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A N D B E Y O N D

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Style  &  Color  Trends  

Color  Trends  Today  61  

Colors are growing everywhere, thanks to the use of painted cabinets to fit with the

Trend away from bright whites to creamy whites Trend away from heavy distressing

Matte finish increasing

Color  Trends  62  

More painted finishes Soft earth tones are

dominating: Earthy greens Chiffon yellows Deep blues Browns Reds Black Gray-Many shades

Stains and Opaques (New Black)  

Neutrals  63  

Neutral palettes are prevalent, not just off-white & beige

Texture & surface interest are key

Neutrals with just a hint of color

Gold Flesh Lavender Blue Green Raisin

Neutrals  64  

Taupe and Gray