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Color Combination

I plan to upholster my sofa.

I have bought some fabric which is purple and maroon striped. I want to use it only for the cushion seats and want another color for the rest of the sofa.

What color would look sriking with it?

Also, what other colors should be used in the room, in the form of carpet, curtains etc. My living room does not have much natural light.

Please advise.Thanks.

Jolly

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Nov 01, 2009
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by: Charlotte

Hello Jolly

You certainly sound like you have some great and colorful plans for your living room.

You can go for a very striking, or a 'softer' look for your sofa.

The most striking combination would be to choose a yellow or gold, as this is opposite purple on the color wheel, so is the 'complementary color' - the most striking combination.

This is often most useful as an 'accent' though (using these 2 colors in equal amounts can be a bit much for anyone!).

Other options are red and pinky tones, or blue-violet tones - these will blend together quite well. Oranges and greens can be other unusual options to choose which will give the scheme some 'punch'.

With such strong colors, and a light-deprived room, it would seem a good idea to combine these colors with some paler neutrals, white, creams, taupes, beiges etc.

Blue-type colors will recede and make the room feel larger, while red-toned ones will 'advance' and make the room feel smaller.

However, red tones can significantly brighten and cheer a room, whereas darker blues and purples can make a room feel a little dark and sombre.

Of course mixing with the paler tones would lighten and brighten any of your color choices and make them easier to live with in a naturally dark room.

Hope this gives you some ideas for your scheme. Good luck with your decorating plans.


Nov 02, 2009
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by: jolly bahadur

Thanks Charlotte, for your useful tips. I will certainly keep them in mind while purchasing my furnishings.

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