Go Bold! Go Black! Create Your Own Black Living Room Set
Black Living Room Set Ideas for Every Apartment: A black theme in the living room! Omg! That’s very difficult to imagine. But do you know 30% of our readers enquire if they can design a black living room set?
I asked a few designers about the recent craze with black decor. They said that black decor has always been on money. Meanwhile, I noticed multiple common black elements in our living rooms.
So, why can’t we put up a black living room set? Of course, we won’t paint our walls black. But there are a million other ways to paint our room black.
Here, many readers will sync the black theme with darkness and intensity. But black can also be the most chic decor theme ever. Firstly, there are many easy props for designing black decor themes. Secondly, each black element adds a dramatic statement to your room.
So, let’s check out what a black living room set would be like.
Go bold or choose a black accent for your room.
I can list ‘n’ several black living room furniture ideas. But a single black prop can’t define a black living room set. But here’s the catch. A single black accent wall can do that.
Now you have to choose. You may go with a dramatic black theme. It may have 30 to 40% black shades with contrasts. Or you may opt for a minimalist black living room set, where a single black sofa or TV cabinet will define the room.
Let’s start with small and cozy living room ideas.
Some people think that black living rooms may be intimidating. But that’s not how it works. You can also add a black edge to a living room to uplift it. Here are some soft tricks and small ideas to set up your black living room set:
- Add a black accent wall with the same print or contrasting hues with contemporary colors on the rest of the walls
- Use black slate on the walls and complement it with shady white rugs and beige or white furniture.
- Add a picture canvas wall to your living room, where you’ll hang white photo frames on a black wall or vice versa.
Wanna Go Bold with Black?
If you’re feeling like it, what’s stopping you from going bold? Here are some tips for an all-black living room. Start with painting the walls black. Do the same with the ceiling as well. Bingo! Now, you have a monochromatic black hue all around your room.
Now, you need to create a contrast. That’ll come from the plush faded-white rug. Meanwhile, your theme decor starts now.
- Add two black accent armchairs to the room, placed diagonally.
- Around the room’s bay windows, I’ll add a wingback chair for that urbane and contemporary look.
- Next, add vines and other greenery to the TV cabinet, walls, and ceiling, if possible.
- Finish off with gold accent lights. I’d prefer hanging lamp shades and flat LEDs(x2) on the two shorter walls of the room.
- One of the lights will be warm white and the other warm gold.
When you put on the warm white, it’ll reflect on the white rug. Hence, it will contrast white hues and absorbent black walls. Meanwhile, the warm yellow/gold will play out differently.
It will illuminate the black walls and ceiling. And you’ll get a mystic charm all around the room. If you have a large room (at least 20×16/18), the light can disperse nicely, creating striking hues.
Is your room Small?
I never meant you can only have a black living room set in bigger rooms. Bold black decor can be suitable for your small living room ideas, too.
Black walls look blurry around the edges and the super built area. Hence, your room will look bigger than it is. People may think there is more space beyond the edges.
Planning my Ideal Black Living Room Set
Recently, Pinterest got me hooked on a unique chic black sofa. Now, that’s normal. You will come across classic leather or faux black sofas or slate black jute rug sofas in any apartment. But what got me in the game was a Pinterest mood board of black and gold handwoven rugs.
Well, I started by exploring the idea in detail. In the meantime, I dreamed of what a classic black living room set would look like. And now you are here as well.
So, let me share raw decor ideas about black living room sets. Firstly, let me tell you- I’ve focused on an interplay of LED lights and dark paint hues. Secondly, I’ll also use my furniture as the centerpiece of the decor.
A black Sofa to Begin With
I selected a charcoal black L-shaped lounge sofa. It will sit diagonally, hugging a corner of the room. This is one statement piece that I surely want in my room. To complement the sofa, there are six cushions on it. Their colors are:
- White x2
- Tan x2
- Black x2
Complementing the Sofa
You may want to complement the sofas with contrasting colors. Here’s my take. I will place a rattan-woven coffee table (circular) in front of the couch. I will also put a similar ottoman in the room corner, near the sofa.
The ottoman upholstery will be the same color.
The rest of the decor
I prefer ambitious, eclectic decor for the rest of my room. To make my room feel so, I’ll choose white walls. Surprised?
The Wall
Well, the walls of a black living room set can also be white. Many don’t approve of the same. But my bet is a niche white wall with a rose gold tint.
I want an accent wall, too. On that wall, there will be a mono-printed wall sticker. For example, the accent wall can have black flying bird logos. I also prefer the accent wall to have the entrance door. Regarding that, I want black net curtains for the entrance.
Windows
I’ve always preferred bamboo shades for my windows. It semi-filters the lights. But there will be roller shades behind them. And it will be charcoal black. So, the window will present a pleasant contrast of bamboo and black.
Let me remind you that these are the front windows. So, the bamboo screen will mostly remain piled up.
Other furniture
The additional furniture in the room includes two chairs and an essential store ottoman. I need two black rattan chairs at the other end of the room. The ottoman should be black, too. Meanwhile, there will be a jet-black TV cabinet hanging on the wall. However, the TV will be wall-mounted and black, of course.
The TV cabinet attached to the wall will be sleek and black. T will have TV accessories, keys, chargers, and a small green vine.
The last and my favorite part of the room is the rug. It is a 9×6 rug that covers the space in front of the sofa. The terracotta texture remains as usual. But the whole rug is based on black. And the hand-woven stitches of bright gold threads.
I may end my decor here. My black living room set is complete already. But you may place an occasional picture frame or two on the walls. But choose bold frames like a sunrise with mountains. You can choose colors like magenta, yellow, beige, and black frames for the white wall.
Other than black, I prefer the beige theme for my living room. Comment below if you want articles on a beige living room set.
Cost of a black living room set
Well, I have always preferred the minimalist ideas for my room. So, my black living room set will not incur sky-high expenses. I’ll start with the wall paints. I’ll buy 1 gallon for under $100. Then I’ll buy a classic faux or jute rug sofa. It will cost under $500.
After that, I’ll focus on the TV cabinet. I’ll buy a basic wall-hanging cabinet for $50 from Amazon. And lastly, you can buy the TV for under $500. Meanwhile, I must buy the rattan coffee table (Under $50), two chairs ($30 each), and a rattan ottoman ($25).
The final icing on the cake is the rug. Now I’ll have to order a custom one if I don’t get what I want. Considering that, the carpet will cost at least $100 but no more than $250.
A premium vs. Budget black living room set
A budget black living room must focus on wall design and wall textures only. You can now design walls as you want, with accent, print, and shaded wallpaper. A budget wallpaper roll costs between $10 and $50.
You can add simple portraits to create a premium feel in your room. A basic 4×6 portrait costs anywhere between $5 to $30 on Amazon.
Lastly, go with a black velvety sofa. A contemporary loveseat sofa will cost you less than $120. You can also take a sneak peek into the thrift stores. You may find a good deal under $100 there.
In comparison, a premium black living room can have way more elements. I’ll start with a classic black/grey egg chair. It may be the epitome of premium decor in your room. You can also add a gloss black coffee table and cover the walls with accent black velvet padding.
In conclusion, black furniture decor for a premium room will cost you $2000 to $5000 approximately. If you need more details on premium black living room decor, ping me in the comments.
Check out if Black Suits You
I know the market for black room decor is quite limited. But that’s the thing about it. People who use them to adorn their living rooms craft their choices carefully.
I prefer minimalist living room ideas. But you may like an ombre or boho effect with black in your living room. If you like my classic ideas, ping me with your comments below.
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