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Dark hallway paint ideas?

3 years ago

last modified: 3 years ago

Hi, does anyone have any suggestions of a paint colour for a dark hallway, stairs and landing to match oak doors, oak skirting and oak staircase.

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Sue
3 years ago
I have a similar dilemma,. My doors, frames and skirting are currently varnished wood. Would like to now paint as I think wood dominates. My hall is long and wide and uninspiring
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