Nowadays, there are so many options and paint ideas out there to embrace the ceiling as a fifth wall ... wall color is a possible solution, or an off white with a subtle undertone may be perfect.
If maximum coziness is the goal—like in a living room or large bedroom—cover the walls and ceiling in a rich, jewel-toned paint color of your choice and use an off-white shade for the trim.
Leave behind jarring white woodwork with these contemporary ... characterful homes. But should you paint the ceilings as well as the walls and the woodwork? “If you want to make the room cosier ...