Hartford Courant (Sunday)

Citrus colors add warmth, energy to any space

- By Cathy Hobbs Tribune News Service

There’s lemon and lime as well as orange. So-called citrus colors can add warmth and energy to nearly any space.

Often, they will help instantly brighten and lighten, and can even help to mimic sunshine in dark spaces.

Not sure how to introduce citrus colors into your home? Here are some top tips.

Use yellow and yellowbase­d tones

in spaces that receive little to no light. These colors can help mimic sunshine.

Do mix citrus colors in the same space.

Lemon and lime for example can be a fresh, clean color combinatio­n.

Pair citrus colors with

colors with deep undertones such as black and charcoal to create an element of luxury.

Use citrus as accent colors such as pillows, throws and accessorie­s.

Consider using citrus colors

in spaces where you want to create a sense of warmth and coziness.

Use tints, tones and shades

of citrus if looking to create a more monochroma­tic color scheme.

Use pops of citrus colors to add energy and interest to neutral spaces.

Bring citrus colors in unexpected ways such as artwork and textiles.

Blend citrus colors together in spaces where you want to create a sense of whimsy such as a children’s bedroom or familyfrie­ndly space.

Don’t be afraid to incorporat­e citrus colors in various parts of your home from kid spaces to living rooms.

 ?? SCOTT GABRIEL MORRIS ?? Pops of citrus, namely orange, is used as an accent in this mostly monochroma­tic living space.
SCOTT GABRIEL MORRIS Pops of citrus, namely orange, is used as an accent in this mostly monochroma­tic living space.

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