As I posted on a previous post, I am trying to pull together a birthday present for my soon to be 30yr old son that has his own home. I will be posting pictures of the items I will add in the room and would like your opinions on paint color etc.. To begin, this is a budget project and my intention is to repurpose the furniture and keep the faux leather panels - everything else is new.

This past weekend, I covered his headboard with chocolate brown fux leather and it turned out great - sorry I didn't think to take pic but will post later.

I spray painted some lamps the silver color and want to know if I should use these or the other lamp posted.

I would also like to know if I should paint the night stands espresso or other dark color or leave them as they are? I haven't seen light woods in masculine bedrooms - have you?

The best position for the bed will be in front of the windows. My plan is to purchase another pole and extend it higher and wider. Should I keep the panels or get another color possibly to match the wall color or bedding?

I like the idea of a mid gray or taupe but I'm open to any suggestions. As you can see, both of these colors are in the bedding.

The picture posted is one of a few that I plan to put in the room - Will it work or would you ditch it? The others are black and white prints with black frames and white matting.

I need a punch of color and was thinking of turquoise or orange. I know there is burgundy in the picture but I wanted to play it down.


Last, he has some stereo equipment that he wants easy access to. Presently it's sitting on a chest. Would it be too industrial looking to purchase some metal shelving for it? Utility type.


I have discussed my ideas with him and he's open to whatever I decide. By the way his flooring is taupe carpeting.

Thanks in advance for your help!!!

Anothe pic of the painting, lamp and one of the side tables.

Window - I planned on keeping the with blnds.

Is this too light?

Second lamp option.

Bedding.

I like this paint color. Would it be too dark for west facing room? Any idea what color this is close too? I don't want it to look cave like just relaxing.

If it's necessary to paint the night stands to get a masculine look would espresso or walnut make the room too dark?

I would decide on nightstands after the room is painted, but my first thought is they would look better darker.

Here are my ideas for your consideration Unfortunately, I think they run completely counter to your vision for the room:

I would paint the walls a color closer to the taupe stripe in the bedding or the carpet color rather than the gray. I think it will be more harmonious.

I think the nightstands would look better in a darker color because they would contrast with the walls and add weight to the headboard elevation.

I would skip the silver, orange and turquoise and use warm or black metal tones, the burgundy in the painting and gray as accents.

Do you have the actual bedding?

I would put it next to the headboard you made and then put the nightstand next to it and then do big sample board of both a gray and tan and see which you like better. Or even if you have something grey or tan like a sheet or blanket you can lay next to your peices you have together so far..

Graciepj,
Thanks for your comments - I really appreciate them. I will consider the darker taupe in the comforter and as much as I like the finish on the bedtables I think darker may be a better fit. As for skipping the silver are you speaking of the lamps?

Always1StepBehind,
I do have the bedding and it's beautiful. Thanks for the idea of putting the items together to make a better choice. Do you think the taupe paint is a better choice? What about the lamps?

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Originally posted by BDenise:
Graciepj,
Thanks for your comments - I really appreciate them. I will consider the darker taupe in the comforter and as much as I like the finish on the bedtables I think darker may be a better fit. As for skipping the silver are you speaking of the lamps?

I was referring to the lamps and the industrial shelving you were considering for the stereo equipment. Of course, my ideas are just one approach. You are the one physically seeing the room, so you will have a better idea of what works with the natural light, the headboard, the bedding and the carpet. I really like the bedding, BTW.

BD, I, too, would lean towards the taupe of the carpet/bedding for a contemporary, monochromatic, peaceful feeling for the bedroom. To provide contrast, assuming light taupe walls and carpet, my inclination would be espresso for the bedside tables.

If you don't care to use the accent colors from the print, I would remove it from the room. Not that all artwork/prints must exactly coordinate with room colors but it sounds as if you're not feeling that print.

Do either of you have any other colorful artwork? Another accessory or something that inspires you or him? Without getting too themey, something from his hobbies that might provide inspiration? You do need an accent color, IMHO.

Depending on your selected accent color, silver may work very well.

For fun, to repeat the h/b's chocolate brown, you might consider a chocolate, faux fur throw. In addition, does he have room for an inexpensive bench at the end of the bed, also covered in the chocolate brown?

WRT the curtain panels, if you're moving the bed there and staying contemporary, I'd probably go with the blinds alone for a clean look.

Industrial could work for your shelving, depending on your existing artwork and other accents. Have you considered a hybrid - say espresso shelving in an industrial frame?

Not sure what you mean by a pole??

Good Luck!

P.S. The first thing I would do is select my inspiration item and/or accent color(s) and go from there.

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Thanks BearCat49,
As much as I like the gray, I tend to agree that the taupe will allow for more peaceful room.

As for the artwork - it's not my favorite but I will have to make it work unless I find something else at a rock bottom price. I found it at a local thrift store and thought the colors would work.

Thanks for the idea of incorporating chocolate. I hear in decorating for a man it's best not to use as many accessories but I have found some natural colored items made of woods.
I hadn't considered not using panels at the windows so instead of the black faux leather curtains I purchased some panels similar to the comforter in hopes of less contrast for a more peaceful look - see, I'm learning.

As for the accent color because I will more than likely use the print I will also use the dark red or burgundy color but am I limited to using just the burgundy? Is there another color that I could use along with the burgundy like a blue?

Any time, BD - just my .02.

If you go with the panels, you might consider hanging them as "dummy" panels on either side of the windows b/c the blinds already provide light control.

OTOH, if you decide to pass on the panels, you might return them and use the **$ for a piece of artwork. Have you checked out the online options at art.com or artaissance, for example? Don't know your budget but art (from unframed prints to original works) is fairly inexpensive and anything's readily available.

Another option, if you forgo the panels, would be to upgrade the blinds - maybe to a taupe to continue the monochromatic, contemporary theme. Then, you could make a padded valance in your chocolate or espresso (or an accent color) to provide contrast and draw the eye up. My fave: chocolate.

No problem (IMHO) using 2 accent colors. Personally, I believe blue or turquoise would look terrific with your bedding.

Fun room, BD! Hope your son loves it -

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Thanks BearCat49,
I will keep you posted. After I pull it together I will post some pictures. In the meantime I will check out the sites you mentioned.

Have you finalized the paint color?

Looks like a fun project. I like your inspiration pic of the gray room and think you could pull that off quite well. Take a sham with you to the paint store so you can check chips against it.

Are you adding the taupe quilted coverlet also? Tell the paint clerk that you are covering the red wall and they can tint the primer for you. It will help with the coverage and color change.

Good Luck!

Beau's Rose,
It is hard when you get something in your head and you have to make adjustments. My daughter is helping me paint and she had her heart set on the gray in the picture. Like her I REALLY like the gray paint in the picture but I'm aiming for a cohesive look. My daughter says it should flow well because it's two neutrals. My plan is to go to the paint store on tomorrow and I guess the final decision will be made then. I wonder if the gray works so well in the picture because of all the white in the room and bed covers.

I am not adding the coverlet. I purchased the comforter, two champagne euro shams and two dark gray euro shams from the same Hotel Collection.

As for the red wall, this is not the room that the project is taking place it's the other darker room with the two windows. The red room is another - later project.

Before I head to the paint store any idea what color comes close to the color in the inspiration room? I know it's hard to tell because we're at the mercy of the monitors.

Just curious, what are your thoughts about the gray walls as an option? And If we did lean towards gray would you go as dark as the inspiration picture when you consider the picture of the bedding?

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Originally posted by BDenise:
Beau's Rose,
It is hard when you get something in your head and you have to make adjustments.

Before I head to the paint store any idea what color comes close to the color in the inspiration room? I know it's hard to tell because we're at the mercy of the monitors.

Just curious, what are your thoughts about the gray walls as an option? And If we did lean towards gray would you go as dark as the inspiration picture when you consider the picture of the bedding?

Well since you asked, I would most likely run with the gray color to give the room some depth and contrast.

There have been times that I tried to match a paint color to an article and not so successful. Yes it can be done...but one of my favorite projects was using a paint color not even in the duvet.

What paint brand do you use?

Have you used the chip it tool?

Here are the results with your duvet. Of course monitors/paint chips vary.

Another example. These results were matched very well with my fabric sample. However I painted SW 6479 Drizzle which gave a nice contrast to the fabric.

Factor in your son's tolerance for color and light also when choosing. Will he be OK with the depth of a darker paint color?

Some colors to check for a starting point.

SW 6254 Lazy Gray

SW 6255 Morning Fog

These 2 colors are on swatch #37 which also shows Tricorn Black. Don't forget to do sample boards first.

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Scroll down on this thread for the home office pic.

BM Chelsea Gray

http://ths.gardenweb.com/forum...sg0512113627988.html

I spoke with my son and he is open to try something different as he has beige paint in other areas of his condo. I REALLY appreciate the color options you posted and I will do a paint sample before buying the paint.

I will keep you posted. Thanks again.

Ah well, I like the grey walls, especially for a son's room.
I would ditch the silver lamp (sorry) and paint the other base and night tables in keeping with the headboard.
The painting will give a necesary pop of color but otherwise the grey/black combo looks mighty fine to me especially with that duvet. (but what do I know?)

Thanks arepo,
We're leaning towards the gray for something different. I agree, the silver lamp wont work so I'll use the other one in the picture. I'm not sure I'll use the painting either as I like turquoise with the bedding rather than burgundy it just seems fresher, more modern.

As you can tell I'm al over the place, but it will come together. Thanks for the help.