If you are an empty nester and you have reached the stage of your life where you can have a white sofa, you are in luck. Today, a white sofa is a strong statement of contemporary styling. To avoid an antiseptic look, you can use color, texture, accent furniture and decorative touches to complement the look.

With white furniture, muted tones are best so the wall color does not compete for attention. Overly vivid or dark walls tend to become the dominant feature of the room. Instead, choose shades of beige or gray, or opt for soft tones of blue, green or brown. You can also choose from the wide array of whites to achieve a more monochromatic look. In general, while shades of gray, blue or green can give your room a cool feeling, while beige and brown will lend a warmer look.