Black as a Neutral?

Black as a neutral?

Painting an entire room black?!

Yep, it can be done!.. read on to find out more!

White and creams are famously neutral colors, but black has a strong presence as a neutral tone as well.

While painting a room black may sound crazy and only for the daring, black-hued rooms feel sophisticated and moody, and can promote a sense of welcome and coziness.

Due to the tone of the dark walls, it’s harder to tell where walls and corners begin and end, creating  a sense of depth and endlessness in a space. Black rooms can feel bigger (yes, bigger!) and provide a different kind of blank canvas for artwork or gallery walls. 

Unsure about painting a room black but love the idea of using black in your decor as a neutral? Incorporate it in textiles, furniture, drapes, and accessories. Adding back in neutral or light-colored furniture and textiles adds balance and contrast to a dark space. Much like whites and wood tones, black and wood tones go hand in hand and add a sense of depth and warmth to a room.

No matter your design style, you deserve a space that feels comfortable and like you. We offer eDesign Services for all budgets and needs, from Room Restyling to Virtual Room Design. For more about how we can help you create a space to love, visit our Services page or email us at hello@masonandbirch.studio

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