Wall Colour Ideas That Perfectly Match Wooden Floors (and Tile Alternatives)

A wooden floor is the classiest and most luxurious flooring option that homeowners can choose for their homes. It can be used in both traditional as well as modern settings while creating an aura of elegance with warmth. 

While wood is quite popular, it can also be difficult to maintain, especially in spaces prone to moisture. In such spaces, it is better to stick to wooden tiles that feel and look just like real wood without the extra hassle of maintenance and a specific kind of cleaning. 

How to Match Wall Colour with Wood Floor

Let us have a look at various wall color combinations with wooden floor options and how you can create a stunning space by combining them with different wall colors.

Wall Paint Colours for Light Wood Floors

Light wood shades such as oak, ash, or birch bring an airy, spacious feeling. When combined with different wall paint colours, it can create a stunning space, 

• White or Cream

For a uniform look that looks modern and elegant, you can always choose beige, cream, or white shades for your walls paired with a simple yet mesmerizing light-coloured wooden floor. 

Pro Tip: Use Orientbell’s DR DGVT Hickory Wood Brown or Natural Rotowood Beige tiles to achieve this bright, uniform look.

• Muted Colours

Muted shades, such as pastel shades including pastel green, pastel blue, etc. can look great with white or similar shades on a wooden floor. You can also pair these shades with wooden plank tiles quite efficiently.

Pro Tip: Try Natural Rotowood Silver and add pastel accent walls to create a soothing retreat.

• Dark blue or Charcoal

For great contrast, you can always choose darker walls, such as charcoal or blue, which will mesmerize your guests.

• Cool Hues

Cool hues such as light blue, pink, purple, lavender, etc. look stunning with pale wood flooring. It also allows for a seamless and uniform look.

Pro Tip: Glossy paint finishes reflect light and make small rooms appear larger.

Wall Colors for Medium-Toned Wood Floors

Mid-tone woods such as teak or walnut are warm and versatile, pairing well with balanced colours.

• White or Neutral grey

White and neutral greys are universal shades that can look good in almost every space and every combination.

Pro Tip: Choose Orientbell’s DGVT Poplar Brown or Walnut Wood tiles for a refined, contemporary look.

• Warm Yellows

You can combine warmer shades, such as warm yellow, with medium-toned wooden floors for an exciting and decadent look.

• Pastels

For people who want a simple yet classy look, wooden floors can be combined with pastels such as light pink, purple, etc.

• Cool blues and Greens

Blues and greens- the classic warm tones with medium wood flooring create a soft, welcoming aesthetic.

Also read- How to Lay Wooden Flooring Tiles with 5 Different Patterns

Wall Paint Colors for Dark Wood Floors

Dark woods such as mahogany or ebony offer a rich, luxurious feel. Pair them with:

• White or Cream

For achieving an elegant interior look, try combining white, cream, or beige shades with dark-toned wooden floors.

Pro Tip: Try Orientbell’s Walnut Wood Wenge tiles with matte white walls for a bold, high-contrast style.

• Pastels Colours

Pastel shades, when combined with a wooden floor, can uplift your space, creating a harmonious and balanced environment.

• Dark Blue

If you want a rich, palatial feeling, use dark blue on your walls and combine it with dark wooden floors.

• Soft Greys and Cool Greys

For a modern look, you can combine various shades of greys with dark wooden flooring.

• Muted Shades of Green

Green walls and dark wooden floors will make your space feel like dense Amazonian forests- perfect for your studies and bedrooms.

For Cherry & Oak Wooden Floors

• Cherry Floors

Cherry Hardwood is a versatile material with different shades. It can go well with shades such as neutrals, pastels, and even darker tones.

• Oak Floors

Oakwood colour is known for its dark and rich tones. This can be paired with shades of brown for a rich ‘cabin’ look, or you can combine it with shades such as blue and purple for a royal and decadent look.

Tile Alternative: Natural Rotowood Beige or Oak Brown tiles bring the same rich warmth, minus the upkeep.

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How to Choose Paint Shades for Your Walls

• Matching and Contrasting With Accessories and Furniture

When selecting a wall shade, consider your furniture and accessories to ensure they complement each other and don’t feel out of place. 

• Test with Swatches

Before you paint your entire wall in one shade or texture, test it with the help of swatches. Sometimes, shades and textures may look good on paper but may end up looking horrible on walls. 

• Consider Wooden Undertones

Wood has various undertones that can be classified as warm and cool. Consider these factors when choosing a paint to ensure they don’t clash with each other. 

• Simple And Classy With Analogous Colour Scheme

Remember to choose an analogous colour scheme for a simple yet classy look.

• Neutrals For Your Walls

If you need clarification about shades and various tones, it is always recommended to go with neutrals, as neutrals work with almost all kinds of shades, tones, and colours. 

• Bold And Beautiful Using Contrast

For a bold and beautiful look, choose contrasting shades that work well with each other. Contrasting shades can be used with both light-coloured woods as well as dark-wood colours.

Quick Colour & Tile Pairing Cheat Sheet

Conclusion

When pairing tiles with wood floors, make sure to match not just the colors but also the overall floor design and wall paint shades that complement the wood tones. By considering the nitty-gritty details of design, you will be able to create a space that will be the envy of your neighbors. Try Orientbell’s TriaLook visualiser to preview wall and floor combinations before you buy.

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