Light wainscoting dark walls

Whether you want bold contrast or a subtle difference in shades, painting the trim darker than the walls is the way to go. Here's how.

Traditionally, internal trim and doors are painted in a lighter colour than the walls. However, you get quite a different look and feel to your house if you paint the internal doors, architraves, skirting boards and any wainscoting in a darker tone. This is a very effective way of using a light paint on the walls without the look being too one dimensional

Half-wall wood paneling (or wainscoting) will make your home feel more inviting. From beadboard to shiplap, board and batten, and more, check out these ideas.

Dining room wainscoting design gallery including the different wainscoting styles, materials, ideal paint colors, tips on paneling height, and best wainscoting paint ideas.

Add character and style to any room with wainscoting. From the living room to the bathroom, these wainscoting ideas will inspire you to elevate your home's design.

If you are wondering whether you should paint the paneling in order to sell your house, these guidelines will help you create a gorgeous space.

Wainscoting is wood paneling added to the lower portion of an interior wall. Get inspired with these images and wainscoting ideas from interior designers and bloggers.

We have a lot of wood panelling in our basement that I would like to lighten. But I can’t decide on painting vs. whitewashing panelling and the brick.

Planning for the paint colors in your new house? Try a trim color other than traditional white, like this BEHR paint color in Cathedral Gray. Follow these tips and use MARQUEE Interior Paint & Primer in one for a perfect paint job.

Looking for a moody paint color in your home, but not sure what the right color is for your vibe? Get some inspiration to create a cozy and sophisticated dark room that works in real homes!