topic Re: Yellow Built Ins in Home

Yellow Built Ins

lolakimono — Fri, 25 Dec 2020 14:18:29 GMT

Do you prefer when the built ins are the same color as the walls, or a contrasting color?

Re: Yellow Built Ins

lolakimono — Fri, 25 Dec 2020 14:19:01 GMT

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Eileen in Virginia — Fri, 25 Dec 2020 14:24:57 GMT

I prefer some contrast, but I really don't like that color palette. The yellow's more like a yellow-orange that's way too bright, especially early in the morning.

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Foxxee — Fri, 25 Dec 2020 15:42:36 GMT

I prefer white, same color as the baseboards, window and door frames, or stained wood.

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Desertdi — Fri, 25 Dec 2020 14:28:32 GMT

I decorate ONLY in colors that flatter me. Eggyolk yellow isn't one of them.

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demanda — Fri, 25 Dec 2020 14:29:16 GMT

I like these built-ins (design) but personally I would like contrast.

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GenXmuse — Fri, 25 Dec 2020 15:22:19 GMT

I love the color myself but I do wonder what it would look like in a contrasting color. I would love having all those built-ins! My accent wall is about that shade.

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Meowingkitty — Fri, 25 Dec 2020 15:23:03 GMT

Not a fan of anything yellow. Big bird yellow or otherwise.

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kaydee50 — Fri, 25 Dec 2020 15:42:44 GMT

I love built ins. Would definitely be a plus for me in any home purchase if done right. I think I'd prefer a contrasting color.

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jubilant — Fri, 25 Dec 2020 16:00:16 GMT

I prefer a contrasting color.

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Still Raining — Fri, 25 Dec 2020 16:34:55 GMT

Not a fan of the yellow, but I do like the lack of contrast for these smaller rooms. More restful.

Those wall lamps in the dining are asking for it though. Too low.

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wagirl — Fri, 25 Dec 2020 17:05:05 GMT

way too yellow---maybe in a softer, buttercream shade------

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BlueFinch — Fri, 25 Dec 2020 17:13:02 GMT

I'm surprised that I like this room, since these are not my colors. It has happy vibes.

It's a small room, so if the built in was a different color, it might box in the room more.

Re: Yellow Built Ins

Twoaces — Fri, 25 Dec 2020 17:18:21 GMT

I agree with you, BlueFinch. With the many other colors and accents present, monochrome treatment of the walls and built-ins seems the right way to go. And, I find this to be a very happy space! It would be a nice way to go in my sunroom.

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mspatmac — Fri, 25 Dec 2020 17:55:56 GMT

It depends on the size of the room and how many built ins. This room is small so I think it works better with no contrast, BUT the color is not pleasing to me. A lighter softer color like a buttercream to stay in the yellow spectrum

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Desert Lily — Fri, 25 Dec 2020 19:22:27 GMT

IMO this yellow is too bright to cover so much area in the room. It doesn't draw me in. If the owner or decorator wanted to keep that color all over, I would tone it down by eliminating that window covering and most of the furnishings. Instead, I'd use mostly ivory in the furnishings & floor covering, and perhaps I'd use some pale sage green accents to also aid in lessening the harsh effect of the bright yellow. A large green plant in an ivory pot in the corner might help.

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sceniccoast — Fri, 25 Dec 2020 22:38:45 GMT

@lolakimono

It's nice, bright & cheerful. I'd probably opt for a neutral color for the built-ins for more interest.

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DiAnne — Fri, 25 Dec 2020 22:53:26 GMT

I like it. I love yellow and red together.

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spiderw — Sat, 26 Dec 2020 01:07:02 GMT

Love the built ins but not the yellow color and would definitely prefer a contrast. In fact I wouldn't have that wall color at all.

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Queen of shop — Sat, 26 Dec 2020 03:26:39 GMT

I like it. Very cheerful.