Gray color in the interior
Have you ever wondered how many shades of gray exist? Surely not, because most people tend to think of it as a plain, boring, monotonous color that in no way can decorate the interior. In fact, there are a great many shades that enter the palette of gray: silver, steel, the color of wet asphalt, ashy, smoky, pearl and many others.
However, recently it has been used more often, finally, appreciated. Gray color has come into fashion, so you need to figure out how you can and should use it so that it plays with new colors and becomes a true decoration of the interior.
Versatility in shades of gray
This color is not boring, but universal, as it is considered a transitional shade between white and black. This is confirmed by examples of its use not only in the home, but also in office the interior.
It is his neutrality and detachment that contribute to fruitful work, without being distracted by extraneous details. It harmoniously combines with any other colors, emphasizing their merits, and making the interior luxurious, interesting and noble.
Gray color is ideal for exhibition halls, art galleries, in which wall decoration is designed to be as neutral as possible so as not to distract from viewing works of art, but it should be done with great artistic taste.
The secret of elegance - in the complexity of shades
Watching the shades of gray, in no way can they be called boring. They can be very interesting and be perceived as warm or cold tones. Fans of warm colors should pay attention to the gray color with a yellowish, brownish tint.
The colder version includes combinations with a green, blue-violet tone.
The amazing ability of gray to harmonize with all other tones makes it possible to implement any design idea. At the same time, the room will become calm, cozy and peaceful. Gray color is distinguished by a certain nobility. The walls painted in this color will give the room style and effect. You can diversify the interior with the help of curtains, pillows of bright colors, which in a different situation could look inappropriate and ridiculous. You can beat this color by applying it in the colors of the carpet or flooring.
Unlimited Lighting
If the gray color is used in saturated, dark colors, then snow-white shades can dilute it, either in the decor elements, or being the main tone of the furniture. Lighting is of great importance. It is desirable that it be natural. Sources of artificial light should be given a secondary role.
Gray color mainly refers to light colors, which allows you to fill the room with light at any time of the year. Imagine a variant with huge window openings through which light flows through an unlimited stream.
The mood instantly improves, there is a taste for life and the opportunity to admire the expanses and beauties outside the window, outside the premises.
Color and style: the best combination
The most spectacular gray color looks in combination with a modern style, high tech and minimalism. In this case, the functional distribution of furniture in the room, the absence of frills, overload in the interior, which could spoil the whole picture, are appropriate.
The combination with classic or retro style is also favorable, because they use natural materials that are suitable for style and composition. Looks great light variation of gray in the kitchen, as it can emphasize the cleanliness of the room.
The pearl tone in the bedroom will add sophistication and luxury to this room, filling the room with coolness and tranquility. However, it is believed that for children's room this is not the most successful color, unless it is a hyperactive child. But even in this case, there must be elements of more saturated tones, contrasting with gray. Children should grow and learn the world based on bright colors and their shades.
For both office style and home office, shades of gray are considered optimal. They are able to give a business atmosphere. For a change, smoky and steel shades can be used.
Some secrets of gray color
- Properly selected colors will give the room elegance and sophistication. Using unsuccessful shades will make it unattractive, conservative and gloomy.
- Gray is best combined with white, black and brown.
- It is optimal to choose gray color as the basis, background for brighter, more dynamic shades (red, cherry, orange)
- Lightened gray can be used in the decoration of any room. The dark gray color needs to be used carefully and diluted with bright, light shades.
- Gray color provides a unique chance to experiment, create unusual and original design solutions. The main thing is to know in all measure.
- Shades of gray are very well combined with wood tones: light yellow, reddish, walnut, oak and many others. At the same time, the interior becomes more relaxed.
The combination with a milk, cream or caramel shade gives the interior warmth and softness. The combination of a light gray shade with pale blue or yellow also looks very balanced. There is no need to fear gray, because, as you can see, it can be so interesting and diverse, a real paradise for the realization of any idea and dream.
