monochrome.....

[lilypoppyfre]

since the children have left home, I have now have a library....

a wall has top to bottom shelves. The carpet is a plain rusty /brick colour

which I do not wish to change. I would like to paper the other walls with a

monochrome design. Which colour would look OK for the (high ) ceiling ?

Ideas from ABs would be most welcome.

[Mosaic]

I'd go for a plain white. The colours of the books' spines will provide plenty of additional interest.

[spudqueen]

I think I would go with a cream or antique white colour. White can be a little too stark sometimes, whilst a cream or off white colour has a little more warmth.

[lilypoppyfre]

thank you mosaic and spudqueen.....the colour at the moment is aqua blue as the previous occupant wanted to see the sky.......I bought the paper yesterday ( a French design of minimalist blooms drawn in a very pale black (yes, it is possible...) and the whole effect is very pleasant....after a OMG when you first open the door......but your answers were very much what I was attracted to at the beginning....so I'll things as they are for the moment and we shall see.....many thanks for your input