"For a red-on-red library, I chose a vibrant Chinese red in high gloss and painted the walls about six times, to get real depth. Then I used a slightly
... more"For a red-on-red library, I chose a vibrant Chinese red in high gloss and painted the walls about six times, to get real depth. Then I used a slightly browner red on the moldings to create a shadow line and add a little contrast. The combination is bold and intense, but oddly enough it's a very relaxing room. The red just pulls you in." -William Eubanks
Sherwin-Williams Heartthrob SW 6866; Tanager SW 6601
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