White is the ultimate neutral. There's a reason so many homeowners and interior designers love it. The versatile shade often makes small spaces feel bigger, especially because it is able to reflect light and trick the eye. With the right white paint, spaces both feel brighter and allow you to play around with accessories and decor in whatever color or style you like. It's the kind of shade you know you won't get sick of, and one that looks clean and simple in any room of the house, including the dining room.

According to Liz Walton, interior designer and CEO of Liz Walton Home, "Whites transform any space into a clean slate, and the dining room is no exception. What better way to let the food take center stage than by having it stand out in a room primed for color? I love using white because it allows my clients to change out accessories, artwork, and table linens seasonally."

Keep in mind that white is not one-size-fits-all. Ask any designer: there are a plethora of white shades out there. From yellow-tinged to stark, flat white, it's important to consider what kind of vibe you're going for in your dining space when selecting both your paint and its accents.

Whether you're a renter looking for decor ideas without changing the paint color, or you want to make the most of a beautiful, all-white dining space, these ideas are for you. Ahead, we rounded up 75 white dining room ideas that prove that neutral doesn't have to mean boring.

01 Paint a Small Accent

Liven up a predominantly white color scheme by painting an small accent (like a wall or door) to provide a focal point and give the space some depth.

02 Create a Gallery Wall for Interest

It's finally time to put your favorite family photos to good use. A well-curated gallery wall takes center stage against a flat white backdrop, creating visual interest (and probably some conversation-starters) in your dining space.

03 Select a Striking Chandelier

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The dining room is the perfect place to show off that over-the-top pendant light or chandelier. Here, a grand beaded chandelier draws the eye upward, making the space feel taller.

04 Select a Tone That Compliments the Art and Furniture

"The thing to remember about white paint is that it is never white," says Chad Graci of Graci Interiors in New Orleans. His advice? Select a tone that complements the artwork and furniture in the room. "I like Benjamin Moore's Pale Oak with its pink undertones that work with everything  For a good neutral use Farrow & Ball's Shaded White," he says.

05 Go for a Farmhouse Feel

You can't go wrong with a classic set of black wooden farmhouse-style chairs. Especially in a room devoid of color, these keep the room feeling grounded and inviting.

06 Use Art to Break Up a White Wall

Got a big white wall in your dining room that you don't know what to do with? Here's our solution: Art—and lots of it. Nab coordinating prints or frame your favorite photos in antique gold frames for a look that is almost museum-like.

07 Use White for Your Head of the Table Chairs

White upholstered head of the table chairs go with any existing dining set and feel formal and luxurious.

08 Add Warmth with Dark Wood and Brown Tones

 "If you're painting your dining room white, I recommend offsetting the white with warm browns to add warmth to the room," says Bizzley. Medium and deep wood will also impart a more rustic feel.

09 Bring in a Pop of Color With Your Lighting Fixture

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If you're keeping the rest of the dining room timeless and neutral, bring in a punch of personality (and a bit of modern design) in with a funky, colorful light fixture.

10 Create a Tonal Look

"Start with a warm white and then layer in shades of cream, tan, and natural materials to create a tonal look," suggests Kevin Francis O'Gara of Kevin Francis Design. This can be especially inviting in a dining room at night.

11Make a Statement With Rattan Pendants

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Rattan pendants offer the ultimate Cali-cool style and tons of texture to a room. They're also beautiful both day and night. Watch the way the open weave casts light against white walls when they're turned on.

12 Don't Shy Away From Saturated Colors

"For a bolder direction, I love to bring in pops of contrasting, saturated hues like coral red, cobalt, and teal to infuse personality into the room," Francis tells us. If you don't want to commit with furniture or paint, test it out with artwork and accessories.