Whether you have inherited knotty pine furniture or moved into a home with knotty pine paneling or flooring, you might be wondering how to pick a color palette that will complement this traditional finish of wood. Knotty pine has been popular in interior design for many decades and is still favored as a decor finish because of its rich, warming honey-like tones. Here we will look at which colors you can use with knotty pine to achieve a variety of different styles.

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Name: Liz Mirisola and my husband, Ted, and our rescue pup, TubsLocation: Saugerties, New YorkType of home: CabinSize: 1,500 square feetYears lived in: 1 year, owned Tell us a little (or a lot) about your home and the people who live there: We had been living in New York City for 10-plus years, working the typical high-stress, long-hour grind of jobs in marketing and finance.

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Another curse of orange knotty pine walls

While some people can't wait to rip out or paint over knotty pine walls, others embrace its unique retro vibe. But before you pick a side, check out these hard-to-resist knotty pine living room ideas that are surprisingly modern.

You don't always have to paint over your knotty pine, especially if it's appropriate to your home. Here are 3 ways to make the most of it.

Transforming knotty pine into a modern masterpiece is all about embracing its unique grain while giving it a fresh twist. Discover innovative techniques and stylish finishes that elevate this classic wood into a contemporary design statement!