Comments on: What color curtains would match with red living room set?

By: Ruth G

Ruth G — Sat, 29 May 2010 02:16:18 +0000

Your red furniture is going to be the dramatic focal point because that is the inherent quality of the color red.

It’s always used to dominate, catch your attention, as in traffic signals, warnings of danger, stop signs, etc.

If you decide you are happy with that and want the rest of the room to be quieter, then use the same color as the walls, a little darker or a little lighter for your curtains.

But if you want even more drama, then find a geometric pattern that has red and secondary colors such as multi shades of gray and black.

Accessories in either case can be white, gray or black. Lamps can be silver or brass colored bases with off white lamp shades.

If the floors are wood and need a throw rug, choose beige to match the beige curtains or try to find an abstract pattern to match the colors in the red and gray geometric .

There are more good ideas relating to red upholstery on http://americanmadeyes.com/houseandhome/designchallenge/html

By: Todd

Todd — Sat, 29 May 2010 02:15:44 +0000

I agree with a very rich brown color. Great contrast with walls and floors and make the red furniture stand out.

By: liteyesu@sbcglobal.net

liteyesu@sbcglobal.net — Sat, 29 May 2010 01:26:48 +0000

ok get 2 other colors to from any other furniture red curtains would just be to much red a grey or white would go nice . also if youhave more pillows on the couches in a solid color like the curtains would make it seem cozy

By: Robbie L

Robbie L — Sat, 29 May 2010 01:18:48 +0000

If the furniture is a deep or intense red, I’d suggest going with something light on the windows or else the room will feel too heavy. An ivory or a grey would add interest without weight. If you want more of a color, you could try a green-grey or a blue-grey. If you purchase the curtains from a store with a good return policy, you can try out different colors and styles before your commit.

Here’s an article with more tips on choosing colors:
http://www.ehow.com/how_4833945_contrast-colors-interior-decorating.html

By: OneRenoHome

OneRenoHome — Sat, 29 May 2010 00:25:14 +0000

Yes, go with rich color like chocolate brown, alternatively you can just go for brown, but that would not look as good.

By: mab5096

mab5096 — Fri, 28 May 2010 23:47:38 +0000

I’m assuming you mean that the walls are beige, right? I think I’d go with a lighter shade of the brown from your pillows. It will not clash with the walls, but also won’t look too choppy like an orange or a red might up against the walls. The other option, of course, is to match the curtains to the wall color. This always makes a room look and feel more open. You might also be able to find a stripe that incorporates beige, brown and red/orange. Something like this?
http://cgi.ebay.com/Cowboy-Cowgirl-Wild-Horses-Brown-Stripe-Window-Valance_W0QQitemZ280276238157QQcmdZViewItem
http://homestoreandmore.ecrater.com/product.php?pid=3414091
http://www2.jcpenney.com/jcp/X6.aspx?DeptID=60156&CatID=64871&GrpTyp=STY&ItemID=1460f12&attrtype=&attrvalue=&CMID=60156%7c60193%7c60953&Fltr=&Srt=&QL=F&IND=166&cmVirtualCat=&CmCatId=60156|60193|60953|64871

By: Julie♥

Julie♥ — Fri, 28 May 2010 23:18:32 +0000

i think golden yellows or browns would look nice

By: chillin

chillin — Fri, 28 May 2010 22:54:55 +0000

What is your wall and floor color?

By: jaja11

jaja11 — Fri, 28 May 2010 22:41:19 +0000

Chocolate Brown , a heavy curtain – maybe swade? If you want to lighten up then i would go a very heavy cream – almost goldy color, again keep your curtain heavy.

By: awommack

awommack — Fri, 28 May 2010 22:28:40 +0000

brown