Weight Watchers Stuffed Chicken Parmesan

Weight Watchers Stuffed Chicken Parmesan

This tasty Chicken Parmesan is just 6 Smart Points per portion on Weight Watchers Blue plan, Green plan and Freestyle plan. It is 9 SmartPoints per portion on the Green plan.

If you follow the WW Personal Points plan you can find out how many Personal Points this recipe will be for you & track it in your WW App by clicking on the blue button in recipe card below!

Succulent chicken breasts covered in crunchy golden breadcrumbs with a tangy tomato sauce and topped with melted golden and bubbly cheese! Yum!

This has got to be one of my favourite Weight Watchers chicken recipes! It is tasty, easy to make and can be served to your non Weight Watcher friends and family without them ever knowing you are feeding them a WW friendly dish! Result!

I've eaten this Chicken Parmesan quite a few times whilst following the Weight Watchers plan and I must say it really is one of my favourite dishes.

I toss the chicken in seasoned breadcrumbs then lightly pan fry it to seal it and to brown the breadcrumbs to a golden crispiness.

It would be possible to save Smart Points by browning the breaded chicken breasts in the oven instead of frying them.

However, I find by frying them in a little oil first, the chicken is sealed and therefore doesn't dry out when cooking later. You get a lovely succulent chicken this way!

The chicken breasts are then placed on a 'bed' of Marinara sauce (or pasta sauce or tomato sauce) and topped with cheese and baked.

What is Chicken Parmesan?

So, Chicken Parmesan is a dish that seems to have originated in the US and consists of breaded chicken breast covered in tomato sauce and topped with cheese (usually mozzarella, parmesan and provolone).

It & variations of it are also know as Chicken Parmigiana, chicken parm and in Australia as just parmy or parma!

It is sometimes served on top of pasta, or with a side salad. I tend to serve it with a side of spiralized zucchini / courgette.

What Breadcrumbs should I use?

I used 40g of fresh breadcrumbs for this recipe for a total of 2 Points.

If you use dried breadcrumbs or panko breadcrumbs you may need to alter the Point values accordingly.

What Marinara Sauce should I use?

I usually use homemade marinara sauce for this dish but I have also used shop brought pasta sauce.

It's really up to you what you use!

Both are good .... but this Easy Marinara Sauce  is really very good and what is more it is zero Smart Points!

If you use shop brought Marinara Sauce (or another tomato based sauce) the Smart Points for this dish may be higher. You will need to check the nutritional information for the sauce that you are using and adjust the points accordingly.

Which Cheese should I use?

I make this dish with mini babybel light but I've also made it occasionally with light mozzarella. However, as light mozzarella can be quite difficult to find, I have given you the choice! Both are good!

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How to prepare the parmesan chicken cutlets

• Place the chicken breasts in a freezer bag and use the smooth side of a meat mallet or a rolling pin to pound them until they are approx ½ inch thick (picture 1).
• Pounding the chicken ensures that it cooks uniformly. If you don't do this you may find that once cooked one end of the chicken is dry and tough whilst the fatter end of the chicken is still raw in the middle! You really don't want that!
• Get sorted before you begin! Place the flour on a plate and season well with salt and pepper. Mix the breadcrumbs and half of the parmesan cheese on a separate plate. Whisk the egg and pour it into a shallow dish (picture 2).
• Dip the chicken breast in the seasoned flour so that all sides are lightly coated in a thin layer of flour (picture 3).
• Shake off any excess.
• Place the floured chicken breast in the whisked egg and then turn so that both sides are covered in egg (picture 4)

• Hold the chicken breast over the bowl so that any excess egg drips back into the bowl.
• Place on the plate of breadcrumbs (picture 5)
• Carefully turn the chicken so that all sides are covered with the breadcrumb/parmesan mixture (picture 6)
• You may have a little egg and breadcrumb mixture left over but that will depends on the size of the chicken breasts you are using (picture 8)

• Place the breaded chicken breasts on a plate and set aside for 15 minutes.
• Heat the oil in a good quality non stick frying pan / skillet. I absolutely love my Le Creuset frying pans which are available to buy from Amazon.
• Once the oil is hot, lay the breaded chicken breasts in the pan (picture 10). Cook for approximately 2 minutes without turning, until they start to brown.
• Carefully turn the chicken breasts over and cook the other side for about 2 minutes more until golden brown (picture 11).
• Remove the chicken breasts from the frying pan and place on top of the marinara sauce. Top with a little more sauce, the mini babybel (or mozzarella) and the remainder of the grated parmesan cheese (picture 12)
• Bake in a preheated oven for 15 - 20 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and the cheese has melted and turned golden brown and has started to bubble.

What goes well with Weight Watchers Chicken Parmesan

Traditionally, Chicken Parmesan is served on top of pasta. A small portion of pasta would add a further 3 or more Points to this dish (depending on your plan).

I like to serve this Chicken Parmesan with spiralized zucchini / courgette to save on Points. I use a Mueller spiralizer, like this one available from Amazon to make them.

You could also save on Points and serve this dish with a large green side salad.

You could serve it with a small portion of new potatoes and some zero point veg for a really filling, satisfying meal.

For an amazing comfort meal, serve it with some smooth mashed butternut squash!

Can this dish be Frozen

Yes it is possible to freeze this Chicken Parmesan.

Cook as instructed and then leave to cool completely, before placing in a freezer safe container.

Defrost and then reheat thoroughly ensuring that the chicken is piping hot throughout.

Please note: If freezing, the breadcrumb will not be as crispy as when it was freshly made, but it still tastes wonderful!

Other Weight Watchers Chicken Recipes

If you like this Chicken Parmesan recipe, then you may also like these Weight Watcher chicken recipes

This Easy Chicken and Dumplings is 7 Smart Points per portion and is a perfect comfort food recipe.

Another of my favourites, this Creamy Chicken Casserole is just 6 Smart Points per generous portion and can be served with butternut squash mash for a filling and low point dinner.

If you are looking for something even lower in Smart Points, this Chicken, Leek and Mushroom Pie is just 4 Smart Points per portion! Result!

Lastly, these Zero Point Chicken Fajitas are very popular and are so easy and simple to make!

Chicken Parmesan | Weight Watchers

This delicious Chicken Parmesan is just 6 Smart Points on Weight Watchers Blue, Purple & Freestyle plan. It's 9 SmartPoints on the Green plan. A succulent bread chicken breast topped with cheese served on a rich marinara sauce.

Prep Time 20 mins

Cook Time 25 mins

Additional Time 15 mins

Total Time 1 hr

Course dinner

Cuisine American

Servings 2 portions

Calories 364 kcal

• 2 small chicken breasts boneless & skinless
• 1 egg whisked
• ½ tbs plain / all purpose flour
• 4 tbs fresh breadcrumbs (40g)
• Salt & pepper
• 2 tbs grated parmesan cheese
• 2 tsp olive oil
• 1 cup marinara sauce (225g)
• 2 light mini babybel cheeses or 45g light mozzarella
• Basil optional

• Preheat the oven to 230°C / 210°C Fan / 450°F

• Place the chicken breasts in a freezer bag and use a meat tenderiser or rolling pin to pound them to approx ½ inch thick.

• Sprinkle the flour on a plate and season with some salt and pepper. On another plate, mix one tablespoon of grated parmesan with the breadcrumbs. Finally, whisk the egg in a shallow bowl.

• Remove the chicken breasts from the freezer bag and roll them in the flour until all sides are covered.

• Dip the floured chicken breast into the whisked egg & then roll in the breadcrumb/parmesan mix until the whole breast is covered in breadcrumbs.

• Place the breaded chicken breasts on a plate and set aside for 10 - 15 minutes.

• Spoon most of the marinara sauce into a small casserole dish (holding back 2 - 3 tablespoons) and set aside.

• Heat the oil in a good quality non stick frying pan/ skillet over a medium heat. Carefully place the chicken breasts in the frying pan and cook for about 2 minutes either side until both sides turn a light golden brown. The chicken will be cooked fully in the oven later - this step is just about sealing the chicken so that it remains succulent when it is placed in the oven & crisping up the breadcrumbs!

• Place the chicken breasts on top of the marinara sauce, and divide the remaining sauce over the top of the two chicken breasts.

• Halve the mini babybel cheeses before placing on top of the chicken. Sprinkle with the remaining parmesan cheese.

• Bake in the preheated oven until the chicken has cooked right through, is no longer pink in the middle and the cheese has melted and browned (15 - 20 minutes).

• If you use shop brought marinara sauce it may change the Smart Point value of this dish.

Nutrition Facts

Chicken Parmesan | Weight Watchers

Amount per Serving

% Daily Value*

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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Scandinavian Living

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A senior living facility can be a great choice for someone who may need a little help bathing, eating or cooking but still wants to maintain some levels of independence. However, not all such facilities are created equally, so you want to make sure you pick one that fits your (or your loved one's) needs. These tips and questions will help you make an informed decision about where you or a special someone will spend the rest of their golden years.

Location matters, and not just because of the scenery or nearby amenities. If you plan on using Medicare for any part of the facilities costs, your options could be affected by state laws on how much medical assistance each facility is allowed to offer. Facilities can be expensive, and if the laws in your state are unhelpful, you may want to start looking at care facilities in other states.

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Size of the Facility

While more sociable people may prefer a larger facility with more residents to befriend, others may prefer the quiet of a smaller establishment. More important than the size of the facility, however, is the staff-to-resident ratio. If you or your loved one need a moderate amount of help with daily tasks or have significant medical issues, a higher ratio of staff to residents means help will be easier to find. You also want to ensure the grounds are large enough for plenty of exercise and outdoor activities.

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Services Offered at the Facility

While larger facilities are generally more likely to have more activities and other forms of entertainment, that isn't always the case. Moreover, what matters most is finding the right services for you or your loved one, not the number of them. While exercise programs, dining services, housekeeping services and medication management are common, assistance with dementia, Alzheimer's or diabetes supports, may be harder to find. Identify what services you need first and choose a facility accordingly.

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Cost of the Facility

Medicare and Medicaid often do not cover a significant portion of the expense of assisted living facilities. Because of this, many clients and their families pay via a combination of personal finances, long-term care insurance or veteran's benefits. Of course, you don't necessarily want to go for the least expensive facility, either, as it may prove to be inadequate.

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Openness

Sometimes the information that facilities are willing to provide on their services is itself useful knowledge for making your decision. Asking to talk with current residents, for instance, reveals not only whatever the residents in question have to say, but also how transparent the facility itself. Similarly, if the facility won't allow you to inspect their license, it could be a sign that they have something to hide.

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Staff

While senior living facilities always try to put their best face on for the outside world, the truth is that elder abuse happens. Because of that, it's important to check out the facility's staff policies and what protections you or your loved one will have at their disposal. You should find out if the facility performs criminal background checks and trains employees on identifying and reporting elder abuse. Other relevant questions include if the facility has ever had their license revoked, are the door locks secure, are doctors and nurses on call and if residents have roommates. You should also ask to see a recent inspection report if possible.

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Shed With Mezzanine Living

Reach for the sky with two storeys! If you're short on land space but need the storage, opting to add an extra level such as a mezzanine floor to your custom-designed shed can be the ideal solution. Here we take a look at a range of ways that welcoming some marvellous mezzanine mania into your life can benefit your shed's functionality.

1) Added storage space for workshops and warehouses

Businesses that require off-site storage for their boxed products are better off building one large warehouse with a mezzanine floor so all staff are housed in the same facility. This minimises costs of buying larger plots of land to build these warehouses, and also proves to be an investment rather than paying rent for the storage space to an external organisation.

Rather than have to contend with the logistical difficulties of super-high ceilings, making it harder for forklift drivers to reach for products stacked very high, a mezzanine floor keeps ceilings lower for more manageable and safe use of the warehouse or workshop space.

Rather than have to contend with high ceilings, opt for a mezzanine floor for better workplace health and safety.

2) A separate floor for bedrooms in a residential shed

Many of our Shed Boss residential sheds can be equipped with electrical and plumbing facilities, in order to convert them into comfortable, elegant homes. Indeed, the sky is the limit when it comes to creative uses for a shed. Several of the projects built by Shed Boss franchises have converted sheds into liveable houses, and, in such instances, a mezzanine floor helps spatially plan the home's spaces into upstairs and downstairs zones.

On the mezzanine floor, the bedrooms can be laid out to keep the top floor as the homely, private space. Meanwhile, the downstairs region can cater to guests with a lounge, kitchen and dining area. Because all our products are customisable, the house can be as big or small as suits your needs. Don't worry about safety or sturdiness either, because all Shed Boss sheds – including residential sheds – come with the ShedSafe™ guarantee. Moreover, our engineering and joinery of heavy galvanised steel is industry leading and built to the supreme quality needed for a house.

A two-storey residential shed built by the Sunshine Coast franchise.

3) Closer to skylights and sunshine

A recent initiative by Google, called Project Sunroof, uses the Google Earth technology to analyse how many hours of sunlight a rooftop receives annually. Using this data, Google is able to calculate how much money a homeowner can save by installing solar panels on their roof. Homes that are blessed with a lot of sunlight show up with yellow roofs on the map, while shadier homes are shown in purple hues.

At the moment, this software is only looking at certain parts of the United States of America – but Australia has its own equivalent. The Live Solar Potential Tool designed by the Australian Photovoltaic Institute (APVI) works out the potential for electricity generation by adding PV to different rooftops in the country.

By accessing this live map, you can see how much sunlight your plot of land receives and this can help you determine where on your roof you should place your skylight. This step can be done during the early stages of planning your structure on the Shed Boss app.

Now, once your skylight is built, a single-storey structure actually distances you from the sunlight more than being on a mezzanine floor would. Be closer to the bliss of sunshine by adding a mezzanine floor under a skylight!

Feel free to contact us for a quote on these design ideas anytime.

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High Ceiling Living Room Lighting

High Ceiling Living Room Lighting

Top Lighting Ideas for High Ceilings

April 12, 2020 By Edel McCarron

High ceilings can be a challenge when incorporating lighting applications, but they also open up a new world of creativity and the opportunity to do something grand that competes with their enormous elevations.

By integrating the appropriate ceiling lighting with proper placement, it will help to dissolve the vertical monotony and create a close, airless space that feels more like home.

In this post we will share some lighting ideas to help you out in your upcoming projects.

Nagano Sputnik Chandelier

Kaffee Frech, Switzerland by Konigs .

With an eye-catching design, the Nagano chandelier is an update of the sputnik design from the 60's and 70's and fits well as a center piece to any room.

The modern aesthetic and warm glow looks great over a dining table or any large space, and adds distinctive ambiance to any living space.

A blast of modern glamour shines out in all directions from this sputnik light.

Displaying its remarkable complement of bulbs on long stalks, this classic sputnik chandelier sets the tone for a large room or industrial loft to surprise your guests.

Sela Chandelier

Designed to add style to any space, the Sela chandelier epitomises an elegant and captivating design that transforms interiors with its bold proportions and stunning silhouette.

This thirteen-light chandelier creates a dazzling display while providing plenty of illumination for your dining room, living area or high-ceiling foyer.

Blending modern aesthetic with industrial chic design, this contemporary chandelier offers a retro flair in any indoor setting. Its geometric, multi-dimensional form will elegantly light up any room with modern style.

Lome Cluster Pendant Light

Our 'Lome' cluster in the Hakkaiza Restaurant by Christina Jølsen .Photography by Ihne Bilder.

Designed to showcase the warmth of Edison-style bulbs, the Lome cluster pendant light gives a warm aesthetic impression to your home.

This cluster pendant light is a perfect option for those seeking a vintage accent in a tall hallway or lighting to hang above dining and kitchen tables.

Our Lome cluster pendant light beautifully suspended in this restaurant This unique cluster light comes as standard with five suspensions from one ceiling rose that gently glow casting a warm light for a cosy atmosphere. Additional or less suspensions can be provided on request.

Amman Chandelier

Our 'Amman' chandelier in the Swan Pub by The Jack Daw Company .Photography by Stephanie Trowell.

Designed to showcase the warmth of Edison-style bulbs, the Amman chandelier will put a new spin on your home. Install this contemporary chandelier in the foyer or entryway where it will graciously welcome you and your guests.

Amman chandelier Designed to be a centerpiece in any space, this eight-light chandelier offers a retro flair in any indoor setting. Its geometric, multidimensional form elegantly contrasts with its filament bulbs that will light up your room with modern style.

Our Amman chandelier is suspended decoratively in the Swan Pub.

Cairo Five-Arm Chandelier

Our 'Cairo' five-arm chandelier in the Strand Hotel by L'Estrange Designs .

Featuring a sophisticated design, the Cairo Chandelier melds a mid-century modern style with a futuristic twist. This ceiling fixture will bring presence and functionality as a great billiard light, but it also offers a new take on kitchen island or dining table lighting.

With its ultra-modern silhouette, this contemporary chandelier exemplifies the bold, contemporary aesthetic with a series of five spun shades that will light up any contemporary setting.

This five-light chandelier is suitable for any minimalist or industrial interiors. Our Cairo chandelier adds a touch of sophistication to this restaurant dining space in the Strand Hotel.

Neiva Quirky Chandelier

Our 'Neiva' chandelier in the Madison Restaurant in Nice by Baldini Architecture . Photography by Studio614.

Designed for versatility, the Neiva Quirky Chandelier adds distinctive ambiance to any living space. Its unusual appearance and functional configuration make this modern chandelier difficult to ignore.

A great accent in any living room or large dining room. This three-arm chandelier can be reconfigured into a variety of shapes, making it an adaptable piece for many interior spaces.

It features three lights in distinct points for a spread lighting in your interior. Suitable for modern and industrial interiors, this adjustable chandelier looks great when lit with a vintage light bulb to enhance an industrial atmosphere. Our Neiva quirky chandeliers act as a focal point in this modernly chic French restaurant.

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Building personality for a room with tall walls is neither difficult, nor more challenging than dealing with common-sized rooms.

After all, home space is a gift no matter how you look at it and you should not be reluctant to use it.

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Living Room Texture Paint Designs

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17 Wall Texture Design Ideas That Will Add Depth to Any Space

Time to get tactile.

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Though color is often the first thing we turn to when a home is feeling lackluster or flat, texture is an equally (if not more) effective tool for livening up a room. Indeed, introducing texture to a space has the added bonus of bringing in depth and dimension, and even color-averse decorators can reap the benefits. It doesn't stop at throws, rugs, and fabrics, either. Dressing your walls up in natural materials like marble and wood—or even paints and wallpapers with perceived texture effects—will instantly liven up a room that's falling flat without taking up surface space.

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Feature an Optical Illusion

In sitting room designed by Cameron Ruppert Interiors, the pearlized ink dots on Phillip Jeffries' Rivets wallcovering resemble nailheads, a look reflected in the actual metal studs on the green velvet sofa. So when it doubt, opt for a printed wallpaper that creates the optical illusion of texture.

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Whitewash Wood Panels

Keep things simple with ash wood paneling. If you already have paneled walls but want to lighten them up, whitewash your panels by watering down your paint. Then brush it on, immediately wipe it, and repeat this until you get your desired color.

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Use a Flat Plaster Paddle

When applied with a flat plaster paddle rather than a roller or brush, paint will give your walls some three-dimensional oomph. This light mossy green wall looks more like a work of art and feels fully integrated into the space instead of just blending in as a backdrop.

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Choose a Printed Grasscloth

Heather Hilliard designed this California sunroom to feel both like a sitting room and a home office. The occupant works at her desk while her husband naps on the chaise, Hilliard tells us. The Lee Jofa block-printed grasscloth wallcovering is soft enough to inspire both productivity and snoozes and the golden hue accentuates the sunlight further. A printed grasscloth will make the natural fibers look even more texture-rich and dimensional.

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Opt for Lacquered Paint

The glossy shine of lacquered paint can make the room feel larger. It has a similar effect to a mirror, as the high-shine finish allows for highlights and reflection. Envelop the whole space in it from floor to ceiling for a glossy impact.

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Deaden Sound With Padded Velvet

When installed over cotton batting, the silk velvet Designer's Guild fabric in this room by Alison Pickart is even more decadent —and also deadens sound, which is ideal for a cozy bedroom.

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Make a Statement With Mirrors

Mirrored walls will make a room appear larger than it is while also giving your artwork a more interesting backdrop. Antiqued mirrors boast glamorous vibes, too.

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Use Faux Animal Skin

Designer Tom Stringer chose a Ralph Lauren faux crocodile wallpaper to bring texture and a sultry punch to the otherwise clean, classic space. "Dark colors resonate when they have a little gloss over them," he tells HB.

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Use Neutral Tiles

Who says tiles are limited to the bathroom or kitchen? Line them up your wall in a neutral clay hue for extra dimension.

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Go With a Neutral Grasscloth

Grasscloth wallpaper has the warmth you'd expect from fabrics and introduces more texture than other wallpaper substrates since it's made from natural fibers. We love this deep chocolate brown hue for a cozy setting.

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Leave It As-Is

Incorporating mirrored metallics, stone, wood, and plenty of plush throws, this room is covering all the texture bases. We're feeling that stone wall around the wood burning fireplace in particular. The modern updates make it feel on-trend instead of outdated, as does painting everything white.

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Try a Texture-Effect Paint

There are plenty of ways to texture your paint without going hi-shine gloss. Instead, try this edgy matte vibe with a cement effect paint. Polished concrete is both subtle and bold, especially if you choose a darker tone, like this one.

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Embrace Architectural Bones

For a lived-in feel, keep your bricks exposed. If you don't love the industrial look, then add splashes of paint and/or a wallpaper accent. Then incorporate plenty of upholstered pieces to ensure warmth.

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Get Stoned

A large marble slab on the wall will always make a statement. It's a great option for added texture that still exudes a formal, sophisticated aesthetic.

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Color-block With Tiles

If you don't want to tile your entire wall, just go half way. The seamless transition from floor to wall is super unique, so bring your color-blocking to the next level with a hexagon scheme like this one.

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Take a Softer Approach

Upholster your walls to set a soft, dreamy mood in the bedroom. Instead of the doing the entire wall, contrast the fabric with something like wood or concrete.

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Use Multiple Layers

If you can't make up your mind, who says you can't have it all? Layering color-blocked wood panels with tiles, you'll achieve an intriguing three dimensional look. Stick to neutral tones if you don't want it too appear chaotic.

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Wall Art Canvas Painting Ideas For Living Room

Wall Art Canvas Painting Ideas For Living Room

Your Best Bet

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Choosing the best color for your living room—the most public space in your home—can be daunting, but it doesn't have to be. To offer you inspiration, we reached out to five experts who know a thing or two about paint colors to discover some of their favorite hues.

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Versatile Blue

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A perennial favorite for living rooms, blue is thought to evoke a sense of calm and order, but it's also appreciated for its versatility. "Blue is a color that works well with many styles of furniture, from traditional to modern," confirms Andrea Magno, color and design expert for Benjamin Moore.

Related: For Every Hue, a Mood—Use Color to Make the Most of Every Room

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Choosing Blues

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Which variety of blue to choose is a highly personal consideration. "Some people want a deeper shade with warm undertones to create a cozy feeling in a room, something like Van Deusen Blue from our Historical Colors collection," says Magno, "while others might go for something light and airy like Breath of Fresh Air, which is our 2014 Color of the Year."

Related:  Last Year's Color of the Year

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Energetic Red

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"Red is one of the most powerful colors," says interior designer Kristine Robinson, principal of Robinson Interiors, in Jenkintown, Pennsylvania, and a teacher of color psychology and interior design at Temple University. "It adds energy and life to a living room."

Related:  45 Ravishing Red Rooms

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Red Accents

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To avoid an overload of this vibrant hue, however, Robinson often focuses it on one wall. "Accent walls are terrific when you want to use a bold color like red but don't want it to completely overpower a room," she says. Pinpointing the best shade for your home may depend on the room's lighting and architectural elements.

Related:  10 Unexpected Spots for an Accent Color

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Atmospheric Gray

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Deep charcoal grays are gaining popularity in interior design these days. One fan is design blogger Holly Becker, founder of decor8blog.com and author of Decorate Workshop: Design and Style Your Space in 8 Creative Steps. "I love Farrow & Ball's Down Pipe for living rooms," Becker shares. "It's a moody, soot-like gray that looks stunning on a focal wall behind a sofa or on all four walls to cozy up a room."

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More Gray

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If you find yourself choosing between a few shades of gray, Becker advises getting samples and painting poster boards that you can tape up and live with for a few days. "Watch how the colors look at different times of the day and move the boards around to see how light affects them."

Related:  Take our Color Quiz

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Vibrant Yellow

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A classically appointed living room in a cheerful yellow hue is a common sight in historic houses, perhaps because candlelight may have illuminated this color in an especially pleasing way. Today yellow continues to attract homeowners who appreciate its vibrancy.

Related: Bob Vila's Guide to Historic Paint Colors

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Cheerful Yellow

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"Yellow living rooms can be welcoming, embracing, and even sophisticated for both formal and family-style settings," reports color consultant Barbara Jacobs, owner of Barbara Jacobs Color and Design, in Medfield, Massachusetts. "Warm golds tend to look better in more saturated variations, while the more lemony, cooler yellows look best when kept paler and less saturated," she adds.

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Enduring White

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"White is a perfect backdrop for any style of living room," says Jackie Jordan, director of color marketing for Sherwin-Williams. "And because it is highly light reflective, it will make a room that may not have a lot of natural light appear brighter." Evidence of white's enduring presence in American decorating can be seen in the growing number of paint colors that fall within the category of white—enchanting hues with touches of green, gray, pink, and other tints.

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Warming Trends

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Sherwin-Williams counts more than 100 individual whites in its collections. Among their best-sellers are Dover White (shown here) and Snowbound. "Dover White has just a hint of yellow to make it very livable and warm," Jordan points out, "while Snowbound is a cooler white that is perfect for more modern interiors."

Related:  12 Reasons to Embrace the Elegance of Black and White

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