Contrast in the interior: dark floor and light walls

Color combination is one of the primary factors that affect people's feelings. This is especially important for those rooms where most of the time is spent. The approach to the design of living rooms should be especially strict. Decisions that are made regarding color design should be considered at the initial stages of repair and construction work.

The combination of shades of flooring with walls can become fundamental in the general mood that this or that room creates. The contrast of dark and light creates an optical change in space. To use this feature correctly, you need to consider some specific qualities of color combinations.

The specifics of using a dark floor for rooms

Dark flooring is by far the most common in both living rooms and other premises. To create contrast, the first step should be exactly the dark floor. This is the most acceptable background for further room decoration.

It is believed that such a method will narrow the space, but this can be eliminated by using light shades in the other elements of the decor. In addition, dark flooring is associated with the ground underfoot and therefore seems the most natural.

If brown is chosen for the flooring, then you can notice its complex composition. With different lighting, each shade of brown appears in a new form. That is why it is in perfect harmony with many other tones from different colors. This is a universal choice. It is suitable for any style, because on the basis of a dark brown floor you can create both a classic surroundings and design a room in a minimalist style. Country furniture in country style will look especially impressive against the dark floor of brown tones.

The dark gray floor also gained immense popularity among designers. This flooring looks sophisticated and elegant, while creating an atmosphere of comfort and tranquility. A huge palette of colors in harmony with dark gray makes this floor universal for rooms with any purpose.

Shades of dark red and dark orange are also suitable for flooring. The color of cherries or merbau will make the atmosphere of the room warm and cozy. At the same time, shades of yellow, brown and green will look good in such a room.

Black floors look very stylish. Such elegance and sophistication is peculiar only to this color. In small rooms, black floors can create a gloomy atmosphere and reduce space. If the desire to lay the black floor is very great, then all the other details of this room should be bright. Then you can avoid the negative manifestation of black.

In addition to plain flooring, a combination of dark shades can also be used. Stacked parquet, tile or mosaic will create a unique pattern, while maintaining the dark color of the floor.

Dark floors have one drawback - dust is clearly visible on it. If in a room with a light floor such small pollution will not be visible, then owners of a dark floor covering will have to carry out wet cleaning much more often.

Features of using light walls

Light walls are a universal solution for any room. There are many indisputable advantages of using light shades:

visual expansion of space;
a feeling of cleanliness and sterility;
the possibility of using any material;
exceptional compatibility with other colors;
the possibility of using any style in a design project and much more.

The main thing, of course, is the ability of light shades to create the illusion of space. Small rooms can be subjected to the necessary correction with light walls and a white ceiling.

Walls can be made white with paint, wallpaper, plaster, tile and in other ways. This factor will allow you to choose finishing materials based on desires and financial capabilities. In addition, the walls can have any texture, while remaining light. Many materials allow you to very effectively design the surface without resorting to additional decorative elements.

The disadvantage of light walls is their soiling. This problem can be solved by selecting materials that are not afraid of cleaning. Many wallpapers and paints can even withstand chemical detergents. Therefore, in rooms with a high risk of pollution, such materials should be used.

Properties of the contrasting combination of floor and walls in the interior

The combination of dark floor and light walls is classic and can be used for any purpose. The main effect of this neighborhood is a pronounced expansion of the room. If the room has a light ceiling, then the necessary feeling of spaciousness will be easily achieved. In combination with a dark ceiling, this effect is difficult to achieve.

Additional expansion of the space can be achieved using a dark laminate with a specific pattern. It should be made of elements with grooves in the shape of the letter "V". Position the pattern along the long walls. Another secret of the visual increase in the floor area with a dark coating is the design of its skirting boards of the same shade.

The tandem of the dark flooring and white walls can be considered the most universal. Here the designer’s imagination knows no bounds. The practicality of the dark floor is offset by backlighting from white surfaces.

Despite the classic combination of dark and light, the design of the room may contain extravagant elements. Ethnic motives have recently been very relevant. They can dilute the monotony of office space. Furniture in the style of shabby chic will also perfectly fit into the bedroom with a dark floor and white walls. It is difficult to find an element that does not fit in such a room.

It is especially convenient to use this color combination if the final decision on the future image of the room has not yet been made. In the process of registration, any changes are possible and this will not affect the final result.