Gone are the days when people would decorate their homes with matching wooden furniture and accents in similar tones. While this décor style was considered quite trendy once upon a time, the truth is that filling a room with a singular colour and texture of the wood can make it look bland and flat. However, if you want to make your space look cosier and more inviting, you can mix different shades of wood, which would make each piece stand out and make a statement.
But, how do you go about doing that without making your room look overwhelming and cobbled together?
Well, there are no set rules for incorporating different shades of wood in one room. You can combine multiple variations of tones and contrasting patterns to add more visual appeal to your space. However, if you are not sure where to start, here is a comprehensive guide on how to mix and match wood furniture that you will hopefully find useful.
Tips on How to Mix Different Shades of Wood
Mixing dark and light wood furniture in various patterns and textures can make your décor look more eclectic while adding a certain depth to it. While neutral wood shades can look quite organic, polished surfaces can add a hint of sophistication and elegance to your interior design.
Although compounding different colours of wood furniture requires some experimentation, here are a few tips that can help you get started.
Create a Contrast Between Furniture and Flooring
The first step to flawlessly mixing different wood tones in a room is to create a contrast between the flooring and the furniture. For instance, if you have dark hardwood floors, you should choose to decorate your space with light-coloured furniture and vice versa. If you pair furnishings with a similarly toned floor, it will not only make your décor look monotonous but also keep any statement pieces from standing out.
However, since replacing your flooring or furniture can be extremely expensive (and impractical), you can consider staining wooden surfaces in your home to create a diverse set of tones and add individuality to each design element – that too without putting a dent in your bank account.
Note: Lots of wooden furniture placed on wooden flooring can make your space look a little closed-off and cramped. So, if you want to soften your décor, add an area rug to the mix in soft shades. It will instantly brighten up your room.
Build Your Room Around an Anchor Piece
There are quite a few ways to incorporate wood into your house. However, if you want your décor to look thoughtful and cohesive, it is always recommended to choose an anchor piece and build the rest of your room around it. For instance, if you are decorating your dining room, start by picking a wooden dining table that fits the dimensions of the space and then select wooden accents and decorative pieces to complement it.
Or, if you are decorating your living room, you can use your wooden coffee table as your starting point and mix two to three contrasting wood shades and textures around it. However, to strike a harmonious balance, mixing wood furniture with painted furniture.
Choose a Dominant Wood Shade
Whether you are mixing wood colours in the kitchen, bedroom, hallway, or any other part of your house, make sure to choose a dominant tone to run through your space. Doing so will keep you grounded and keep your space from looking like a crazy mix of wooden furniture and accents.
Mixing wood furniture with white or grey usually works well, especially if you want the dramatic and dark pieces to really stand out and serve as the focal point of your home. On the other hand, if you are a fan of minimalist interiors, you can choose a lighter shade of wood to give your space a calmer and more relaxing ambience.
Meanwhile, if you are confused about choosing wooden vs metallic furniture for your home, our detailed guide on the topic may help you out.
Pick an Accent Colour for Continuity
Even when you mix different shades of wood in the same space, you need an additional accent colour to tie everything together in an aesthetically appealing package.
There are several ways to add colour to your space without picking up a paintbrush, such as adding a couch in a vibrant hue or replacing your neutral or solid-coloured curtains with something a little more colourful and textured. Similarly, throw pillows, lampshades, table runners, large-scale wall art, small potted plants, and framed mirrors can also create a pleasant flow. Just make sure these accents feature your chosen colour for a balanced look.
Combine Warm and Cool Tones of Wood
Last but not least, don’t be afraid of combining warm and cool wood shades while decorating your space. For instance, a dark and warm wooden floor will look even more striking when you pair it with pale wooden furniture. You can also combine warm and cool accent colours to create a stimulating colour scheme.
To conclude, incorporating different shades of wood in one room is not as complex as you might think. All you have to do is choose an anchor piece and a dominating tone for your space, and the rest will fall in place without any hassle. Even if you are new to the world of interior designing, you will surely get the hang of it all after experimenting with different wood tones and textures.
Meanwhile, here are a few more guides that may help you keep your wooden furnishings and floorings look brand-new even after years of use.
- How to Protect Wooden Furniture and Flooring from Heat?
- How to Remove Stains from Wooden Furniture?
- How to Waterproof Wooden Furniture for a Longer Life?
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