Colour Trend - Buttermilk

Rich and creamy BUTTERMILK tones will create a cosy yet neutral finish in both modern and traditional home interiors. This mouth watering colour choice will look fabulous alongside earthen and pastel colour tones as well as bold and funky hues to provide a stylish and functional base colour in your chosen room. The light and bright feel of this colour is perfect for smaller home interiors as it creates a sense of space and light whilst still maintaining a chic designer finish.

Colour Palette

For a refined and classic finish then partner buttermilk with cafe inspired colour tones such as chocolate, mocha, coffee and caramel for a sumptuously cosy finish that will look great in a wide range of home interiors. A more masculine take on this neutral colour choice can be achieved by partnering buttermilk with sleek black or charcoal hues for a more textural take on a traditional monochrome colour palette. If you prefer a more feminine interior design then marry buttermilk with soft pastel or sorbet tones such as peach, mint and coral or bold fuchsia, lime green or yellow for a more tropical inspired look.

Cushions

This neutral colour choice is a great base for your cushion selections as it can be partnered with a vast range of colour partners and patterns depending on your interior style. For a classically refined and elegant design then partner buttermilk with soft metallic gold in simple striped or chevron patterns for a neutral finish with a hint of glamour, you could also add some buttermilk and black striped cushions for a dash of designer flair. A delicate and feminine feel can be achieved with a display of floral or botanical themed cushions in buttermilk, lemon, lilac and green for a soft a refined feel that is perfect for living room and bedroom interiors.

Upholstery

Neutral upholstery is perfect for adding a sense of uplifting illumination to your chosen room and it can be easily accommodated into your existing home decor without the need for complete redecoration.  For a simple and traditional design then select a classic sofa or armchair and upholster in a plain buttermilk linen fabric with button detailing for a cosy country cottage look that goes well with natural golden oak framework. If you wish to create a more opulent statement in your chosen from then opt for a carved French style chaise lounge or occasional chair and upholster in a buttermilk and black or buttermilk and grey satin upholstery with a silver or gold leaf framework for added visual flamboyance.  Buttermilk and pastel blue striped linen can be used to update traditional oak dining chairs for a vintage, shabby chic style finish.

Accessories

The beauty of a neutral buttermilk painted backdrop means that you can select a wide variety of accessories to complete your interior look. For a natural and laid back interior style, opt for classic wooden photo frames, mirrors and ornaments that will compliment the cosy look of your buttermilk colour scheme. If you prefer a more contrasting visual finish then opt for deep black, bold red, purple or lime green accessories that will stand out against a neutral feature wall. Clear glass and gold gilded accessories will add a splash of classic glamour to your chosen room with vases, candle holders and ornamental bowls creating a sense of stylish illumination along a mantelpiece or sideboard area.

Furniture

Oak furniture is the perfect partner for buttermilk painted interiors as it will compliment the neutral undertones and create a cosy and inviting ambiance in your selected room.  Opt for a chunky dining table, coffee table, dresser or bed frame for a classic country cottage look.  Cream painted furniture will blend in well with a light and bright buttermilk backdrop but make sure the items feature accents of natural wood or contrasting metal handles so they stand out against the neutral interior walls. Gold leaf furniture items will create the ultimate feel of opulence in your chosen room and look particularly amazing in bedroom or dressing room interiors. Opt for French carved styles of furniture with floral detailing for a feminine renaissance style.

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