When you are
looking to decorate in an elegant stylish way then it is worth using neutral cool grey, because it is a tone that
seems to work very well with a variety of different colours. Do not be
tempted to think of grey as dull and boring – it is in fact very much on trend
these days, both in fashion and in interior design because it it looks so great when used with so many other tones. Choose vintage-inspired dusky pinks and mix with
charcoal greys for a subtly elegant living room. If a statement wallpaper has
caught your eye, paper the wall behind the sofa as a focal point, then use an
equal amount of both colours in the rest of the space for a balanced feel. So
the next time you are thinking of decorating give grey a go – you won’t be
disappointed. Begin by setting out a collection of grey swatches alongside each other. Those lighter grey tones take
on a Scandic feel and are perfect for a more modern contemporary
environment, while a
richer tone suits a more elegant refined settings better. As a general rule of
thumb, if you are decorating a larger room then it is
safe to use a darker colour and, when mixing grey with other tones, go for ones with the same tonal
balance. So, let your imagination get to work and
pick up on a few style suggestions from these gorgeous colour
combinations.
If your home features any exposed pale wooden surfaces such as oak, pine or
maple, dark rich grey tones make for a beautiful contrast. You
can create a dramatic backdrop for the rest of your décor by ensuring that the
walls are painted in the same shad as your choice of carpet or rug, and go for sought after retro-style furniture and accessories, like beautiful scented
candles created by manufacturers such as Yankee candles. Lastly, create a sense of style by
adding layers of texture rather than simply adding more colour so the grey and
the grain are the stars. One of the best things about using grey around the
home is that it is easy to find items to match up or compliment it . Whether you are investing in a large statement piece of furniture or perhaps
a few accessories like candles or ornaments
it is usually simplicity itself to find something in a colour
which will work with grey. Take for instance Yankee candles. You could choose
from an endless variety of colours, but their blue or purple jar candles would
look great against a grey backdrop. Grey
doesn't have to be used on the walls - for something a little more daring try
combining exotic coral-pink walls with dark-grey furniture. The result is a
bold, confident look that's really warming and welcoming. Use floral curtains
to break up blocks of colour, while touches of white will help to calm vibrant
tones.
The author is owner of The Scented Candle Store where you will find a range of beautiful scented candles including offerings from True Grace candles
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