I once had a room very similar to this, which only got eastern light. It was painted a color not too far removed from this when I moved in. At first I thought it was a really fun color, but after a while I felt like it was too visually assaulting and that it sort of 'fought' with other colors in the room. I painted it some light cream color eventually (I think SW's Interactive Cream), which lightened it up considerably and gave it a much more serene feel. When my realtor staged it, he went even lighter, something called BM Little Petal I think. While they may not be the most exiting colors, I think they'll give you much more light, and you can punch the room up with furniture and accessories.
Charles & Hudson
· 1 year ago
Great suggestion. "Yellow" is available in many varieties and it doesn't always have to be of the "visually assaulting" kind.
sassy girl
· 1 year ago
Some strategically placed mirrors always help in dark rooms. Large full-length floor mirrors work but wide hanging mirrors with ornate frames have always done wonders for my space.
Vanessa
· 1 year ago
Thank you Sassy Girl! I like the mirrors idea a lot. But all the mirrors I like (modern looking), are always so expensive. Any suggestions on where to get this at a reasonable price?
KatyRyan
· 1 year ago
I would check all of the usual inexpensive subjects -- CB2, Ikea, West Elm, Room & Board, etc.
I also lean more toward using a paler shade on the walls and punching things up with bright accessories -- that also allows you more flexibility if you want to change color schemes without completely repainting, too.
Hope to see a picture when you're finished!
Vanessa
· 1 year ago
One of my friends suggested an orange tone because it might give the living room a more 'denlike' feel and also complement the blues in the bedroom and bathroom. Any input?
Will Barrow
· 1 year ago
It sounds like you are open to colors so I say go for it. Blue and orange could be fun for awhile and if you hate it just paint it again. Make sure and check some swatches before you start.
Joanne
· 1 year ago
Orange can be as subtle as off white with a peach undertone. I've used it successfully with northern rooms. Especially with blues.
I vote for yellow. I have my office in a walk-out basement that also faces northwest, and I painted the walls a soft, buttery yellow. It tends to be cool down there, and the yellow warms it up. Blue would be a cold disaster in a north-facing room, in my opinion.
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I also lean more toward using a paler shade on the walls and punching things up with bright accessories -- that also allows you more flexibility if you want to change color schemes without completely repainting, too.
Hope to see a picture when you're finished!
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