The combination of dark furniture with light walls in the interior is perhaps one of the most popular. And this is correct, because using such a tandem, it will be difficult for you to miss and do something differently than you would like. Everything will look very good! However, dark or black furniture in the interior attracts a lot of attention, absorbs light and, with a large amount of it, the room will become visually small, dark and uncomfortable.
Under no circumstances should you give up your intention to acquire what you really want. It is only important to correctly and wisely think through the interior for dark furniture, and the result will satisfy you!
In this article we want to talk about the basic rules that will help you when you need to work out the design of a bedroom, kitchen or living room, and we will demonstrate how black and dark furniture looks in the interior of a room in the photo.
So, all the most difficult repair work has already been completed. The dust and long days of waiting are behind us, it's time to choose finishing materials. And you see your already completely finished room interior with black furniture. Well, the course has been set, all that’s left is to find and acquire everything that your imagination has already drawn.
A few simple rules will help you navigate and choose the right color, tone and shade when going to the construction market or traveling to a large shopping center:
- light ceiling + light walls + dark floor = the room will become visually wider;
- dark ceiling + light walls + dark floor = the room will be visually wider if there is not much furniture, but the height of the room will noticeably decrease;
- light ceiling + dark walls + light floor = emphasis on horizontal lines, the furniture will merge with the walls, the room will become visually narrower, the floor will seem psychologically unreliable;
- light ceiling + light wall opposite the entrance + light floor = the room will be narrowed, the ceilings will seem higher, but the floor will again seem to disappear from under your feet;
- light ceiling + dark back wall + light floor = less visual depth of the room;
- light ceiling + dark walls + dark floor = an excellent option for a bedroom, creating a mysterious, albeit slightly gloomy atmosphere;
- dark ceiling + light back wall, dark side walls + light floor = will create a tunnel effect.
Feel free to use this cheat sheet and be sure that the result will more than repay the effort!
In the meantime, let us present to your attention an interior with dark furniture (a hall, as many like to say):
Dark wallpaper in the interior of a living space
Brown wallpaper is ideal for decorating the background of a bedroom, office or living room.
It is important to remember that if the tone of brown is dark, then it will go perfectly with warm colors, silver, gold and white palettes, and on the contrary, light shades of brown are an ideal combination with dark tones of furniture, decorative items and accessories.
In a room with dark wallpaper, white furniture looks great; it is a classic of the genre, a win-win option for interior design. Designers usually use a dark background in the bedroom, as this creates an atmosphere of peace, tranquility, and relaxation in the room.
The dark background is well complemented by splashes of other colors, for example:
- Red;
- Dairy;
- Green;
- Yellow.
Dark wallpaper does not have to be brown. Today it is important to decorate walls in a dark green, dark blue or dark gray palette. Dark purple wallpaper is very popular among designers today. The popularity of purple is indicated by the fact that such a background fits almost all stylistic trends, from minimalism to neo-Gothic. In a room with dark purple wallpaper, it is good to place white furniture and black interior items.
It is important to understand that dark wallpaper in a bedroom or any other room does not mean that the room will become lifeless, dull and gloomy.
It is the dark background that gives you the chance to create a unique interior; the most important thing is to use the services of a professional designer.
Choosing furniture for a bright room
Even before the renovation is completed, people begin to worry about the question of what color to choose a sofa for a bright room. Each color has its own effect on mood, emotional and visual perception. Warm colors bring objects closer and provide a festive feeling. Cold ones are soothing.
Classic combination of red, white and black colors
Choosing furniture color
A light-colored room will combine furniture of absolutely any shade. The main thing is not to forget that each color has its own mood:
- red – increases appetite, suitable for the kitchen, office, study, very dynamic;
- orange – ideal for a teenager’s room, improves mood;
- yellow - the living room looks beautiful in this color, it adds airiness and lightness;
- green – relaxing, calming, suitable for modern design;
- blue can be depressing, so it is not recommended for bedrooms, but it will look luxurious in a living room or office;
- blue – airy, yet cool, quite appropriate in the kitchen;
- purple is mysterious, but you need to be careful with it; if you dilute it slightly, it will be suitable for a children's room.
Green furniture is an excellent solution for a child’s room
Glossy set with lilac facades in a high-tech kitchen
It is advisable to select furniture and walls in the same color scheme. The sofa, wardrobe, bed should be in harmony with the wallpaper or paint.
Light wallpaper and dark floor, dark wallpaper and light floor - what combinations are there?
The combination of a dark floor and light wallpaper, as well as dark wallpaper and a light floor, is a contrasting and very effective interior solution. For small rooms, a dark floor and light walls are ideal; this allows you to visually expand the space of a small room. If the laminate or linoleum is dark and the walls are light, then you definitely need to add dark decorative spots in the form of panels, doors, and decorative elements. It is also important to take into account the lighting in the room, the amount of sunlight, so as not to overdo it with a dark color.
You will find even more tips on choosing wallpaper for a small bedroom in the following material:
All shades of brown are suitable as a dark palette. If the combination is the opposite, namely dark wallpaper and a light floor, then it is important to understand: the room decorated in this way will visually become narrower, so this color combination is usually used in large and spacious rooms. This combination is not recommended for use in the kitchen or hallway, since any dirt will be immediately visible on a light-colored floor.
The following design techniques will help to visually enlarge the space with dark wallpaper:
- Designers recommend placing mirrors on the walls; this will visually expand the space.
- You can decorate the walls with both dark and light wallpaper.
- Additional lighting will expand the space; you can place sconces on the walls, or install an original floor lamp. Colored lamps will add special charm to the room.
By following the basic advice of designers, you can create a harmonious interior. The most important thing is not to overdo it with dark colors.
What rules should you follow when choosing wallpaper for a living space, read the article:
Features of modern vision
The first thing that needs to be noted for a deep understanding of this issue is that dark is not always black. All the colors of the rainbow are present here, just in a different design. Therefore, first of all, one should discard the opinion of the darkness and tragedy of a dark interior.
The gloomy palette also fades into the background due to the visual reduction of the room, due to its coldness and indifference. They mistakenly believe that a dark ensemble brings depression and stress into the house and creates a melancholy atmosphere. But it is worth considering that this type of interior design has a special nobility, mystery and protection, so residents feel at home, as if in a fortress.
A dark interior has the following characteristic features:
- the “gloomy” accent on the wall provides a visual expansion of the boundaries of the room;
- heat preservation;
- creating a chamber environment with light, delicate motifs (bedroom, hookah room, living room and bathroom);
- sophistication and sophistication of details;
- variety of shades.
By the way, about shades. Some of them have taken root in design and are especially in demand when planning renovations.
What wallpaper to put in a dark room: tips from designers
Many people face the problem of very dark rooms. A dark room can occur not only in small apartments; residents of country houses are not immune to this effect. Even if the house is on the sunny side, this does not always prevent the room from becoming too gloomy.
As for decorating a room with wallpaper, it is important to remember: only light wallpaper is suitable for dark rooms.
The ideal color option is:
- Beige;
- Pistachio;
- Cream;
- Citric;
- Golden;
- Yellow.
Light colors should be bright and cheerful, making the room more pleasant to be in. It’s a good idea to mix colors or place a photo wallpaper depicting a sunny forest on one of the walls. Wallpaper with an unobtrusive pattern will help brighten the room; it should not be dark or large. If preference was given to plain wallpaper, then one of the walls should be highlighted with wallpaper of a different color.
Wallpaper for a dark living room: how to choose the finish for a small room
What wallpaper is suitable for a small, dark living room? A good idea for the main room of the house is to combine several light shades. The lightest color of wallpaper should be glued to the most unlit wall. You should also not forget about the decorative elements; a few lively, bright accents will add mood and positivity to the interior. To make a dark room lighter and more vibrant, when choosing wallpaper you need to pay attention to the texture of the material.
For a dark small living room, it is better to choose the following types of wallpaper:
- Vinyl;
- Textile;
- For painting;
- Paper;
- Non-woven.
You should avoid matte wallpaper with deep texture. But it is better to prefer a glossy material that will reflect the rays, thereby adding sunlight to the small room. If you have thoughts about finishing with a material with a relief coating, then you need to urgently throw them out of your head, since such wallpaper will absorb the already poor lighting of the room.
Advantages and disadvantages
There are certain flaws in this design that are recommended to be studied more deeply:
- visual reduction of free space in the room;
- the need for additional lighting;
- taking into account complex patterns and ornaments.
When choosing a dark interior, you need a clear understanding of all risks and their minimization.
As for the benefits, the list is a little longer, although not everyone mentions it:
- versatility - excellent combination with any style;
- the ability to combine with other shades;
- majesty of the interior;
- a feeling of inner harmony, peace and tranquility.
To avoid leaving any room for negatives, you can plan a dark color scheme in a place where there is a lot of natural light; dilute such tones with bright accents; use suitable prints and decorative details.
The right combination of dark and light wallpaper in the interior
Beautiful combinations of colors in the interior of a room are the dream of any person who has started a renovation. Today, many combination methods have been developed.
Pay attention to the advice of professionals on how to visually increase the height of the ceiling:
There are universal ways to select colors:
- Easy combination. This method is characterized by the use of two colors.
- Complex combination. This method involves combining more than two colors and shades.
- Unusual combinations. This method involves combining more than three different shades.
When combining dark and light wallpaper, it is important to decide what result a person wants to see after the renovation. When using dark and light tones, one of the colors will definitely prevail. Light wallpaper is not necessarily white or beige, it can be pink, pistachio and peach colors. A dark wall will be a kind of interesting accent in the room.
A great option is to decorate the room with black and white wallpaper. This combination is bold, daring and interesting. Black and white wallpaper is ideal for a classic or high-tech style.
Living room
The dark interiors of living rooms captivate with their inherent diversity and breadth. Here, a large scale is possible, which is characteristic of antiquity, or modesty and laconic lines, characteristic of minimalism.
The decoration of living rooms is dominated by burgundy, brown and dark green shades. The chosen palette should soothe and emphasize the intimacy of a conversation with a loved one. A fireplace (which will play the role of lighting) and stylish floor lamps will bring warmth to the living room.
So, a dark interior is not a fact of a gloomy awareness of the world and a tragic worldview. This is an art that needs to be understood and rediscovered.
