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How to Paint and Decorate a Home Office

Whether working from home is an option or a necessity, an appealing office space will make your tasks more enjoyable. Red Star Paint & Decorating Center can help you lay the foundation of excellent office décor with premium paint and window treatment options.

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Choosing Home Office Paint Colors

The color palette for your home office will set the tone. Soft shades of blue, gray, and green are relaxing, while brighter hues, like orange and yellow, inspire creativity and increase energy. If you prefer darker colors, we suggest navy or charcoal instead of black, which can be overpowering even in a large home office. A tri-color palette that follows the 60-30-20 rule will always provide an appealing result. Choose a primary color to cover three walls, a contrasting color for an accent wall, and a neutral shade for the ceiling and trim.

Professional and Personable Furniture and Accents

Your desk is the powerhouse of your workspace, so choose one that fits your needs for size and accessible storage. If you welcome clients to your home office, provide two comfortable chairs that match the overall room design. An area rug adds personality and texture, but selecting a complementary size is vital. If your rug is too large or too small, it will give your office an unintentional, unpolished appearance.

Adding personal touches to your office space will make it feel more welcoming. Create a gallery wall with your favorite art or photos. You can also display unique pottery, vases, and other items with interesting backstories. Be mindful not to overdo the decorative accessories to avoid visual chaos that can make it difficult to focus on your work.

Upscale Home Office Window Treatments

Blinds

Window blinds are a quintessential element of a polished home office. Parkland® Wood Blinds offer sophistication and warmth with outstanding light control and privacy. A spectrum of paint and stain colors effortlessly incorporates into any home office aesthetic. Cordless operation eliminates the visual clutter of unattractive cords.

Roman Shades

Vignette® Roman Shades soften a space with elegantly tailored folds. Choose from 25 colors and fabrics in sheer, light-filter, and room-darkening opacities. Elevate the look of your space with fabrics from the exclusive Alustra® Collection. The top-down/bottom-up design lets you preserve privacy while allowing natural light into your home office. For a more traditional appearance, consider Duolite® to enjoy an opaque liner and sheer front shade.

Office Decorating Ideas Near Montclair, NJ

Partner with Red Star Paint & Decorating Center to create a home office that energizes and inspires you to take on whatever the day may bring. We’ve been a fixture in the community since 1995, and are your premier resource for Benjamin Moore paint, Hunter Douglas window treatments, and professional-grade painting tools.

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Please stop by our store at 420 Bloomfield Ave to browse our comprehensive selection, or contact us online. Red Star Paint & Decorating Center proudly serves Montclair, Glen Ridge, Livingston, Bloomfield, NJ, and the surrounding areas.

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