The Best Wall Colours to Pair With a Navy Dining Chair

Navy dining chairs look their best against warm whites, soft plaster pinks, sage and olive greens, ochre and mustard, warm stone greys, and, for the confident, deeper navy or inky blue for a tonal scheme. The right choice depends on how much light your dining room receives, which direction it faces, and whether you want the chairs to stand out or blend into a calm, enveloping space. In this guide we explain why each of these colours works with navy, how they behave in north and south facing British rooms, and which woods, metals and textiles tie the scheme together. We also look at the finishes that matter in a room used for eating, how to test samples properly before committing, and how to handle open plan spaces where the dining area shares walls with a kitchen or living room. The result should be a dining room that feels considered, comfortable and entirely yours....