Ever wonder why a yellow colored room makes you feel anxious, while blue creates a calming and relaxing feeling? Pablo Picasso once said that colors follow the change of emotions. There’s no doubt that color is a powerful communication tool, but do the colors we choose say something about our personality? Could our color preferences make a statement about how we want to be perceived?
The color psychology concept has become trendy in marketing, art, design, and yes, the interior decisions made inside our homes. Although colors tend to have similar effects on us, feelings about color choices are often personal, deeply rooted in culture, and influenced by our experiences. The more we learn about colors and how different tints and tones affect thinking and emotions, the more we can use colors to improve our daily lives.
The poetry of selecting colors
Color is one of the most important things to consider when choosing carpet. Flooring is a major home purchase, so choosing the ideal color can be a mix of excitement and anxiety. Flooring must be functional, but you also want to express your unique style and taste. The colors you choose in your home can make a room seem larger or smaller, calming or stimulating. At the same time, the color used your kitchen and dining area may not be right for your bedrooms or study. If a color looks great on ceilings and walls, it doesn’t mean the color will work on floors. Color combinations should work in balance and harmony.
Considerations when selecting carpet color
You want the interior of your home to feel warm and welcome, so choosing the right carpet color is important when pulling the design of a room together. Give thought to each room and what you want the feel to be. Consider blue or green in bedrooms, while yellow may work well in playrooms or richer colors like browns and mahogany in a home office. Some homeowners select neutral colors such as beige, cream or sand for carpet in high-traffic areas. Light colored carpets, on the other hand, reveal dirt. In addition, rooms that receive plenty of sunlight should have lighter colors to prevent fading from UV exposure.
Here at Carpets America, we have a team of expert interior designers. If you need help choosing the right carpeting for your home, contact us today and set up a design consultation. We look forward to working together!