Decorate with black

Decorating with black is back, and what better way to add refined sophistication to living spaces.

 

Black continues to withstand the test of time and is once again making an appearance in designer homes. Black has the power to bring out the best in a room, whether it's to draw your attention to a feature or add a touch of elegance, every room should have a little bit of black. As someone who loves to use black accents in my own home, here's how you can introduce a touch of sophistication and add a dash of classic design to your rooms.

Before you apply black, stand back and assess the space. Only apply large areas of black in a room with lots of natural light or opt for smaller splashes of black purely for accent. 

Add even more impact to black with metallic accents.

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Prominent Paints recommend a matt black paint for walls, as this tends to fade into the background. Gloss black, on the other hand, screams for attention and can look tacky. Matt black is also forgiving and ideal for walls with an uneven texture or inconsistencies in the finish.

Break up large expanses of white with black for drama. A black wall up a staircase adds an interesting pattern in a room that lacks character. 

Balance out the bold contrast of black and white with softer hues.

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Not quite black - a charcoal wall provides the perfect canvas for light walls and dark accent pieces.

Sure to catch attention, an undiluted black wall provides the perfect canvas for a wall gallery and you don't have to worry about overdoing it with black.

Just like that little black dress, a few select pieces dressed in black will steal the show.

Even a small dose of black can go a long way. Black and white stripes provide a high-contrast, modern vibe when paired with traditional furniture.

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It's so easy to give a plain home office a touch of high glam with a black wall and a few sneaky details. The desk is actually covered with marble-look self-adhesive vinyl, while the chair and desk lamp are touched up with Rust-Oleum Metallic in copper.

 

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Transform a boring wall into a feature wall with a few coats of pure black paint. When you layer with white, the wall instantly stands out.

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Who says you can't use black in a child's bedroom. This gorgeous landscape mural proves that you can and it makes a big impact.

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Black is bold, and the perfect touch for a white bathroom that needs a sophisticated edge.

Black is 2017's colour for kitchens and you can use it on walls, detailing, or on kitchen cabinets. This dramatic colour is the perfect complement for white walls and countertops.

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Black and white work a little magic in any room in the home and can be used to create stunning interiors. Make use of black to add a focal point - they are the perfect colour combination for any style of decorating. In a kitchen, black and white bring out the best in accessories and highlight the beauty of wood details.

Chalkboard paint is the perfect way to splash on matt black.

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Use the impact of black to provide a visual break in all-white rooms.

Interior or exterior doors, create a dramatic contrast and eye-catching appeal with a coat or two of black paint. 

Prominent Paints know colour and can offer all the advice you need when painting a home. Pop into your nearest Prominent Paints store for interior and exterior paint and products.

Simple pine shelves steal the show when mounted on a flat black wall.

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Set the mood in any room with a touch of black. If you're scared to apply to walls - apply to furniture. With just a small amount of black you can create a statement piece.

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If you're unsure about going full out with black, try starting out with a small project. Wall art and decor accessories are a good place to start and you can slowly incorporate more black.

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