When we talk about our personal taste and style we are talking about what makes us “feel” good. When we choose colors for our home, the reason we are attracted to certain colors is that of their psychological effect. The color of your hardwood floors can also have an emotional or psychological effect, making a room feel warmer or cooler, masculine or feminine, and bigger or smaller.
Lighter floors can increase the energy in the room.
The effect of flooring
The floors are the biggest surface area in the home, so you want to make sure that you choose the right color that compliments the rest of the interior design, as well as gives off the right feeling and effect. The color you choose can impact the energy in the room, as well as the perception of space.
Increase the energy in the room
Choosing lighter and brighter colors for your flooring will increase the positive energy in the room. Lighter flooring colors are also better in smaller spaces, giving the room the appearance of a larger space. Whitewashed floors are particularly popular in quaint vacation or beach homes.
Gray floors are modern and cool.
Gray floors
Grays are becoming increasingly popular. Grays are the new neutral, but with an edge. Whether it’s gray floors, gray walls, or gray cabinetry this color works from top to bottom. However, too much gray can make the room feel too cold and industrial, so make sure you brighten up the gray with a pop of lively color to lighten the mood.
Relaxing the room
The deep, dark chocolate colored hardwood floors are very popular. They give the room a relaxing, yet luxurious ambiance. The dark earthy tones will make the room feel calm and secure.
Darker tones add warmth and calm to a room.
Add drama to the room
If you want to add a bit of drama to the room, go all the way to black. With black floors, you will need to make sure that you have enough contrasting lighter colors to offset the black. With the right balance of colors, including great lighting, the room won’t feel like it is caving in on itself.
Talk to a hardwood flooring expert in Denver and Evergreen about your flooring project. We have the skills and the hardwood flooring selection to make your flooring dreams come true.