Decorating with red can bring warmth and life to a room especially if your color schemes rely heavily on neutral colors. Depending on the shade or tint of red, you can deliver high voltage drama or add just a little energy to your space. Whether you own your own home, live in an apartment or are looking to bring some life to your dull office space, here are some ways you can use red to “spice” things up.
Paint an accent wall
A red accent wall can create a dramatic space in a bedroom, living room, or dining room. A bedroom accent wall in a deep red can evoke a sense of romance especially when the bedroom is decorated with lots of candles and pillows.
Red in the Kitchen
Red is the perfect color to combine with your eating space. Did you ever notice how many restaurant chains use red in their signage? Red is said to stimulate your appetite. If you are ready to make a bold move, you could paint your cabinets red. Otherwise, adding red touches by displaying red coffee mugs on a mug tree, using a red utensil holder or canisters, or even hanging red dish towels can add interest without a long-term commitment to the color.
Red Everywhere Else
If you’re ready to make your space pop, here are some other ways to do it. Even the smallest introduction of red to your room can make it more exciting. Try looking at your space with fresh eyes and consider one or more of the following accents:
- Add red candles, red decor, red pillows or throws
- Put up red patterned drapes in the dining room
- Paint an accent table red
- Add a red accent rug in the front hall
- In your home office buy a red reading lamp or red desk chair
- Buy red patterned sheets for the bedroom or red towels for the bath
Finally, be sure to select the patterns that matches the style of the room or its furnishings. For example, a country red plaid tablecloth may not be the right red for your modern kitchen. A red accent rug may not complement your farmhouse trestle table. Work with your style to incorporate appropriate red accents.
