Opinions on teal blue and brown color palette
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Lee Cunningham Green on Dec 02, 2014Fads even with furnishings come and go and of course magizines want to introduce you to the next big thing coming "into fashion" but if you enjoy your space rather than redoing the entire pallet, why not punch it up a notch with some added richer colors and patterns in your throw pillows or wall decor? .. you can lighten and brighten a room with out changing everything.Helpful Reply
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Patti kelley on Dec 02, 2014Thanks for your input Lee I'll consider some different wall decor.Helpful Reply
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Patti kelley on Dec 02, 2014Thanks for the answers, but I'm still hoping for more ideas.Helpful Reply
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Shira on Dec 03, 2014I am not a fashion expert but I love teal, it has a way of adding interest and life in a majestic way...as Lee said fads come and go but you need to love your living spaces. If you feel like you need an update, shake things up a bit or make a big change but don't do it because it's the "thing to do". If you would like some decorating ideas (small or large), post a picture and the Hometalk community will give you their insight and advice. Good luck!Helpful Reply
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Marion Nesbitt on Dec 03, 2014I love teal, too. If you just want a change, try a lighter or darker version. I would reverse the colour in the dining room with teal on the bottom to help ground the space. You could also add accessories in a dif colour such as raspberry, etc.Helpful Reply
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Katherine on Dec 03, 2014My daughter is changing her decor to teal and creams and a light pastel blue in the new year and if we changed every time a magazine showed us something new we would spend our entire life changing costs too much . If you're happy with it stick with it a little longer.Helpful Reply
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Dessi2026 on Dec 03, 2014Or you could add some sparkle, mirrors etc. This would upgrade it a bit I think. And I do love teal and brown :)Helpful Reply
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Patti kelley on Dec 03, 2014Thanks to everyone for responding I hope post a pic soon.Helpful Reply
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Andrea R on Dec 03, 2014Nothing is "out" if you love it. I love that color scheme,and if you want to spice it up with some pops of color,you would be surprised at how cool pops of orange and yellows and bright greens can add an interesting spin on itHelpful Reply
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Lisa Duenne on Dec 03, 2014I love Aqua, turquoise & teal! I also shop my own house when I want a change. I use the teal colors as the base or primary color in my living room. Then I add different colors to accent. I have dark taupe on walls, brown leather couch, loves eat, & club chair. I have used the following colors to accent: Pink & teal; red, yellow & teal; Granny Smith green & teal. So far. Accents used: throws, pillows, candles, picture frames, bling pieces, etc. like i said, I shop my house for all accents because they all have different base colors.Helpful Reply
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Gladys on Dec 05, 2015Colors don't get outdated. People may change their minds, but retailers put out the message that something, e.g. a color, a style of furniture, etc., is "out" so consumers will pull out their wallets and make a change. I was taught that the first rule in design is: Forget All the Rules...do what You want and appreciate. Maybe you just need an accent color for pillows, tableware, lamps, etc. Look at a color wheel for inspiration.Helpful Reply
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