Neutral Furnishings & Decor for the Home
Neutral colors are calm and sophisticated, and when used correctly in decorating, neutrals can also be warm and inviting. To help you incorporate a neutral color palette into your home, we’ve put together a collection of affordably priced neutral furnishings and decor that are easy on the eye and on the wallet.
All of these products are great stand-alone items or can work together to complete a room. And don't fret if even the regular items are a little too pricey for your budget right now, because we've listed even more frugally priced alternatives along with a searchable shopping link for each item!
Large, comfortable and full of sophisticated style, this neutral, velvet chair from World Market is both polished and practical. Textured fabrics like velvets, linens, burlaps and chenilles are great ways to add comfort and richness to neutral spaces. For another affordable alternative, try this velveted tufted chair from Pier One for only $199.
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Can't you just see yourself owning this dresser? More than a dozen mirrored panels say yes. Without adding a bit of color, mirrored surfaces are a great way to add movement and zing to a neutral room, and the softly brushed tones of this chest will provide extra storage while fitting easily into any neutral space. Affordably priced for $499 at Pier One; however, you can spend a little less and score this mirrored piece from World Market for only $269.
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Darker colors underfoot help ground a room, and this two-toned classically styled rug from the Home Decorator's collection will add a bit of contemporary pattern to a neutral space without drawing attention away from more softly-stated pieces. These rugs are affordably priced, starting at $69, but for an even more frugal alternative, see this rug at IKEA.
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This gorgeous weathered-wood mirror from Joss & Main doesn't scream for attention but would add amazing warmth and texture to any neutral space and is available for a steal at only $133. If you are the handy type, you could easily DIY your own for practically pennies, or check out IKEA's natural wood Stockholm mirror for only $99.
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This beautiful herringbone tiled lamp from West Elm will add a touch of elegance to any neutral space, and the linen shade will emit a soft, warm light to even the darkest night. This lamp is mid-range priced at $179, but take a look at this low-budget turned wood alternative at Target for only $25.
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One of the easiest and cheapest ways to update a room and add a neutral is through wall color, like this "Amazing Gray" (SW7044) from Sherwin Williams. For a fresh, modern look, look for warm grays or soft whites without a lot of blue, green or pink undertones. (If you have trouble distinguishing undertones, ask a color savvy friend.) To save money, look for "oops" paint or go with a flat paint for low-traffic areas. For a calm, sophisticated look, paint the ceiling and moldings all the same color. For more on choosing colors and using paints, see our articles.
All of these products are great stand-alone items or can work together to complete a room. And don't fret if even the regular items are a little too pricey for your budget right now, because we've listed even more frugally priced alternatives along with a searchable shopping link for each item!
Velveted Chair
Large, comfortable and full of sophisticated style, this neutral, velvet chair from World Market is both polished and practical. Textured fabrics like velvets, linens, burlaps and chenilles are great ways to add comfort and richness to neutral spaces. For another affordable alternative, try this velveted tufted chair from Pier One for only $199.
Shop Side ChairsMore »
Mirrored Chest
Can't you just see yourself owning this dresser? More than a dozen mirrored panels say yes. Without adding a bit of color, mirrored surfaces are a great way to add movement and zing to a neutral room, and the softly brushed tones of this chest will provide extra storage while fitting easily into any neutral space. Affordably priced for $499 at Pier One; however, you can spend a little less and score this mirrored piece from World Market for only $269.
Shop Mirrored ChestsMore »
Modern Rug
Darker colors underfoot help ground a room, and this two-toned classically styled rug from the Home Decorator's collection will add a bit of contemporary pattern to a neutral space without drawing attention away from more softly-stated pieces. These rugs are affordably priced, starting at $69, but for an even more frugal alternative, see this rug at IKEA.
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Weathered Wood Mirror
This gorgeous weathered-wood mirror from Joss & Main doesn't scream for attention but would add amazing warmth and texture to any neutral space and is available for a steal at only $133. If you are the handy type, you could easily DIY your own for practically pennies, or check out IKEA's natural wood Stockholm mirror for only $99.
Shop Wall MirrorsMore »
Tiled Lamp
This beautiful herringbone tiled lamp from West Elm will add a touch of elegance to any neutral space, and the linen shade will emit a soft, warm light to even the darkest night. This lamp is mid-range priced at $179, but take a look at this low-budget turned wood alternative at Target for only $25.
Shop LampsMore »
Wall Paint
One of the easiest and cheapest ways to update a room and add a neutral is through wall color, like this "Amazing Gray" (SW7044) from Sherwin Williams. For a fresh, modern look, look for warm grays or soft whites without a lot of blue, green or pink undertones. (If you have trouble distinguishing undertones, ask a color savvy friend.) To save money, look for "oops" paint or go with a flat paint for low-traffic areas. For a calm, sophisticated look, paint the ceiling and moldings all the same color. For more on choosing colors and using paints, see our articles.
