{"id":18476,"date":"2020-05-10T09:21:42","date_gmt":"2020-05-10T14:21:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.abodo.com\/blog\/?p=18476"},"modified":"2024-12-17T10:04:13","modified_gmt":"2024-12-17T16:04:13","slug":"how-to-choose-the-right-color-for-your-custom-sofa","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.rentable.co\/blog\/how-to-choose-the-right-color-for-your-custom-sofa\/","title":{"rendered":"How To Choose the Right Color for Your Custom Sofa"},"content":{"rendered":"

Selecting a living room color palette upgrade<\/a> that feels cohesive, layered and nuanced can feel overwhelming. Yes, it\u2019s important to consider your space and the furnishings that you have, but you should also have fun with the process.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

We\u2019ve built a set of considerations to help guide your custom sofa<\/a> color choice, incorporating interior design tips that will allow you to commit with confidence.<\/span><\/p>\n

Consideration 1: Current Living Room Design<\/b><\/h2>\n

The first thing to consider when starting with a blank sofa canvas is your current living room d\u00e9cor. This includes fixed design elements that will influence your overall color scheme, including wall color, quality of natural light and other furniture.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Start with wall color<\/b><\/p>\n

This will be the first indication of whether you have a prescribed color palette, or if you\u2019re starting from scratch. If you have white living room walls, the possibilities are endless and the wall color won\u2019t play much of a role in your overall sofa color choice. However, if you have colored walls, you have a few different options. For example, if you have navy blue walls, you can opt for a tonal scheme and go with a sofa in the <\/span>solid blue color family<\/span>, or featuring a <\/span>blue pattern<\/span>. On the other hand, you could also consult a trusty color wheel and opt for a complementary color \u2013 in this case, something with yellow tones. This is a no-fail exercise that you can use as a jumping-off point for just about any wall color.<\/span><\/p>\n

Notice your quality of light<\/b><\/p>\n

This is something that a lot of people overlook, but it\u2019s a fixed consideration and not something you have particular control over, so it\u2019s important to build this into your decision \/ Feng Shui<\/a> process. <\/span><\/p>\n

If a space doesn\u2019t get a lot of natural light \u2013 perhaps you have a small living room that without many windows \u2013 choosing a sofa on the lighter side (versus, say, a deep navy velvet sofa) can create brightness and airiness that reads well in a darker room. However, this (like everything in design!) isn\u2019t a hard-and-fast rule. If you\u2019re aiming for moody, a darker sofa could turn a small living room into a cozy jewel box.<\/span><\/p>\n

Consider existing furnishings<\/b><\/p>\n

What are you already working with?\u00a0 In other words, what d\u00e9cor is non-negotiable and already part of your space? Think: the coffee table, area rug, accent chairs \u2013 take into consideration both their colors and materials. Castlery’s modular sofas<\/a> can compliment your existing furnishings will revitalize your entire living room<\/a>. If you\u2019re working with a lot of natural and organic materials, for example, you may want to opt for a sofa in an earth tone.<\/span><\/div>\n

Consideration 2: Lifestyle<\/b><\/h2>\n

Kids? Pets?\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n

This is perhaps one of the most important functional considerations in sofa color choice. It\u2019s no secret that kids and pets can wreak havoc in high-traffic areas. But it\u2019s also a common misconception that stylish and family-friendly don\u2019t mix. There are a number of insider tricks to blend your grown-up sense of style with the daily trials of markers, spills and pet hair. When considering sofa design and color, keep in mind that more intricate patterns better hide stains. The Inside\u2019s Creative Director Danielle (a toddler mom herself) <\/span>recommends<\/span> a pattern with variation in color and scale (such as an <\/span>animal<\/span> or <\/span>print), while avoiding anything with a white background.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Maintenance commitment?\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n

Another common misconception is that darker colors are good concealers. As anyone who\u2019s ever owned a black car can attest \u2013 dark solids often show the most dirt! If you\u2019re a low maintenance person who\u2019s looking to enjoy their sofa without the regular cleanings, opt for a lighter upholstery color. This will better hide dust, lint and pet hair. Though somewhat counterintuitive, pet owners will be grateful.<\/span><\/p>\n

Consideration 3: Personal Style<\/b><\/h2>\n

Up to this point, these considerations have been largely objective \u2013 function rather than form. This will guide you in the right direction, but the best part about interior design is building a room idea based on your personal style \u2013 a style that feels entirely your own and allows you to express yourself in the space where you spend so much of your daily life.<\/span><\/p>\n

If you identify with a specific style bucket, use that as guidance. Here are a few of the most common aesthetics, with corresponding sofa color guidance:<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n