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Furnishing a neutral coloured room can be a challenge, and there are many ways to achieve a warm and inviting ambience. Neutral colours are natural looking, with black, white, beige and brown included in this category.
Here are a few furnishing ideas that will bring out the best in a neutral coloured kitchen or bathroom.
- Timber Antiques – If your interior is a modern design, adding a few small antique items will give the room some balance, and any shade of brown will go with neutral colours. Also, a pair of antique wooden chairs would certainly add a touch of elegance and style to any room, and with some wooden shelving, you can introduce several tones of brown.
- Antique Mirrors – Mirrors are another way to introduce antiques into a contemporary setting, and if the room is a little on the small side, you can use the mirrors to reflect light from the window, which will give the room a spacious feel. If you are looking for specific antique furniture items, you are advised to seek the help of an online antique dealer, who can help you to source items. The Internet brings us many benefits, and regarding selected items of antique and vintage furniture, you can browse a wide selection from the comfort of your own home.
- Avoid Bright Colours – If you have a neutral colour base, then avoid adding bright colours, as they will stand out and make the room look confusing. Natural colours that you find with wooden furniture are much preferred to anything else, and you can experiment with different textures.
- Go with Blinds – Vertical or Venetian blinds in a light shade would look perfect, and there are suppliers who will make the blinds to fit the opening. Venetian blinds can be made from real timber, which would match the antique timber furniture, and by contrasting the colour with the walls, the room will take on a balanced look. If the blinds are a lighter colour than the walls, this will add some contrast, and the supplier would have a catalogue of colours to choose from.
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- Wall Lighting – A couple of antique wall lamps would provide general illumination, and a pendant light over the dining area would be ideal. You could also add some LED strips under the cabinet doors, for a warm and inviting look. LED lighting does offer a lot more variation when compared to traditional incandescent lights, and you can choose soft colours that blend in with the décor.
- Seamless Cabinets – If you like the seamless look, why not have the kitchen cabinets made to measure, and with no handles protruding, this will give the kitchen a seamless look. Some elegant glass splashbacks will add a finishing touch, and there are many different glass colours to choose from.
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If you would like to browse a large collection of quality vintage and antique furniture, an online search will help you to find a local antique dealer. Most of them can source specific items on your behalf.
