How to Decorate Bedroom in Shades of Red

Red is a bold and attention-grabbing color, so using it as the main color in a room takes confidence. When done correctly, a red room is warm and inviting as well, making it a perfect color to use when decorating a bedroom. Using shades of red in a bedroom can accommodate any style. Just follow a few key rules and the bedroom will look great and fit any personality.

Difficulty: Moderate

Instructions

1. Pick a single red to tie the whole room together. All the items in the room can contain other shades, but they should have that red somewhere on them. Paint the walls this color.

2. Think patterns. Go for patterned bedding, furniture and window treatments. Keep the tie-in color incorporated in them. Choose any pattern, from stripes to polka dots to flowers. The more patterns, the more contrast and interest there is in the room.

3. Use contrast. White is a great color to use in splashes in a red room to create a stark contrast of colors. Use the contrasting color on furniture or accessories such as large vases and picture frames.

4. Think baseboards. For a touch of elegance, add baseboards and crown molding to the walls and ceiling. Paint the molding white to stand out against the red walls.

References

• Contrasting Color
• Tie-in Color
• Patterns With One Similar Color

Resources

• Red Bedding