How to combine flooring and furniture? 9 design tips

Wooden floors, a popular choice in many homes, offer practicality and aesthetic charm. They bring texture and warmth to various spaces such as kitchens, living rooms, and bedrooms. The challenge for many is how to effectively decorate rooms with wooden floors to highlight their beauty without clashing in design. Here are ten design tips and decorating strategies to help you emphasize the charm of your wooden floors.

1. Choose a color palette.

Choosing the right colors that match your wooden floor is key. Start with identifying the undertone of the wood, which can be yellow, orange, red, gray, or brown. Use a color wheel to find colors that complement your wooden floor. For example, shades of blue balance wood with yellow or orange undertones, while green beautifully complements floors with brown hues.

 

2. Diverse materials for furniture and accessories.

Avoid an excess of wood in your apartment. Balance your wooden floors with a mix of materials, such as woven fabrics, leather, metal, and painted surfaces. You can incorporate these through upholstered seating, additional furniture, and decorations on the walls.

3. Continue with wooden floors across the rooms.

In homes with open floor plans, it is best to maintain the same flooring in different rooms to avoid undesirable transitions. This consistency not only creates a pleasant aesthetic but also makes cleaning and maintenance easier.

4. Soften the wooden floors with rugs.

Wooden floors do not have the softness of carpets. To increase walking comfort, use carpets. They not only provide comfort but also help define spaces and anchor furniture in open areas.

 

5. Mix wood tones between the floors and furniture.

Don't try to keep a uniform wood tone for the flooring with the furniture. On the contrary, modern design often combines different textures and finishes for a more dynamic and layered look. However, try to keep wooden surfaces within the same undertones. 

6. Balance the wooden floors with a finer texture.

Balance the strength of wooden floors with softer materials. Designer leathers, wool, airy curtains, and cotton sheets add softness and coziness. Incorporating glass lamps and metal fixtures can also add depth and comfort to the space.

7. Brighten dark wooden floors.

In rooms with dark wooden floors, introduce lighter elements. Light cabinets, white walls, and patterned carpets can create a striking contrast and bring in light that highlights the beauty of the wood.

8. Consider the wooden floor as neutral.

If your wooden floors do not have strong yellow or red undertones, consider them a neutral base. This approach allows for greater freedom in choosing furniture and accessories in various colors. For example, in the dining nook, you can have light upholstered chairs and a unique dining table on an unobtrusive wooden floor.

9. Bring bright colors into the interior.

Divert attention from wooden floors by adding bright, painted elements. In the kitchen, a colorful island or vibrant bar stools can draw the eye up and away from the floor, focusing on the lively accents.

These decorative ideas will help highlight the natural charm of your wooden floors while bringing your personal style into the design of your home.