There is nothing timid about turquoise. It is stimulating by itself, or when it combines with other colors, as long as they do not overhwlem this blue-green. Just a touch will cheer up the room, says Decker Ross.

The bright patterned cotton pillows imported from India by Rizzy Home are a perfect hint of turquoise to lift the spirits of a white or beige room. They are available in sizes from 11- x 21-inches to 18- x 18-inches. Prices range from $77.60 to $112.50. Adams Interiors, Fort Lauderdale; 954-491-2326 or www.adamsinteriors.us.

This dramatic crackle finish Turquoise Chest from the Melange Collection by Hooker Furniture will add personality to a dull room. The bonus is that the three drawers are wall-papered inside. The chest measures 44-inches wide by 18-1/4-inches deep by 34-inches high. $1,059. Matter Brothers, Pinellas Park, Florida; 727-577-6660 or www.matterbrothersfurniture.com.

This dazzling Turquoise Glaze Zen Garden Stool will make itself at home by a chair or sofa, indoor or out. It sits 19-inches high by 15-inches wide. $299. 800-262-6612 or www.shadesoflight.com.

This sleek, chrome Shimmer hydraulic barstool with a unique turquoise shimmer-effect acrylic seat will add a contemporary flair to your room. The stool measures 18-inches long by 18-inches wide by 36.5-inches high and the seat adjusts from 23-inches to 30-inches high. $99.99. 847-699-8988 or www.lumisource.com.

Jonathan Adler is known for his turquoise design and he does not disappoint with his Channing Desk. It measures 54-inches wide by 24-inches deep by 30.5-inches high. $1,750. Jonathan Adler's, Miami; 305-576-0200 or www.jonathanadler.com.