Black, as you know, is essentially the absence of white. It is the negation of color. Yet when used on walls, black paint can add glamour and sophistication.
(Photo courtesy of Elle Decor, Christopher Sturman)
I absolutely love the use of Farrow and Ball's "Pitch Black" in this space! It works so well because of the high ceilings and large windows. In this case the black adds a dramatic back drop to the artwork. And look how fabulous the lime green pillows work in contrast. Tres Chic!
(Photo courtesy of Elle Decor)
In this photo above, black paint is applied in a high sheen. It is a bold move against the dark brown trim but it gives off such a sophisticated vibe.
Perhaps you are not daring enough to paint an entire room black, but still adventurous enough to enter into a bit of the dark side. If so, consider using black in a room with an accent wall or in a space where you will only spend a short amount of time.
(Photo via Country Living, Max Kim-Bee)
Here, Behr Paint's "Sled" is a fabulous blue-black that is used in a bathroom. It adds quite a punch! However the white tub, painted trim and marble floor prevents the black from overpowering the space. (I can even imagine using this color in a room with a chair rail or white paneling to break it up but still give it the wow factor.)
If used in balance with the space, black can be chic and will always add a little drama!
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