Choosing blinds for dark walls
- Aria Jansen
- Consultant
In short
Dark walls create a warm, cosy and far-from-boring space, and the right blinds help tie it all together. Wooden venetians add dramatic contrast and let you control the light, geometric romans bring bold or subtle pattern, and floral or botanical romans add a softer, natural feel. The best choice comes down to the mood you want and the furnishings already in the room.
Opting for darker or bolder wall colours will create anything but a boring space. Done correctly, they bring a warm and cosy feel that you can accent with furnishings and artwork, and many will attest that it isn’t as imposing at you might think. When it comes to finding the right blinds for dark walls, here are a few suggestions from our style consultants to help you make a choice you’ll love.
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Why choose wooden venetians for dark walls?
Especially if you have wooden furniture, the darker stain on wooden venetians creates a dramatic contrast. If you have reservations about dark walls being overpowering, opting for natural wood as a blind option will bring a great deal of warmth into the space. They also do a great job of allowing you to adjust the level of privacy and light exposure your room gets. So, if you’re concerned that your walls may fade quicker, remember that venetians allow you to control how much light gets in.
How do geometric patterned romans work against dark walls?
Opting for roman blinds gives you access to countless colours, textures and patterns that can be used throughout your home, but one of the advantages with geometric patterns is that you can choose them according to your taste and the effect you want them to have. Choosing a bold pattern against a dark wall allows you to furnish the room with a pared back style, while a subtler and more intricate pattern can have the opposite effect.
Floral roman blinds
Another popular option that brings a more natural feel than geometric patterns is the use of botanical or floral patterns. Much like geometrics, the possibilities are seemingly endless and there is no boundary to your creativity. Botanical fabrics are also available in a number of colours and textures that can add contrast, accent or depth easily. And if you’re drawn to a darker, dramatic scheme more widely, you might also enjoy our take on the dark curtains trend.
Ready to find the right blinds for your dark walls? Request a free in-home consultation and one of our local consultants will bring the samples to you, measure up, and give you a no-obligation quote.
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Choosing the right blinds for your home
Not sure which blinds will suit your home? From blind types and key features to room-by-room advice, this guide covers everything you need to know.
Frequently asked questions
What blinds work best with dark walls?
Wooden venetians, geometric roman blinds and floral or botanical roman blinds all work beautifully with dark walls. Each adds contrast, warmth or pattern in its own way, so the best choice comes down to the feel you want and the rest of your furnishings.
Do dark walls make a room feel smaller or imposing?
Not as much as many people expect. Done well, dark and bold wall colours bring a warm, cosy feel that you can accent with furnishings and artwork. The right blinds help tie the look together and stop the space feeling heavy.
Will dark walls fade in the sun?
They can over time, but wooden venetians let you control how much light enters the room, which helps protect your walls. Adjusting the slats through the brightest part of the day reduces the amount of direct sun hitting the paint.
Should I choose a bold or subtle pattern against a dark wall?
Both can work. A bold pattern against a dark wall lets you keep the rest of the room pared back, while a subtler, more intricate pattern has the opposite effect and lets other furnishings take centre stage.
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