Bright White
Crisp, clean white is a natural choice to brighten light-deprived spaces like basements. Homeowners can emphasize the hue's expansive properties by incorporating white furnishings and accessories. Alternatively, they can break up the uniform backdrop with playful dashes of color on the floor and in decorations and fabrics.
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Sky Blue
This pleasing, pale shade of blue calms the senses and lifts the spirits, which makes it ideal for creating a welcoming living space. Decorate the room with soft neutrals, or liven up the palette with accents and accessories in contrasting colors.
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Red
A burst of fiery red is unexpected in a basement, but painting the walls in this vibrant shade will infuse energy into this sometimes humdrum space. Red is a great choice for basement playrooms, game rooms, and other fun-loving spaces. There's no need to coat entire walls with red to make a big impact; consider using this lively hue as an accent instead.
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Purple
Because purple is often associated with creativity, it's an great option for a basement office or work space. The particular shade you choose can alter the mood of the room: Deep plums look sophisticated and elegant, while lavender is both soothing and playful.
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Gray
The popularity of gray paint in the home has extended below ground, where the subtle shade brings sophistication to any basement den, living room, or home office. Pair gray walls with neutral furniture for a classic look, or embrace modernity by adding bold details in colors like orange, deep blue, or lime green.
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Cream
Achieving that beautiful balance between pure white and warm beige, cream sets a relaxed tone for your walls. The color works in functional spaces like home offices or laundry rooms as well as in entertaining spaces, such as TV or rec rooms. Mahogany or honey-toned woods pair well with cream, as do denim blues and tomato reds.
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Navy Blue
Using dark colors in a basement can be tricky, because you don't want the space to feel stuffy and heavy. If you're yearning for something bold, opt for a classic shade of navy blue, which enhances the space without looking claustrophobic. Then brighten things up with an abundance of light-colored neutral design details.
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Green
You'll find countless shades of green paint, from lime to emerald, at the home store. Each tone can function well in a basement, as either an all-around background or bold accents. Darker shades add drama and coziness, while light shades create a fun energy. Opt for an attention-grabbing lime hue in a child's playroom, choose restful sage for a guest room, and stick with emerald as an accent color.
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Yellow
Vivid and energetic, yellow instantly warms any dark basement. The cheerful hue can be challenging to incorporate into a design scheme, because sunlight intensifies the brightness, but the limited natural light in basements allows homeowners to pick a strong gold or lemon shade without worry.
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Brown
This strong earth tone has become an increasingly popular paint color in home design. When it's used in a basement, homeowners can either brighten up the brown with lots of white or double down on its enveloping ambience by layering it with natural woods and woven textures. Either way, you'll end up with an inviting, warm, and beautiful space.
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