There are many ways to improve the look of your home, from new furniture and accessories to a fresh splash of paint, but one of the most affordable ways is buying wall art from places like Fotoviva Art Prints. As an online supplier of wall prints they offer a wide selection of professional photographic imagery in a range of print styles to suit your interior decor.

Canvas prints are a wonderful style of print that fits in nicely with most decoration, being ready to hang and affordable, even with large canvas art. The split panel style of canvas (also known as triptych canvas) is the most visually appealing and creates a focal point for any room. Most images suit canvases but make sure the picture will suit being split across three canvas panels before ordering a triptych print.

For more contemporary homes an acrylic print may be more suitable. These are modern looking pieces of print and create a high gloss finish that makes the photo vivid and almost like a 3D image. The acrylic panels reflect light and the image appears to float within the acrylic art. Interior designers are really into this type of wall art and with Fotoviva Art Prints you too can have this new style print for your home.

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Many people would love to change the paint color of their walls, but they are intimidated by all the color choices and are afraid of making a mistake. Those people that have black furniture often find it especially challenging to pick paint colors. However, black is actually a smart choice for furniture, because it will work with every single wall color. In addition, black furniture is chic, yet timeless, and adds a subtle sense of drama to any space. The final color choice will depend on both personal preference and the choice of design style. For professional advice, the painting contractor may be able to recommend some paint colors that will blend well with the room’s decor.

Different colors, shades, tones and intensities of a color will play a role in the vibe of the room, since each will produce an original effect. People that are overwhelmed by the prospect of picking a color can hire a professional contractor to not only paint the walls, but provide valuable guidance in selecting the best shades and tones. A professional painter with extensive experience will be an invaluable asset for any room redecorating project.

White is actually a very smart color choice to pair with black furniture. While some people may find it too safe, or even boring, a black and white room will produce a modern, urban vibe. It is anything but dull when mixed with vibrant pops of color. In fact, the combination provides a blank canvas for the rest of the room. For instance, colorful paintings, pillows and area rugs, in primary colors like red, blue, green and yellow, will be the feature of the room, when paired with white walls and black furniture. One single color, such as red, can be used or a combination of colors, in the same tone. In addition, it is easy to restyle the look with the change of seasons or when the mood strikes, simply by modifying the accessories. Read the rest of this entry »