We are already used to mixing metals in one space, mixing patterns, colors and textures but we’ve never talked about mixing wood tones. Is it possible to mix them up or should you go for a matchy-matchy look? If possible, then how to mix them up with style?
Mixing different wood tones is actually a good and fresh idea as using the same tone everywhere can make the space look really bare. Adding in various wood tones can add beautiful layers and contrast into a space. But to achieve that natural, effortless look, you have to know how to mix wood tones the right way. Here’s some tips for how to mix wood tones in your home and get a very stylish look at the same time.
Undertones
Each type of wood can be categorized under having either warm or cool undertones. Warm undertones include hints yellow, orange, and red, while cool undertones are closer with blue, green, black, and gray. When mixing woods, you’ll want them to all have the same undertones – all warm or all cool. This will help make the space feel cohesive and blend together rather than overwhelming the room.
Get samples of the woods that you’re considering using in your space and compare the wood’s undertones next to each other before getting started. Place the samples in the room and see how they look together in different types of lighting, such as during the day and at night. These simple tricks will help you achieve the best look that you may get in the room.
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A bold living room with a whitewashed floor, rich-stained wooden beams and a mantel, woven lamps that match and a black sectional.
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A cozy scandinavian dining room design.
Pick A Dominant Wood
Choose a dominant wood tone to serve as the base for the entire room. The dominant wood is either the flooring, the cabinetry, or the largest piece of furniture in the space. Based off of the dominant wood, select accent woods that compliment it and bring some contrast and layers to the overall look. If you want to make more of a statement, choose a light and dark wood tone and create a bold look makign a contrast.
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A cozy Scandi space with a hearth, a grey stained planked floor, rich-stained planked walls and a staircase and grey furniture is welcoming.
A farmhouse kitchen with white cabinetry, a grey kitchen island, a dark stained floor, rich-stained wooden beams and countertops.
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A light-filled living room with built-in shelves, a fireplace, comfortable modern furniture, a catchy laminate floor with several tones and light-stained furniture legs.
Keep Natural Variations In Mind
Since wood is a natural element, there are usually natural variations seen across each wood type. You’re going to notice some differences in the grains of the woods that you selected, so keep that in mind when selecting your wood types if you don’t want the grains to make the room feel busy. We suggest going with a white oak or maple as one of your selections, as these wood types tend to have more subtle variations and a cleaner look.
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A cozy farmhouse kitchen design.
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A Nordic dining space with a rich-stained buffet, a light-stained table and warm-stained chairs, black pendant lamps.
A refined living room with a burgundy sectional, a black chair, a light-stained wooden floor, a neutral rug and a rich-stained wooden table.
A refined minimalist kitchen with a dining space, with light-stained wood with various tones is a very chic and cool idea.
Create Contrast
It’s important that you don’t let the various wood tones overwhelm the room. Create some contrast and balance by incorporating pieces that are made of different materials. For instance, if you’re mixing wood tones in a living room, add in a metal coffee table, a sofa with a cozy fabric, and an area rug to help break up the look of the space. If you’re mixing wood tones in a kitchen or bathroom, use backsplash tiles and matte hardware to serve as contrasting pieces. Get inspired by various ideas below and make your space more refined and eye-catchy with beautiful wood tones!
A refined minimalist kitchen with a dining space, with light-stained wood with various tones is a very chic and cool idea.
A rustic kitchen with light-stained cabinetry, open shelving, built-in storage furniture, rich-stained stools and a reclaimed wood ceiling.
A Scandi dining space with a light-stained floor, a rich-stained table and chairs, black chairs and some potted plants is amazing.
A Scandinavian kitchen with black cabinetry and a kitchen island, a whitewashed floor, a black table and chairs plus a light-stained ceiling.
A sophisticated neutral living room with a large sofa, white chairs with warm-stained wood, a reclaimed wood coffee table for a contrast.
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A white farmhouse kitchen with white cabinets, a refined kitchen island, a reclaimed wooden floor, light-stained wooden beams and a ceiling.
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