June 2012
Greetings!
My True Colour Expert Workshop in Toronto is happening right now and on the second day my participants always come back the second day and report that their house needs re-painting now that they know exactly which undertones they have and what works and doesn't work.
My next workshop is scheduled for Vancouver, October 3, 4 & 5, 2012 and is open for registration. Take advantage of the early bird discount which is a savings of $300, so register now!
My special article this month is How Espresso Brown Floors are like a Brand New Tux. Find out why... You'll find the link below.
Colourfully yours,
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How Espresso Brown Floors are like a Brand New Tux
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This past week when I posted the article "How to Choose the Right Colour Wood Flooring", I said that espresso brown floors are already dated (not to mention show every spec) as they belong with the brown trend and anyone who installs heavily grayed floors is also following a trend which will eventually pass as well.
Then I received some emails from readers, and one designer in particular who said, "I use dark flooring (not necessarily espresso) for many of my clients because I find it makes the furnishings and wall colours pop. We can then use lighter coloured area rugs. Darker colours show too much lint. I guess you can't win either way!"
This Designer said exactly what I've been meaning to write about for a while. Installing espresso brown flooring in an old house. . .
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About Maria
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 Maria Killam Colour & Design As a Designer and Colour Expert, Maria has a fresh take on contemporary and a passion for colour. She is known for creating warm, comfortable and inspired spaces for her clients.
She is also Founder and Editor of the blog, Colour Me Happy, which has been featured for 2 consecutive weeks and a total of 5 times in the Washington Post Blog Watch.
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