Even the “ever on top of what’s in demand” furniture appraisers on PBS proclaim, “if it’s brown, it’s got to go down!” In value of course, which translates into desirability. None of that clunky, dark, 70’s esque stuff need apply. Dare I mention that dark wood paneling that was so often paired with the orange or avocado shag carpeting? No. White on White
and on many a Pinterest board, is there a shift on the horizon? Possibly, with traditionally used woods such as walnut, cherry, mahogany and teak taking center stage once again. It may be time to take a deep breath and see dark, rich woods with fresh eyes. So how exactly does this old theme look new again? Matt Duffy / Century 21
Every house flipper worth his or her paintbrush knows the same thing---brown baseboard and crown molding is the “kiss of death” and must be painted white. Or must it?
The key to avoiding a “grandma’s hand-medown” look is to use dark woods judiciously. By selecting one or two quality pieces in the same tone, or mixing several wood species in the same room, the result will be a more curated look.
In interior design, as in fashion, what’s old becomes new again. The trendsetters “zag” when everyone else “zigs.” Given that the last decade has seen plenty of white on white in residential design,
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