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Dado

usgb/ˈdeɪdəʊ/Volume
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Interior DesignPlay
Often found in classic or traditional homes, the dado adds a formal elegance. SlideThe grand hallway was adorned with a splendid oak dado.
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Contrast & ProtectionPlay
Dado is painted differently to protect walls from furniture bumps and to create visual contrast. SlideChairs backing against the painted dado won't damage the wallpaper above.
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Architectural TermPlay
Understanding 'dado' is useful when discussing interior design and architecture. SlideThe restoration plans include a wooden dado matching the 19th-century decor.