Orange Picks for Your Home

Wednesday, November 22nd, 2017

L’Arc King Upholstered King Bed from the Deco Collection of Fine Furniture Design was aptly framed by the pops of orange all around. 

How do you feel around the color orange? This hue is an energetic and strong color because, to begin with, it is the fusion of two powerful colors – red and yellow. No wonder, orange is attention-grabbing which is why it is often used in ads.

People look at orange and they feel suddenly happy, bright, and uplifted. Too much of it and it can be overwhelming, too. Just like purple, this bright and standout color is a controversial one. You either love or hate it – there are no gray areas or feelings for it.

So how do you use orange so that you won’t appear vulgar or blatant?

It is crucial that you understand how the feelings associated with orange are not universal, meaning, culture and other factors also play a role in how you perceive this color.

The way you perceive orange also plays a role in how you are going to successfully use it in your home. If orange is linked to autumn then, in your mind, you will feel positive feelings about it. It could be inadvertently linked to activities done during the holidays.

Orange can both be energetic yet spiritual. If there is one universal thing about orange, it is that it almost always become the center of attention. This is a color that is definitely begging to be looked upon.

Orange Interiors

Just imagine carrot-colored area rugs or apricot bathroom tiles – all these achieve a reputation of being retro-chic. Are you going to be in when you decide to use orange at the end of this year?

Oh, absolutely. Just try not to think of this exciting color as something that you should avoid. Use it, instead, to your advantage.

Orange + White

Just like lime green and banana yellow, if you do paint your walls with a vibrant color such as orange, of course, every activity there will be equally vibrant. Don’t let this color make you overexcited, though, as it can be toned down to compliment other color schemes.

The most basic way of doing this is to opt for the simple combo – orange and white. Time to break up those orange carpets with white details then keep repeating the look with white cornices and whitewashed woodwork.

If you like the idea of having an orange accent wall, then be sure to keep the other three plain. Break up this look by placing whitewashed cabinet right in front of that exciting accent wall.

Not too many people decide to use orange in their bedrooms but should you do so, be sure to use white linen and mix with orange and white pillow covers. White and orange drapes also work well in a more relaxed environment.

Be retro-chic with the Uttermost Accessories Valda Orange Wool Pouf 23953. 

Orange Living Room

An awesome way to use orange is for it to add the necessary warmth in an otherwise cold ambiance.  Just imagine a reception room with an orange accent wall – it’s like screaming welcome, we love having you here!

Predominantly white living rooms badly need a breath of energetic orange. Mid-orange tint should do the trick and should be amazing enough to create a little excitement in any boring space. Add natural light and you can even get away with two orange accent walls.

Twin Tone It

‘Tired of using orange as mere accent color? Then you’re one of the bolder few. Go ahead and use it alongside other vibrant hues such as yellow and red. Mid-orange walls work well with sienna ceilings just as yellow ceilings also work with a single orange wall.

Orange Details

Now, down to the details. Your guest bedroom, for instance, can be the home for orange, brown, and gray hues. Orange will dominate, of course, especially when you use it at the center of the activity such as when it is an area rug or a lampshade.

Detailing works for chairs, too.

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