A carpet that is neither too light nor too dark will be the best color for masking these issues.
What colour walls go with dark red carpet.
Wall color deep warm tan beige color wall paint in a flat or eggshell finish rug.
The cool blue hues play really well with the contrasting and vibrant reds.
You could opt for a monochromatic theme.
Light shades like white ivory cream and beige are go to wall colors in most rooms but with a rich shade like red the contrast between the light walls and the dark floor can actually be a bit.
Off white sheer plain panels.
Choose something in muted tones patterns with deep red warm beige.
Light shades of tan taupe or grey work very well and create a softer look.
Take this pink and red layered bedroom for example the red and fuchsia tones come out with a blendable and sophisticated finish.
Energetic warm and strong red has the power to evoke a multitude of emotions.
Keep in mind that very light and very dark colors show far more undesirable debris than mid tones.
If solid colors for the walls is not your thing then go ahead and experiment with patterned wallpaper.
I would add some bronze or black metal candle holders art work scrolled metal object.
Yes red is an aggressive color but when it s placed strategically throughout a room with a complementing color like blue nothing can beat their combination.
Add a large area rug under the table area.
Opting for blue green or yellow green is an example of a split complementary colour scheme very attractive in many rooms.
A deep red carpet can be used successfully with a lighter shade of green or its relatives blue green and yellow green.
You could use different shades of red to the red of the carpet.
For a layered monochromatic look use similar shades that provide depth to the room.
While a dark color may be great at hiding stains it will show lint and dust more than other colors.
You can stick with neutral shades of cream and white but they can be a little stark against the red carpet.