How to Use Brown & Black Leather Furniture when Decorating a Den
Dens are cozy rooms intended for relaxation and lounging. The design of a den should reflect this purpose. Using black and brown leather furniture injects a cozy feeling to the den, while creating a comfortable environment. There are various ways this type of furniture can be incorporated into the overall design of the den. Does this Spark an idea?
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Create an overall theme for the room. Think about the leather furniture when creating this theme. The dark, warm hues should be integrated into the overall color palate. Choosing a light color to paint the walls will highlight the dark hues of the brown and black leather, while creating a darker room will enhance the cozy feel of the room.
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Select furniture for the room. Measure the room and determine the amount of furniture that can be placed in the room. Think about the positioning of the furniture in relation to the layout of the room. If there is a fireplace, perhaps that should be the focus. A den typically includes a sofa, a club chair and an ottoman. Depending on the size of your room, a love seat also helps to create a comfortable lounging area. When you select black and brown furniture, tie together the pieces using a rug containing black and brown, or artwork on the walls that combines black and brown hues.
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Paint the walls. Using the colors selected from the palate, paint the walls of the room. If there is trim on the walls, keep it as stained wood in order to tie the dark leather furniture colors into the room.
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Add accessories. Leather furniture can have a large presence in a room, so keep the decorations simple so as to not overwhelm the den. For artwork on the walls, try to find pictures that draw the colors from the leather furniture. Place a rug in the den to help continue the cozy feeling of the leather furniture. Select a rug that helps to tie all the colors together from the walls, furniture and artwork. A rug is a great accessory to add some interest and pattern to the room.
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Finish the room. Once the accessories and furniture are in place, re-examine the room. Until the entire den is together, it is often hard to see items that do not fit with the theme of the room. For example, if there is artwork that does not fit with the theme, replace this work.
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