Which room has a light floor, and which one has a dark floor?
Should I choose a dark floor or a light floor?
This is a question we should ask ourselves right at the beginning of designing and arranging a house, apartment, or any interior. Floors are not replaced too often. They are our base, the foundation to which we will match wall colors, doors, furniture, and all accessories. We will try to present the advantages and disadvantages of light floors and dark floors, as well as how this choice determines other decisions and influences the character of the interior.
This is a question we should ask ourselves right at the beginning of designing and arranging a house, apartment, or any interior. Floors are not replaced too often. They are our base, the foundation to which we will match wall colors, doors, furniture, and all accessories. We will try to present the advantages and disadvantages of light floors and dark floors, as well as how this choice determines other decisions and influences the character of the interior.
Dark floors primarily optically reduce the interior. Therefore, they should be chosen mainly for large, well-lit rooms. However, they make the interior cozier and warmer. Supporters of dark floors claim that they have more "character," meaning a certain boldness and nobility. They look great when paired with furniture and accessories made of metal, glass, stone, or even wicker. Furniture should have geometric, regular shapes. Interiors with dark floors have an elegant touch. If you like English, colonial, or glamour style - they will be perfect. They also fit well with a vintage style.
Dark floors go well with practically any wall color. Well, maybe only pure, unbroken white might clash a bit with such a floor. Such an interior may seem a bit tiring. On the other hand, warm colors, such as beige, will look great. You can also consider placing a slightly bolder, strong color on one wall.
A common criticism is that dust, scratches, and marks are more visible on dark floors. We believe this is an undeserved opinion. Just choose a distressed floor, which by design has certain imperfections, highlighting the natural arrangement of layers and knots.
Choosing a light floor is always safer and more conservative. The likelihood that it will look bad is really small. Light floors visually enlarge the interior, making them ideal for small, poorly lit rooms. Light floors go well with almost any style, but are especially perfect for Scandinavian, rustic, and Provencal styles. Furniture with such a floor can have a simple, clean form. Just be careful not to make them too light and monotonous, as the whole interior will then look dull. In that case, it's good to break this uniformity with some colorful accents in the form of accessories, curtains, or sofa cushions. On the other hand, dark, heavy furniture will make the floor seem to "sink." If you decide to place dark furniture on a light floor, choose pieces with a light, delicate line. They should not be too heavy and overwhelming.
Walls in rooms with a light floor can be both dark and light. Light walls will naturally brighten and visually enlarge the interior. Dark walls, on the other hand, add a bit of distinctiveness. You can dare to break this by painting one wall in a stronger, more intense color or in a broken gray, which is very popular lately. We really have a lot of room for experimentation here and can let our imagination run wild.
In summary, when choosing a floor, always remember that it is a choice for years. You should use common sense, taste, and envision how the room will look in the future and what its purpose is. Architectural conditions such as size, location, and lighting are also important. Currently, the choice is very wide, and you can certainly find the perfect color, shade, type of floor, and wood species. If you have any doubts, it is worth consulting with our advisor.
