"Homeowner Lee Braden and her husband chose HGTV Home by Sherwin-Williams' Potter's Shed for their DIY built-in bookshelf project, and the shade helps make the once-1990s-beige living room look unrecognizably luxe - like a library in their own home. Lee spent lots of time landing on the perfect green color. "I spent nine months mulling over color samples because I was obsessed with mimicking how an emerald stone reflects light - darker in the center and brighter towards the edges," she told Apartment Therapy."
"Lee's deliberation was worth it, as she wanted to choose the exact right shade. "I want people to feel as if they have stepped inside the jewel when they stand in the room," she said. Every detail makes this living room feel a little more luxe, starting with the paint. The takeaway here? Don't be afraid to go for bold when choosing a paint color - as with this living room makeover, it can dial up a space from good to great."
Vivid emerald-green paint on built-in bookshelves can transform a dated beige living room into a luxe, library-like space. Homeowner Lee Braden and her husband used HGTV Home by Sherwin-Williams' Potter's Shed for the built-ins, achieving a jewel-like effect. Lee spent nine months sampling colors to mimic an emerald's reflection — darker in the center and brighter toward the edges. The chosen shade creates depth and richness, making the room feel more luxurious. Every design detail reinforces the upscale feel, and bold paint choices can elevate a space from good to great.
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