How to use Red in your Home Decor

In honour of Valentine's Day, I thought I would do a post on how to use red to decorate your home.  

It's a colour people love to wear but can't figure out how to use it in their decor 

without it looking tacky or childish.

The thing I love about red, is that there are so many shades of this colour 

that it can pair well with almost any other colour to create very distinct mood for any space.

Let's do a walk through the home.

Starting with the front door

nothing pops the curb appeal like a great front door...painted red 

especially with black trim and white windows.  It works for modern and rustic homes.

Red doors work just as well indoors.

This one is from Sarah Richardson's century farmhouse featured in Season 3 of Sarah's House  

This muddy red looks fantastic against the white beadboard, wicker baskets,

vintage hall cabinet and the grey stone floors.

Staying in the hallway...

it's always been a favourite of mine for a gallery of family photos in black & white

As you make your way into the living room

you could be a bit more daring with a piece of furniture

look how amazing the red sofa looks against a dark wall with cream and white accents!

I would call it "masculine chic" yumminess!

Of course, red works well against white walls too

the grey, reclaimed wood floor and ceiling beam in this room

help to make the space more casual against an eclectic mix

of modern and classic furniture pieces

Kids rooms can be a lot of fun to decorate 

and red is a perfectly neutral colour that's great for boys and girl's rooms

Red is known to stimulate the appetite 

making it also great for dining rooms and kitchens 

If you just want to try it on for size go pick up a gallon of

Benjamin Moore's most popular reds 

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And Finally...

From the front door to the backyard

this painted concrete is absolutely amazing against the grey stone tiles and teak wood

So, as you can see

there are so many ways to incorporate red into your space - just give it a try!
If you need some help, just call me.

All images above and more ravishing red ideas

can be found on my RED ACCENTS Pinterest board.