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By painting a room red you add more than just colour to the walls.
Colour interacts with light to create an atmosphere, so take into
account what effect you're looking for before you choose a shade.
This small dining nook was formerly used for storage. Red paint
and lots of vibrant red cushions make the space feel more intimate.
In this case, the dynamic colour not only imparts a European-bistro
feel, but also draws the eye into a room that would otherwise
be overlooked. As a backdrop, red also brings warmth to the crisp
white trim and cream plates on display.
Red is thought to encourage the consumption of food. It's no surprise,
then, that the dining rooms of many historic houses are painted
red.
Intense red works well in a small space, drawing attention
away from imperfect proportions.
Using red will add vitality, making the room a destination
place within the house.
Red is not a restful colour, so avoid using it in bedrooms.
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