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Emily Moorman

Designers Say These Are the Best Colors to Drench Your Room In — For Rooms That Feel "Immersive, Moody, and Transportive"

A living room with blue color-drenched walls, a large wooden cabinet with vintage decor, and a matching wooden wall unit above, with styled decor and books. .

Painting your walls and ceilings the same color has proven itself to be far more than a fleeting trend — it's safe to say, in the world of interior decorating, color drenching is here to stay. Its impact on a room is undeniable; "What I like about drenching is that it makes the whole space feel much more considered and cohesive," says designer Filippo Calvagno.

And it doesn't just make physically painting the space easier, either. "It also softens the room, especially at the junctions, which makes it feel calmer and often a bit bigger without actually changing anything," adds Filippo. That said, the color you choose makes a big difference. Have you ever wondered which is the best color to drench your room in?

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