creativity, there is no limit to the possibilities when it comes to sprucing up your bedroom.
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13. Color Block
When it comes to selecting the perfect color for your bedroom walls, the options are seemingly limitless. One way to pepper up those walls is by color blocking; instead of a monochromatic color throughout the whole room, use contrasting colors on adjacent walls for an eye-catching look! Another option is to go for a dual-toned color scheme – playing with shades of one color will create an even more unique and entrancing atmosphere.
The color you choose should ultimately depend on the type of vibe you’re trying to create in your bedroom; use bold colors if you are feeling courageous while soft pastels may be preferred if you’re hoping for a relaxed, calming space.
Exploring all of your paint color possibilities will leave you with endless ideas on how to make your bedroom something special.
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You don’t have to completely remodel your home to have a beautiful fireplace. Thanks to modern technology, you can have a realistic-looking fire crackling and flickering as it brings a sense of warmth to your home. The best electric fireplaces not only have realistic flames but also add a sense of style to your home’s aesthetic. This could be a rustic farmhouse look, a Scandinavian feel, or an ultra-modern style. We found the best electric fireplaces on the market to do the hard work for you, so all you have to do is decide where in your home you’ll install it.
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Top Picks
Best Overall: Albee Electric Fireplace
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Specs:
Dimensions: 16.75” H x 30.5” W x 5” D
Orientation: Wall Mounted
Heating Coverage Area: 400 square feet
The elegant design of this unit makes it one of the best electric fireplace heaters on the market. It’s where design meets function with a gloss black or brushed silver frame and 13-color backlit accent. Use the included remote to set the heat from three available options of high, low, or off. A standout feature is that you can run the flames without having the heat on. When on, the heating function can effectively warm a space of up to 400 square feet, thanks to the built-in blower. Use the remote to set the timer for 30 minutes to 7.5 hours. The display on this realistic electric fireplace is impressive with modern flames and decorative stones.
One drawback of his fireplace is that it only has two heat settings. They are also not specific, so you can only choose high or low, not a specific temperature. It also plugs in, so you’ll need an outlet directly behind the fireplace, or you’ll have an ugly black cord hanging down below the fireplace.
Best Budget Pick: Ophelia & Co. Electric Fireplace Insert
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Specs:
Dimensions: 17.05” H x 18.82” W x 5.12” D
Orientation: Inserted in Existing Hearth Space
Heating Coverage Area: 400 square feet
If you already have an existing fireplace in your home, you can convert it from wood or gas burning to electric. This is one of the best electric fireplace inserts because it’s easy to install and looks beautiful. It mimics the look of a real fire with a glowing ember bed and realistic logs. It has a realistic feel with translucent fire glass. It also has a heating element that is capable of warming a room up to 400 square feet in size. You’ll appreciate its energy efficiency thanks to LED technology.
The downside of this fireplace insert is that it doesn’t come with a remote. It also doesn’t have multiple display options, so only have one display to choose from. You will also need to have an electrician do the installation because it requires an outlet to plug into. Fireplaces don’t have outlets inside of the firebox, so this can make installation more complicated.
This modern-looking wall mount electric fireplace features two sleek stainless steel bars above and below the fireplace. Its real standout feature is the quality of the realistic flame effect that is superior to other modern electric fireplaces. There is a stone fire bed with what looks like real flames flickering in a combination of reds, yellows, and oranges. It also comes with a simple remote for operating the fireplace. This fireplace is capable of warming a space up to 400 square feet with the included heater and built-in blower.
One drawback of this fireplace is that the flame brightness isn’t strong. You’ll need to darken the rest of the room to really be able to see the flames. This makes it better for adding subtle ambiance than being the focal point in the room. It’s also a plug-in, so you’ll need to place it near an outlet and hide the cable running down the wall.
Best Traditional Look: Boston Loft Furnishings 44.5-in W Espresso
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Specs:
Dimensions: Freestanding
Orientation: 40.25” H x 44.5” W x 14.5” D
Heating Coverage Area: 400 square feet
If you want to create a traditional fireplace look in your living room, then this electric fireplace will be the perfect option. It features a large firebox and rich wood mantel and surround. The intricate scrollwork gives this fireplace a traditional Victorian feel that you would find in a historical home. If the dark wood isn’t your taste, it also comes in white. The mantel is large enough to safely support a flat panel TV that is up to 42.5 inches in width. The adjustable fireplace comes with a thermostat with a temperature range of 50-70 degrees. It can effectively warm a space that’s up to 1,500 square feet.
Unfortunately, the white isn’t a true white, it’s more like yellowed ivory with a semi-gloss finish. This can make it harder to integrate into your home. It also needs a flat wall with no molding so that it can sit flush against the wall for a realistic look.
Best Freestanding: Xbeauty Fireplace Heater with Realistic Flame
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Specs:
Dimensions: 26 x 22.8 x 15.2 inches
Orientation: Freestanding
Heating Coverage Area: 500 square feet
This freestanding vintage stove acts as an infrared heater that can provide supplemental heat to a room. This unique electric heater features a display on three sides, making it stand out from the other single view fireplaces on this list. The realistic flame colors flicker and dance over realistic-looking faux logs. This gives you a classic flame look as if you had a real antique stove in your home. It comes in two sizes, a 16 and 23-inch unit, making it perfect for smaller spaces. There are two heating modes and come with a built-in auto shut-off if the unit reaches an unsafe temperature. You can effectively warm a space 400-500 square feet. While there’s no remote, there are easy-to-use controls located on the unit. Place this heater in your bedroom or living room for a rustic farmhouse or vintage feel.
Unfortunately, this warming heater of this fireplace could be better. You won’t feel it unless you are standing directly next to or in front of it. There is also some assembly required that isn’t mentioned by the manufacturer.
Best Included Display: Home Decorators Collection Edenfield Electric Fireplace
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Specs:
Dimensions: 42.25” H x 70.25” W x 14” D
Orientation: Freestanding
Heating Coverage Area: 400 square feet
Instead of having a separate fireplace, combine the fireplace and TV console. This one stands out from other electric fireplace models because it features two large glass front cabinet doors. This gives you plenty of space for displaying decor or as storage. It also has a large fireplace box, giving you the best of both worlds. It also has one of the best electric fireplace heaters with 13 heat settings that are capable of warming space of up to 1,000 square feet. You also have control over the flame size, with three options to choose from. An 8-stage timer ensures the fireplace’s safety during operation and is certified by the CSA for safe operation.
The downside of this electric fireplace is that the blower fan can be louder than other models. This can be annoying when trying to watch TV. You will also need to assemble the unit before use. While the instructions state that you can use hand tools, power tools are better suited.
Best Rustic Design: Walker Edison Furniture Company
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Specs:
Dimensions: 25” H x 58” L x 16” W
Orientation: Freestanding
Heating Coverage Area: 400 square feet
This rustic electric fireplace TV stand is the perfect addition to your farmhouse-inspired living or bedroom. It comes in several colors, including barn wood, gray wash, rustic barn wood, stone gray, and white oak. This many color options give you the freedom to gif the perfect piece for your interior design theme. The attention to detail is impressive with rustic hardware. The cabinet is large enough to support TVs that are up to 65 inches. On either side of the center fireplace, there are two cabinets that are perfect for storage. Dispute the fireplace being small, it’s capable of warming a space up to 400 square feet at 89 degrees. This fireplace is safe for use around children and pets thanks to the safety shut-off, cool-touch glass, and the option to run the fireplace without heat.
Unfortunately, this unit requires assembly, which can be quite difficult given the additional part for the fireplace. It can also be difficult to get the cabinet doors correctly adjusted.
Best Modern Design: Northwest Wall-mounted 54-inch Electric Fireplace
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Specs:
Dimensions: 20” H x 54” W x 4.75” D
Orientation: Wall Mounted
Heating Coverage Area: 400 square feet
This recessed electric fireplace will give your home the sleek look of a downtown upscale restaurants or trendy bar. It’s 4.5 feet in length, making it a statement piece on your wall. This wall-mounted unit is durable with a black steel frame and tempered glass screen. Instead of logs or stones, there are decorative crystals. For the flame effect, you can choose from amber or blue flames. While it has a heating element that can warm up to 400 square feet, you don’t have to use it. An alternative mounting option is to do a recessed mount so that it’s flush with the wall. However, you won’t be able to use the heating element with this method. A long 71-inch cord gives you a lot of freedom in where you install your fireplace.
Unfortunately, while it does come with a heating element, it isn’t as strong as other units on this list. This isn’t the ideal fireplace if you are looking for an alternative heat source for a cold room. The small vent on the top isn’t ideal.
Best Contemporary: Silverton 48” W Electric Fireplace
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Specs:
Dimensions: 41” H x 48” W x 8.75” D
Orientation: Free Standing
Heating Coverage Area: 1000 square feet
Give your living room, bedroom, or dining room a warm and welcoming feeling with this contemporary styled fireplace. It comes in white, black, or dark mahogany, so you can easily match your fireplace to the rest of your home. This helps it to blend in and look as if it were an original structure in the home. Use the included remote to adjust the thermostat to your chosen warming temperature. It’s capable of warming a space up to 1,000 square feet, making it the perfect addition for larger rooms. While the flames could be more realistic, there are several color options to choose from for the flames.
One thing to consider about this fireplace is that it’s a freestanding box. This means it will sit on the floor in front of the wall. If you have baseboards or molding on the bottom of the wall, it will prevent the unit from sitting flush against the wall. This will detract from the realistic look.
Best Corner Design: Chateau 40.9” W Electric Fireplace
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Specs:
Dimensions: 37.6” H x 40.9” W x 25.3” D
Orientation: Free Standing
Heating Coverage Area: 1000 square feet
This unique corner electric fireplace is triangle-shaped and fits into a 90-degree corner. It comes in three colors, espresso, dark walnut, and white. It’s a convenient plug-in setup, giving you the freedom to place it in any corner of your home. Its contemporary design helps the fireplace to look timeless while also giving you a mantel for displaying decor. This fireplace is perfect for larger spaces, capable of warming a space up to 1,000 square feet. It also comes with a thermostat for precise heating settings at 72, 75, 78, 82, 86, 99 °F. A blower helps to circulate the heat into the room.
Unfortunately, the fire and log display doesn’t look realistic, which can be disappointing to some. However, it does have multiple color options, which lets you tailor your display to the season or your design style. Another issue is that the heater blower is located on the top. This directs the heat up into the room. Given that warm air rises, this design makes it take longer to heat the room space that you occupy.
The type of electric fireplace you buy will depend on where you plan to use it. Fireplace inserts are designed to fit directly into an existing traditional fireplace. Fireplace mantel designs look like a traditional fireplace with a surround and mantel around the fire feature. Wall-mounted electric fireplaces come in two styles. They either hang on the wall in front of it or get recessed into the wall to sit flush with it. The final type is freestanding stove electric fireplaces. These look like an antique stove with a vintage charm. They tend to be smaller than the other types but work well as space heaters.
Heating Element
You will need to decide if you want your electric fireplace to warm the room it’s in. A purely decorative fireplace will have no heating function. A small fireplace will be able to warm a space up to 250 square feet. Medium fireplaces can warm a space up to 400 square feet. Large fireplaces are effective in rooms that are up to 1,000 square feet. Finally, extra-large fireplaces can warm over 1,000 square feet. This warming effect is subtle, so don’t expect it to replace your home’s HVAC system. Units with a fan that directs the warm air forward, directly into the room are more effective at warming a space. High-quality fireplaces come with an adjustable thermostat that lets you choose the level of heat it outputs.
Flame Quality
The most considered feature is the quality of the flames. LEDs are a must for producing the most realistic-looking flames that have color depth and flicker. If you are looking for realism, this is the way to go. There are also fireplaces that offer multiple color options. This may not be realistic but is perfect for creating a color scheme or seasonal aesthetic. If you are unsure of what you want, look for a fireplace that offers you both.
Style
The style of your fireplace should match the architectural and design aesthetic. If you have a modern home with sleek decor, then a traditional fireplace will look out of place. A freestanding stove style of fireplace will look best in a rustic, country, cabin, or farmhouse home. A mantle fireplace with a simple design will look beautiful in a contemporary home.
Safety
This is the most often overlooked feature. Because they use electricity and have a heating element, there is a possibility of it overheating. This can make them potentially dangerous if they don’t come with safety features built-in. The fireplace you buy should have an automatic shutoff feature that turns the fireplace off when it reaches an unsafe temperature. It’s also good for it to have a timer that prevents the fireplace from endlessly running.
Conclusion
Our top pick for the best electric fireplace is the Albee Electric Fireplace with its easy wall-mounted design and additional LED accent lighting. The modern design looks sleek while the flames look realistic as they flicker over the decorative stones.
If you already have a fireplace that you want to convert, the Electric Fireplace Insert is a great affordable option. It fits neatly into your existing firebox to give you an emissions-free fire display with subtle warming. Both of these options stand out because they have multiple temperature options, realistic-looking flames, and built-in safety shut-off functions.
