Tips to Help You Show Off Elegant Cornicing

The high ceilings and ornate cornicing of Georgian and Victorian era properties have an enduring appeal for many of us. Classic white may be the only decorating option for purists, but there are many colours and techniques to consider when painting your property.

Period homes lend themselves to almost any decor at all, whether that’s sophisticated and classic, or bold and bright, such as this Victorian flat in London. We have some tips for helping you transform your home with a lick of paint.

Look beyond white

Garish shades on the coving might only have limited appeal, but pastel colours from the darker end of the spectrum can appear elegant and appropriate. having the cornicing and ceiling rose in a shade darker than the ceiling creates a soothing cohesive effect.

Tone down fussy designs

If your style is more a modern, muted aesthetic, then ornately detailed cornicing might not fit your theme. By painting the mouldings in the same shade as the walls, the elaborate decoration will be toned down, working effortlessly with contemporary furniture for space with designer style.

Try traditional techniques

Sometimes, the old ideas are the best. To create a broader appeal with a period look, paint the picture rail, upper wall, and cornice in the same shade of while. Add a darker colour to the lower wall to make larger room with high ceilings feel cosier and more intimate.

Be bold with black

Small spaces, such as a hallway a corridor, can accommodate a dark colour that might feel overpowering elsewhere. By painting the ceiling, cornice and walls the same shade, a hallway becomes cocoon-like, and adjoining reception rooms will feel bright and airy in contrast.

Inject unexpected colour

You’re probably familiar with the concept of a feature wall, but how about a feature ceiling? For those with bold taste, try a bright red ceiling in an otherwise white or pale room, perhaps with matching red furniture.

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