Complementary colors add energy to a room and, at the same time, make us feel comfortable and complete. #Complimentary_Colors

It's a matter of opposites attracting.

We’ve always heard that opposites attract, and nothing could be more true about interior decorating colors. Using opposite colors (also known as complementary colors) adds energy to a room, yet at the same time, makes us feel comfortable and calm. 

You can decorate without thinking about complementary colors, and the result will be just fine, but adding a small touch of complementary colors to a neutral scheme will add passion and interest. You can start with interior elements that don’t require a huge risk: one painted wall, sofa pillows, throws, flower arrangements, upholstered chair pads. Then ratchet up your color scheme with larger items like upholstery fabrics, rugs and window fashions.

You don’t have to use colors that are exactly across the color wheel to get the advantage of this dynamic duo, or go with the boldest of these hues. Think about softer tones that are almost opposites like: 

• Sky blue and terracotta 
• Pastel pink and acid green 
• Burnt orange and sage green 
• Soft aqua blue and tomato red 
• The lightest butter yellow with deep purple 

Try using complementary colors to complete your home design. Opposites do attract!

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