How to Decorate a Kitchen With Photos and Red Walls

Decorating a kitchen with red walls is a bold statement.

Decorating a kitchen with red walls and photos will produce a high-contrast look that is casual and cool at the same time. This decorating style works best for larger kitchens, as a small kitchen may become overwhelmed by a large amount of red. Most kitchens have limited wall space, so the use of red can make a strong statement. Photos should be kept away from grease-producing areas, such as the stove, to prevent them from having to be cleaned every day.

Instructions

1. Determine what shade of red you want to use on your walls. Brighter colors will produce a bolder, cheery look. Darker shades of red, such as brick red, will produce a more subdued look that can fit in with country style and modern themes. If you have a large area to paint, a darker shade of red is the best choice.

2. Decide if you want to paint the whole kitchen red, just one wall or if you want to create stencils or murals using red paint. Smaller kitchens will look better with one red accent wall or with stencils on all walls or a mural on one wall. Painting all walls red in a smaller space could be overwhelming.

3. Decide if you want to have photos of people, abstract images or landscapes on the walls. The look of the kitchen will change based on the kind of pictures that you hang. Black-and-white photos will create a high-contrast, modern look. Photos of landscapes will promote a country vibe, while abstract photos will keep the kitchen looking fresh and modern.

4. Group several photos together. Consider making a wall of pictures on an accent wall to draw the eye. Pictures look best when hung in groups of similar size, frame style and color. Use larger photos in smaller groupings. Smaller photos can be placed together in groups of five or more.

References

• HGTV: Red Kitchen Walls
• Arts Chateau: Decorating With Photos