topic Re: All White in Home

All White

wilma — Sun, 24 May 2020 15:24:16 GMT

Well, fellow readers and posters, we are about out of colors to discuss. How about all white? Do you like all white rooms?

I could probably live with a white bathroom, kitchen, or sunroom, but I would definitely add some pops of color in towels & accessories. The chore in keeping white clean is a major drawback for me.

Here a few white rooms from the Internet. The first 2 two I could adapt by adding some colorful items and accessories. The last 2 are just too white for me.

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Still Raining — Sun, 24 May 2020 15:39:27 GMT

Fur babies can fix the all white coverings problem. Or grandkids.

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Somertime — Sun, 24 May 2020 15:41:32 GMT

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hopi — Sun, 24 May 2020 15:44:47 GMT

Love an all white room with tonal whites.

The first room is perfect.

Others are a tad too bright white might need sun glasses.

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wilma — Sun, 24 May 2020 15:50:59 GMT

@Somertime wrote:

@Somertime

Thanks for posting a photo. Is this your home? Looks very nice, relaxing, and comfy. I like how you added accessories in other colors.

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eddyandme — Sun, 24 May 2020 15:51:31 GMT

Just not comfortable in an all white room.

My furbaby, Eddy, a black Amstaff/Cocker, would soon resolve my white-room syndrome problem though!

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Somertime — Sun, 24 May 2020 16:14:11 GMT

@wilma Yes, it is. I love white and I love flowers, too. I use flowers to add color. I am surrounded by trees and vines and lots of greenery outside which reflects through the windows for added color. This room faces north so the light is perfect, not sharp or glaring. I have two large skylights as well. Not everyone's cup of tea but perfect for me. Children were raised in this home as well as pets.

Thank you for your kind comments!

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SXMGirl — Sun, 24 May 2020 16:23:40 GMT

@Somertime I love your room!

@wilma I like the all-white rooms, as I find them very peaceful, but they would never work in my home.

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DesertPony — Sun, 24 May 2020 16:27:19 GMT

Love the kitchen but would definitely add some color...my Fiestaware in multi colors would look great in the cabinets and some cobalt blue glass items would make it very workable for me...all very nice and something for all tastes...

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Kitlynn — Sun, 24 May 2020 16:29:24 GMT

It is just to bland and boring for my taste. I like to see colors in a room that just make you smile and want to come in and sit a while.

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Leggett28 — Sun, 24 May 2020 16:30:01 GMT

I really like the first picture. The two green ferns look gorgeous.

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J Town Girl — Sun, 24 May 2020 16:58:31 GMT

The first picture shows a really pretty room. I could live with that. The kitchen is nice but it needs some color to bring it to life. I would add red accessories to go with the red knobs on the range.

The last two rooms would not work if you had kids, pets or a husband. My husband would be afraid to enter either of those rooms. They are done with such complete perfection that you would be uncomfortable in them.

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spiderw — Sun, 24 May 2020 17:06:14 GMT

I like the first room but not as a living room, more like a sun room. The kitchen and bedroom have appeal. However, with color added whether it be wall color, decor, would bring so much more appeal to these rooms in my opinion.

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Tadaki — Sun, 24 May 2020 17:08:22 GMT

Love the kitchen!

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Sooner — Sun, 24 May 2020 17:14:57 GMT

I love those white rooms! I would prefer it with off white/cream and white but it's fine as is.

To me a monotone room can be very very relaxing. You make it interesting and warm with a variety of tones, textures and styles. There are many shades of white! Many of cream and ivory too!

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stevieb — Sun, 24 May 2020 17:17:41 GMT

I love all white room, well, some of them, but have never done one myself. Have wondered if I'd tire of it quickly, but perhaps I wouldn't. I think they can be very classic and elegant. Done well, I don't miss color, but it would seem few are done that well.

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Vivian — Sun, 24 May 2020 17:22:10 GMT

All white rooms do look clean but they're boring. Most people want a bit of color in their rooms. A white background is fine but there needs to be an addition of color. Otherwise, the house can look like the ER.

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Spurt — Sun, 24 May 2020 20:31:50 GMT

There are some "staged" rooms that look very nice in white, BUT they just arent practicable....Even with scotchguard----I'd like to see the rooms after a month of normal every day living and use...... especially with pets and/or kids.....

I love the first one....that sunroom looks relaxing, cool, comfortable and crisp....but again, maybe not practical...

And that retro kitchen would be cute with some added bits of color.....but it looks a bit blah right now...

Dont care for the other sitting room --- too modern for me, and the bedroom is really dull and boring without any color even some pastels would be a nice touch

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jeanlake — Sun, 24 May 2020 20:43:12 GMT

It is serene. Thank you for your post.

Missing Lola's posts -- come back to us when you're ready.

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sceniccoast — Sun, 24 May 2020 22:26:47 GMT

@wilma

I agree with you on the first 2 photos. A pop of color here & there would complete the rooms. Cushions or throw pillows would be a good place to start.

The 2nd 2 photos - NOPE.

It is difficult to keep all white clean, especially with our 3 pets ... and, umm, a messy hubby