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09.02.2024 - 12:29 / thespruce.com / Sarah Lyon
Not all shades are fair game in every room of the home—interior designers are adamant that some home decor items are better off left neutral in color. If you're planning on purchasing some accent decor or piece of furniture for your home, you'll want to be mindful that bright colors are not always the answer.
Below, designers weigh in to share seven types of home pieces that you should purchase in a neutral hue, not a vibrant one.
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You're better off purchasing large furniture pieces including sofas, sectionals, and cabinets in colors that you won't likely tire of in the near future, Amy Switzer, the founder of Amy Switzer Design, says.
"Neutral tones or subtle colors are often better for larger furniture items as they can offer versatility and can be easier to complement with brighter decor elements," she explains. Plus, large furniture items in bold hues can easily dominate a space—and not in a good way—the designer notes.
Ashley De Boer, the founder of Ashley De Boer Interiors, expresses similar views.
«These pieces, when selected from the right vendor, can last a lifetime,» she says of large furniture items. She explains how a neutral hue will be seen as more timeless.
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While colorful rugs can add a welcome dose of personality to any space, you'll want to ensure that your actual flooring, be it tile or hardwood, is not a loud shade. Flooring that is neutral or natural in color is most ideal, Switzer says, as this makes it easier to change your space down the line as you desire.
Skip the colorful toilets and bathtubs, Alisa Popelka, the founder of Alisa Cristine Interiors,says.
«This would make a design look trendy rather than timeless,» she says, referencing the
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