this by painting the ceilng down to the picture rail, including the ornate cornice, a slight off-white. I personally never use pure white on the ceiling, I always break it with a drop of colourant to make it less harsh. This immediately makes the room larger and brighter. The picture rail together with all the woodwork was painted in oil-based satin, pure white. In doing so, the division is much more subtle and pleasing to the eye. The contrast between the grey and cream gives the room a dynamic, contemporary feel, whilst retaining the period character. These two colours also happen to be best suited to the direction of the room by the principles of Feng Shui. The finished room is a peaceful, elegant, and inviting place and I hope my clients enjoy it for many years to come.