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  Colours come in a wide spectrum and each shade represents a different area of possibilities. A specific colour might come in different shades and each shade can be used differently. The beauty of colours, however, is that every colour contains black.
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Black’s presence in every colour makes it the ‘king’ of all colours. Throwing black on anything adds a touch of elegance and superiority. For this reason and more, many interior decorators avoid the colour black when planning a house design. This article would provide you with the necessary information needed to know how to style up your interiors with the colour black.

  1. Paint The Walls

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The walls make the very first statement when a person walks into a room. It is, therefore, necessary that adequate care is taken when the walls are painted. Black is a bold colour to use on walls and is best used on a section of the wall. Preferably the wall where the television would be placed. One can also paint adjacent sections of the walls and place bright ceiling lights to give an airy feel to the room.

  1. Change The Doors

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The majority of house decorators use the colour white to give a high class feel to an apartment. However, the colour black does an even better job when it is used appropriately. You can choose to use a black Mahogany door to give a majestic but sleek feel to the entrance of your home.

  1. Style Up The Windows

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Black and glass go hand in hand. While windows are meant to keep the air in, they are also an unforgettable part of the make-up of the home. To maximise the use of black in styling up the windows, one should always go for windows that are lined with black. If there is difficulty in getting these, you can also paint the window edges in black.
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  1. Purchase Sleek Furniture

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Black also makes a bold statement when used in furniture purchases. The great thing about black in furniture is that it can be styled up or styled down. As stated above, black is a bold colour and it is best maximised when the furniture is simple, light, and sleek.

  1. Pair With Glass

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This is a simple trick that works every single time. Pair the colour black with glass and you’ll get it right at every attempt. It gives a sleek sense of elegance without coming off too strong. You can pair black with the glass of the centre table, the window frames and any other area of the house that has glass. Black is a powerful colour to inculcate in styling up a house. It is indeed the favourite colour for all and sundry especially when you know what you are going for. What are you waiting for? Throw in a bit of black into your home decor today and let us know what you think in the comments section below. Featured Image Source: Interior Design Ideas
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This article was first published on 23rd July 2021

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