THERE was a year when on all the runways, grey was the "it" colour. You literally saw grey everywhere in fashion. Then there was the trickle-down to home decor.
Did grey ever go out of style?
The answer is no.
In fact, the colour grey is hotter than ever, especially in home decor. Have you noticed that grey tends to be an extremely popular wall colour choice? Why? Because of its versatility and ability to blend with so many other colours.
When it comes to how and when to use the colour grey, here are some top tips.
DO
• Blend tints, tones and shades of grey together in a single space.
• Use grey as an overall wall or accent colour.
• Look for ways to incorporate dominant furniture pieces in grey into a space such as a sofa or area rug.
• Consider grey if you are looking for a dark colour shade that isn’t quite as harsh as black.
• Pair grey with bright citrus colours such as green, yellow and chartreuse to help create an interesting sense of contrast.
DON’T
• Blend warm greys with cool greys. Cool greys have a lot of blue undertones, while warm grey has more tan and yellow. They don’t always blend together.
• Be afraid to use dark shades of grey like charcoal, which can often feel elegant.
• Overlook opportunities to bring in grey accent pieces like area rugs, side chairs and even lamp shades.
• Use dark shades of grey in small rooms as dark colours can make small rooms feel smaller.
• Be afraid to use grey in different rooms of the home, from social areas such as living rooms, to kitchens and bedrooms. Grey is a versatile colour that can be used in almost any room of the house.
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