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Dado

usgb/ˈdeɪdəʊ/Volume
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Interior Design

Often found in classic or traditional homes, the dado adds a formal elegance.

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The grand hallway was adorned with a splendid oak dado.
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Contrast & Protection

Dado is painted differently to protect walls from furniture bumps and to create visual contrast.

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Chairs backing against the painted dado won't damage the wallpaper above.
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Architectural Term

Understanding 'dado' is useful when discussing interior design and architecture.

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The restoration plans include a wooden dado matching the 19th-century decor.
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