Minwax
Summer is quickly approaching what better way to celebrate warmer days than to head outside with a good DIY project for your home? Fluted furniture is one of the hottest home decor trends of the moment, so naturally it tops our list of worthy do-it-yourself contenders. But while most fluted pieces you d find in retail outlets lean toward neutral minimalism, we prefer those clad in trendy colors inspired by hues found in nature, like simply white, navy, and vintage blue. This year, spring and summer colors are blurring the boundaries between inside and outside, says Sue Kim, the color expert at wood staining powerhouse Minwax. Using more natural-toned colors in living spaces helps highlight the beauty of wood and perfectly pairs the indoors with the outdoors.