Use these tips to glam up your home without going over the top
Metallic hues, such as gold, silver and bronze, are versatile in nature. They can be used as a statement piece or subtle accents. They’re also an easy way to brighten up your home and give your decor a luxurious feel. Warm metallic tones such as gold, rose gold and bronze pair perfectly with dark colours such as black, navy, maroon, red and other jewel hues. Cool-toned metallics such as silver, steel and nickel, go well grey, white, blue and lavender. Read on for more tips on stylish ways to introduce metallic hues to your home decor.
1. Hardware
It may be a subtle detail, but the finish of your hardware plays a key role in enhancing the overall design style, whether modern, classic or a blend of different aesthetics. Gold or bronze finish hardware is best suited for classic and transitional style spaces, while silver finish hardware goes with a contemporary decor.
2. Accessories
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Accentuate your walls, ceiling and tabletops with metallic finish accessories. These can be pendant lights, table lamps or floor lamps which will add some sparkle as the light reflects off the metallic surface. Use a metallic hued frame for photographs, paintings or mirrors. You can choose to use the same colour in different textures and finishes or pair different tones, such as gold with silver, to create visual interest.
3. Upholstery
Incorporating silver-, gold- and bronze-hued textiles is one of the most cost-effective ways to create a luxurious decor. Additionally, metallic thread art or embroidery can be introduced in furnishing and linen such as bedspreads, cushion covers, carpets, curtains, napkins, table runners.
4. Furniture
Gold or silver finish furniture, such as a centre table, coffee table or bar stools, makes for a gorgeous addition to any space. The shiny surface guarantees instant glam.
5. Metallic Paint
Another way to add some pizzazz to your decor is to adorn your walls with metallic or textured paint. Don’t feel brave enough to make that kind of commitment? Start small and paint your terracotta pots in gold or silver finish instead.
