Why not take a bit of a risk when it comes to choosing a hue?
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Red
Can you picture using red in a guest room?
“It feels so energetic that I would not feel relaxed,” Weinstein says.
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“Red has such a strong personality, it would be hard to make a red room cozy.”
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Seymour agrees that yellow isn’t an outstanding paint color pick for the guest room.
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“In its many forms, it isnt the right fit,” she says.
Try it in a powder bath or nursery, where it will truly shine.
Ashley Fiocco, the founder of Ashley Fiocco Designs, recommends avoiding orange walls in a guest room.
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“Black can feel uninviting in a space where guests stay,” she says.
“It can feel dark and uninspired, especially in a space generallyintended for rest.”
you’re able to also bring the dark hue through decor accents to bring some drama.
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