A herringbone floor is a statement in itself. The refined pattern subtly draws attention. But the real ambiance only emerges when you combine the floor with the right colours in your interior.
How do you ensure that the whole remains balanced? In this article, you'll discover practical tips and inspiration for living rooms and apartments.
Why colour is so important with a herringbone floor
The herringbone pattern creates movement in the room. If you also choose strong wall colours or busy furniture, the whole can become restless. The right colour combination, however, creates harmony.
The basic rule: the more pronounced the pattern, the calmer the rest of the interior.
Combining a light herringbone with colours
A light oak or beige herringbone floor can be easily combined with soft shades such as sand, cream, and light grey. This creates a spacious effect and fits well in modern homes.
Do you want more contrast? Combine with warm earthy tones such as terracotta or olive green.
Combining a dark herringbone with colours
A dark or smoked floor adds depth to the room. Combine with light walls for contrast or with deep colours such as dark blue or warm green for a luxurious look.
Pay attention to sufficient daylight to prevent the room from feeling too heavy.
Combining herringbone with colours in the living room
In the living room, the floor forms the base. Therefore, choose a colour that matches your furniture and wall finishes. With underfloor heating – often present in modern living rooms – a PVC variant is practical and comfortable.
A neutral sofa and natural materials such as wood and linen enhance the elegant appearance of the herringbone pattern.
Combining herringbone with colours in an apartment
In smaller spaces, a light floor often works best. This enhances the spatial effect. Combine with light walls and subtle accents to let the pattern stand out.
For apartments, it's also smart to choose a low-maintenance floor, especially with intensive use.
Colour combinations that always work
- Light oak + white and beige
- Warm natural + sand and taupe
- Dark oak + cream and gold accents
- Grey tones + soft green tones
Material and colour: wood or PVC?
Wood has natural colour nuances that add extra depth. PVC offers a consistent colour and is low-maintenance. Both materials are suitable for a herringbone, depending on your living preferences.
In combination with underfloor heating, PVC is often a practical choice due to its efficient heat conduction.
Buying herringbone? Pay attention to this
- Choose a colour that suits your light incidence
- Consider existing furniture
- Check suitability for underfloor heating
- Ask for advice if in doubt
View our herringbone collection
Curious about which colours are available? Discover our collection and be inspired by different shades and materials.
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Discover the latest trends
Do you want to know which colours are currently popular? Read our article on herringbone trends.
Read more about herringbone trends
Advice in our showroom
In our showroom, you can view different colour combinations and experience how a herringbone floor works with various wall and furniture colours. Our advisors are happy to help you with personal colour advice.
