Sure gray is a neutral color.
Light grey walls with dark wood furniture.
But we promise that could not be further from the truth.
Light green gray carpet and matching walls result.
The hardwood floors match the natural wood on the ceiling and window panes to create a wholesome country style.
Dark modern furniture with clean lines and metal trim play second fiddle in this instance.
However you may not know it comes in a broad range of beautiful shades in both cool and warm tones even if you are not a fan of neutral room colors light gray walls provide the perfect backdrop for colorful décor and lively wall art.
Low back gray sectionals add a dark color contrast to the white walls and neutral rug.
Interior design save photo however if the up keep of a white rug leaves you cringing find a colourful rug instead.
In the same way light wood shows up boldly against dark or strong color on the walls.
The use of a lighter rug under the front of your sofa can separate the dark colors and make the sofa color pop.
You might be thinking light gray walls sound like a snooze fest.
The natural light fills the room and highlights the spacious room.
A spare approach to the furnishings in this apartment living room allows the architecture space and light be the rightful stars.
The hardwood floors and the textured walls unify this space with their light colors and subtle movement.
Tonal contrast which is variance between shades of dark and light is a central tool in art and design.
When pairing light grey and wood mix all the textures you want just make sure to keep the other accents such as pillows blankets side tables and light fixtures light in color.
Light grey textured walls look great with medium tone wood furniture and metal accents.
A light wood or metal coffee table could also help to define the sofa from the floor.
The contrast calls more attention to the furniture a plus if you have a fine piece you want to focus on.
With the dark wood it is important to not select anything too dark or the room can seem small and uninviting.
It s industrial meets traditional in the best way possible.
This living room has a large row of windows lining the front wall.
Similarly to the green color on the wall the color blue can also make pairing the furniture and finishes fun picking contrasting or complimentary colors to the fabrics and finishes in the space can add the last needed thing to a room.
This bedroom space is all about texture.
Uniquely textured cream walls snake skin throw pillows and comforter and a cream and brown avant garde arrangement offer impeccable contrast to the smooth light hardwood floor soft flowing curtains and the sleek modern lines of the furniture.
If you have a lot of dark furniture in a light colored room however the space might feel busier than it would if the furniture blended in.