Mixing metals can be even more impactful than matching.
These expert tips will help you find a winning combination.
There’s no rule that says every finish in your home has to match.
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In fact, it’s often better if they don’t.
Select One Metal as Your Primary Finish
A hierarchy of finishes is the key to success, McLeod says.
A room where metal finishes are split 50/50, or in perfect thirds, can feel chaotic and unfocused.
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Start with a metal that reflects the overall aesthetic of the room.
Choose complementary metals for accents.
Matte black is fairly neutral.
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Vary the finish as well as the metal throw in.
Contrasting soft with shiny adds more distinction and depth.
For silver-tone finishes, McLeod prefers nickel over chrome, because its warm undertone harmonizes better with brass finishes.
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Distribute the metals throughout the room.
Go with what you love.
“Don’t be afraid of your own taste and style,” McLeod says.
