The pros cons of decorating with dark paint

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THE PROS & CONS OF DECORATING WITH DARK PAINT

• The walls have the advantage of changing and transforming your space with the help of paint or wallpaper. A dramatic room can instantly be made soft and airy with the application of light pale paint color. While a room that feels too big can instantly feel cozy with darker wallpaper with a striking pattern.

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THE PROS OF DECORATING WITH DARK PAINT

• They're great for small spaces. Accent walls are an ideal way to fake space, especially when done in a deep hue, like black. It creates visual depth in a room, making it feel larger.

• It’s unique. You don’t see it very often.

• It helps you sleep better. Especially if you need to sleep during the day.

• The color makes a strong visual statement and, like a black dress, needs minimal accessories to complete the look.

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THE CONS OF DECORATING WITH DARK PAINT

• The paint on black houses will blister and peel faster

than a light color as it absorbs more rays from the sun.

• On a surface, dark colors accentuates imperfections.

• They can make rooms too dark, you have to use too

many coats and they are hard to match.

• Can have the unwanted effect of making a room feel

small or cave-like, they also heat up quickly in the sun.

• Can be difficult to touch up or paint over if you

eventually decide you want to lighten up again.