How to Add Color to a Bland Space

Wondering how to spice up a boring room with a neutral wall color? Learn how to add color to a bland space in this Better Homes and Gardens video:

A neutral background can actually be an asset as it allows your walls and floors to hang back and makes pops of color really stand out.

Here are some things you can do to spice up a bland space:

1. Anything fabric is your new best friend. Whether it’s window treatments, pillows, throws, slipcovers, or rugs, they all add color, pattern and texture. Choose a fabric with a background that matches your neutral base and use it to build your color scheme and dictate what other colors to use in the room.

2. Smaller upholstered pieces are also a great source of color. Accent chairs and ottomans are affordable layers that are easy to swap out when trends change.

3. Paint a coffee table or side board in a fun color.

4. Don’t underestimate the power of accents such as fantastic art pieces.

5. The trick to laying color over a neutral foundation is repetition. Be sure to use your colors two or three times around the room so that they don’t look like a mistake.

Having a color palette and sticking to it will help you put together the perfect ensemble.