{"id":185,"date":"2022-07-28T13:26:13","date_gmt":"2022-07-28T13:26:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.lafurniturestore.com\/tips\/?p=185"},"modified":"2022-07-28T13:26:13","modified_gmt":"2022-07-28T13:26:13","slug":"color-accents","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.lafurniturestore.com\/tips\/glossary\/color-accents\/","title":{"rendered":"Color Accents"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Color accents are used to emphasize a point, improve a color palette, and enliven or add drama to an otherwise monotonous setting. Color accents are additional colors that contrast or accentuate the primary colors used in the space.<\/p>\n

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Importance of Color Accents?<\/h2>\n

Color accents add visual interest and character to a plain and boring space. Color accents are useful for drawing attention to and complementing the main or dominant color in a room. Color accents add continuity, balance, harmony, definition, and dimension as well.<\/p>\n

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Choosing Color Accents?<\/h2>\n

The standard rule for color accents is 60-30-10. The dominant color takes up 60% of the space, the color accent takes up 30% of the space, and the remaining 10% is a secondary color accent.<\/p>\n

When first experimenting with color accents, it is best to concentrate on a single space. Examine the architecture of the room, its intended use, and the furniture and fixtures that will be included.<\/p>\n

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Color Accent Combinations?<\/h2>\n

Color accents should be used sparingly. The primary color accent should be used at least three times in a room. To begin, use simple colors and shades. Clean color accents are those that are found outside of the color wheel and produce crisp and clear hues.<\/p>\n

Here are some color combinations to try:<\/p>\n