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Why Black Trim?
Since the lines it creates are so sharp, black trim really creates instant interest, the designer adds.
Black is a great contrast color because it goes well with everything, Cerminara-Kelly says.
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Cerminara-Kelly especially likes to use black trim to add contrast to modern-style homes.
She will opt for a semi-gloss, matte, or eggshell finish, which often enhances the overall aesthetic.
In these instances, Cerminara-Kelly recommends opting for a lacquer or high-sheen finish.
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“The finish of the paint is important as it affects the final look,” Cerminara-Kelly says.
It Serves As a Dividing Point
Black trim offers the ability to designate walls into portions.
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Kopp has done just this in her own projects and carried the color throughout the room.
To balance things out, she incorporated brass hardware in this space.
Kopp explains how black allows metal details to pop out.
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Just pay attention to the finish you use to ensure that it truly shines.
Below are some specific paint colors that would look wonderful paired with black trim.
