Colour and Design Blog

From The Office to Your Office!

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Ever wanted to look off into the camera as something ridiculous happens? Well now you can be one step closer. Benjamin Moore's Deer Field is the beige to really capture that monotone office feel. Deer Field (1159) Note: for special occasions, bland signs and monochromatic balloons match very well with this colour! Perfect for awkward office parties and one-on-one interviews.

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Mad Men's Joan Holloway Inspiration: Claret Rose

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Joan is one of (in my personal views) the best characters to appear on Mad Men. Joan is powerful yet soft, and her living area is painted to match. The Benjamin Moore colour Claret Rose is very close to the red in her home and adds a touch of 'Joan' to any space. Claret Rose (2008-20) Call us at (905)-257-2061 to place your curbside pickup today!

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You keep asking........so I'm answering!

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Hello everyone! I thought I would appeal to those with curious minds and make a post that covers the questions I get asked the most. If you are one of those that have questions, maybe I can clarify some of them here for you. How high should I hang my light fixture above my dining table? The correct height should be 36" from the table top to the bottom of your fixture. The light fixture is a detail that shouldn't be ignored. Getting it at the perfect height will make it a conversation piece and create ambiance rather than give...

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Benjamin Moore Calming Blue: Woodlawn Blue

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Alyssa wanted to share one of Benjamin Moore's most timeless blues this #StaffPickMonday, Woodlawn Blue! It is a beautiful blue perfect for any living space, and looks amazing with a soft white trim and built-ins! Photo by Arch Studio Photo by The Orpin Design Group

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Monica's Apartment

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The most iconic apartment from one of the most treasured shows to air: Friends. Monica's apartment has a crazy colour palette with lots of purples, teals and browns. Everyone recognizes the rich purple, but there's also a vivid teal featured in the kitchen! Close Benjamin Moore colours can be Purple Heart (1406) and Avalon Teal (CSP-645). Create the look for yourself and all your pals. Purple Heart 1406 Avalon Teal CSP-645 FRIENDS -- Pictured: Set of Monica Geller's apartment in "Friends" (Photo by Gary Null/NBC/NBCU Photo Bank via Getty Images)

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