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Painting woodwork in a dark hall

2 years ago

We live in an old traditional farmhouse, over the years we have made improvements & decorated. I have always been told it would be sacrilege to paint the wood work in the hall...but it is such a dark space... and I’m really tempted to paint the doors, surrounds & skirting boards but to leave the actual stair case as it is rather special... what are peoples thoughts...?

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kazzh
2 years ago
Without pictures of your hall, it is hard to voice a thought around a path forward to help you in this decision.
Karen Harley
Original Author
2 years ago
Eek, absolutely, new to posting on this site, not sure how I upload photos, must have missed that bit, will have a look & try again..🤦‍♀️
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Karen Harley
Original Author
2 years ago
Photos of Hall, light coming in from hall window half way up stairs. I am considering changing the carpet to one much lighter and it covering the whole floor to break up the wood....
arc3d
2 years ago
I think your idea is spot on. Paint everything except the staircase.
Sonia
2 years ago
I agree. All a bit too dark at the mo. Paint it white or taupe or something light, then a new stair carpet will transform it. Gorgeous hall.

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