Dark painted baseboards and trim

Creating living quarters in a Craftsman-style cottage that once housed a library.

We are in the throes of a primary bathroom makeover and our main goal is to make this small space FEEL larger! One way to achieve this is with taller baseboards to help give the illusion of a larger space, but did you know there’s a trick to make your original baseboards look bigger without […]

8 Reasons to Paint Your Interior Trim Black

Hi!! Happy middle of the week! I've been crushing on something over here and I wanna share it with you because I can't help but want to do it to my entire house... I'm absolutely in love with contrasting trim, specifically black. There's something about it that just makes the biggest difference in a room. I painted my interior doors in my guest bedroom HERE black and I know that if I hadn't done that, it wouldn't have anywhere near the same look. I eventually want to add crown molding…

What do I paint my skirting boards and architraves? This is a question I am often asked - I have the answers and some inspiration to help you to make the right decision here.

Karey + Justin | Home Build | Home Decor | Design Services on Instagram: "Tell me, have you tried this? All the dark colored walls in our house have the baseboards and trim painted the same color. And our main living areas are all the same white: ceilings, baseboards, and walls! It helps to create a seamless look and even can make a room look bigger! Extra credit if you paint the receptacles too! Paint colors in the hashtags. We use eggshell sheen on walls. #swpewtergreen #swpurewhite #

love the dark walls with the wood trim BUT with white crown and ceiling

In the past, white has been the standard color for trim, and people have put very little thought into what to do with their trim from a decor point of view. Leaving the trim in its natural wooden state with a layer of varnish to protect it has also been a popular option in years gone by; however, painting trim in a colored paint is a trend that has been gradually taking off, and we are now seeing homes with trim in all sorts of shades. Here we will look at some of the best paint colors for…

Learn about interior design basics with our helpful guide on whether baseboards should match the wall color or floor color. This essential tip will help you achieve a cohesive and stylish look in your space. Discover the best option for your home decor today!

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