13 WAYS TO USE DARK COLORS IN YOUR HOME

Considering painting black trim with white walls? Maybe black baseboards or black kitchen cabinets? See our black paint inspiration gallery, and get our picks for the best black paint colors and how to use them around your home.

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Paint It Black: Using Dark Colors to Add Drama to a Space

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Black Painted Trim

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I really like the black crown and window trim plus the black valances and other accents

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Black Interior Doors

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Cabinet Interiors and Bookcase Backings

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Dark Painted Fireplace

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CREATE A LUXURIOUS HOME WITH BLACK AND WHITE DECOR

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13 WAYS TO USE DARK COLORS IN YOUR HOME

Considering painting black trim with white walls? Maybe black baseboards or black kitchen cabinets? See our black paint inspiration gallery, and get our picks for the best black paint colors and how to use them around your home.

Paint It Black: Using Dark Colors to Add Drama to a Space

Black Painted Trim

Black has the effect of being different but yet still classic. Just look at these beautiful rooms!

I really like the black crown and window trim plus the black valances and other accents

Black Window Trim and Mullions

Black Interior Doors

Especially when you’re using neutrals on the walls and in your decor, using a dramatic black or dark gray on the doors dressed them up so nicely.

Cabinet Interiors and Bookcase Backings

Contrasted with a bright backsplash, this dark kitchen bookcase backing looks great!

Dark Painted Fireplace

Tanya from Dans Le Lakehouse painted her brick fireplace a dark gray for a similar look

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