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Wednesday, December 17, 2008
Question: I love the color red but don't know how to integrate it into my traditional/casual decor without using an Asian theme. Do you have any ideas for using red without overwhelming my casual environments. 
Answer: My suggestion is that you use muted shades of red instead of bold red when choosing colors. If you like red, you should also like burnt umber, Indian red, burgundy, and similar colors. Also use red in small amounts. Paint the upper half of your dining room walls red, and add white beadboard and a chair rail to the lower portion of the walls. Paint your powder room red if you can't get enough of the color, just be sure to balance it with white or cream colored molding. Pick accessories in a muted red color to decorate your home. Use red toned woods such as cherry or redwood on your floors. Use an art piece like this Red Andrea Wooden Wall Plaque to set the tone for your red accented casual home decor. As you can see, It is not true red, but a red stained wood with a natural colored design that balances out the strong color. Wall art and accessories such as this unique and vibrant peice can create a great focal point on your wall. It works well on its own or can be paired with similar peices to create a beautiful accent wall.
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