Holding up two swatches, my mother asked: should a living room be painted light or dark? Oh, what a question. On the one hand, dark colors are deep, rich, and immediately set the tone for the space.

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“It’s a conversation starter!” Read on for six tips (that are anything but dreary) on how to successfully incorporate dark accents into your living room. Jess Weeth, the founder of the ...