Dramatic Dining Room Color Schemes

For those not too timid, painting your dining room a red paint color can be invigorating. Dark furniture will stand out against dark reds, and is especially effective if you have artwork or floor coverings with striking tones. Lighter reds work well with white trim and accents.

If you're not ready for an entirely red dining room, an accent wall in dark red will make a bold statement. Try Brick Dust, Burning Bush, Bordeaux, Rose Hip or Briar Rose for a dining room that promotes lively conversation.

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Green paint colors bring refreshment to a dining room. For more traditional decorating, use subdued greens, especially with medium walnut or oak dining sets. Brighter greens go well with white or light wood furniture for a more modern appeal, with gold, yellow or burnt orange accents to create a dramatic look.

Moss Point Green, Dreamcatcher, Lime Taffy, Slap Happy and Funky Frog are just a few green paint colors to get you started with choosing between a traditional or modern dining room makeover.

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Pale gold paint shades subtly produce a sunshiny feel in a dining room that is soothing and easy on the eyes. Gold or brass light fixtures stand out, and drapes or accessories in burgundy, brown or green add visual interest.

Yellow Coneflower, Visionary, Sunbeam, Upbeat and Dusty Yellow are all good choices for a comfortably inviting dining room.

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Dark teal paint shades bring an intensity to dining rooms. Darker teal paint colors are fantastic for accent walls, while lighter teal shades are a great contrast to black furniture and accents. You can continue the theme by including teal and black hues in drapery and area rugs.

For a dining room that stimulates food and fellowship, try Caribbean Splash, Deep Emerald, Empress Teal, Pitter Patter or Veridian Green.

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Gray paint colors add drama to dining rooms because they allow your fixtures and furniture to take center stage. Dark accessories and bold drapes stand out from a gray background. Use dark grays for the main section and light grays for trim and ceilings, for a more impressive look.

Arctic Cotton, Silver Screen, Pegasus, Steeple Gray and Stepping Stone can all help you create a stunning dining room.

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