The Power of Color

Color is a subtle, yet critical, element of design. Psychologists have found that colors account for 60 percent of our emotional response to a room. When selecting flooring for your home or office space, your color choices will affect the mood, energy level, and productivity of everyone in the space. The following is a guide to help you determine what floor/carpet color best fits the desired mood of your home or office.

Color is also capable of altering your perception of the size of a room. To make a room seem more intimate, select a floor covering that is darker than the room’s walls – dark blue, purple, and rich browns will create a cozier feel. On the other hand, a lighter floor color reflects more light, making a room appear more expansive – smaller rooms should have brighter floors. Install lighter shades of carpeting, hardwood, and stone to make the small room feel larger than it actually is.

When choosing flooring, it is important to consider the patterns and colors in the room. If you already have colorful walls, bold furniture, and patterned throw pillows, you should choose flooring that is more subtle and muted. On the other hand, if your furniture and walls are basic, spice it up with a herringbone pattern for your hardwood floor, or create a patterned tile design.

The power color has to shape the way we feel about a room is almost magical. Used properly, the right color combinations foster productivity, cheerfulness, creativity, and energy, which can transform an ordinary space into a room full of an emotional experience.