January 16, 2006
Living in Colour: 2006 is about your colours

Article by: Kim Stinson, Braid Flooring Design Consultant

2006 is about the colour in you. What shades do you love? What colours give you energy? Are there tones that lift your spirit? Decorating trends are taking inspiration from fashion and it’s time to let your favorite colours come out of the closet. Dress your home in the colours you love to wear.

A splash of sweet
Reminiscent of childhood delight, we’ll see an array of cotton candy and Popsicle shades. Found on the palette between pastels and brights, colour is being subdued. Toned pink, purple, coral and green give a soft look, or combine yellow-green and orange for a tropical twist. The thought of using these shades in permanent fixtures may be intimidating, so incorporate them with area rugs, throws, cushions, candles and other decor accessories.

Into the blue
Inspired by sea and sky the new blues range from deep aquamarine to hues from above. Turquoise turns sapphire and blue tints appear in red. Drift away in a soothing shade or live it up with vivid contrast. Create dramatic patterns with various sizes, colours and shapes of tiling. Make a peaceful retreat by combining shades of blue and green with a touch of metallic finishes or glasswork tiles.

Au natural
The pace of technology and speed of life leaves us longing for a touch of the basics. Traditional earth tones are easy on the eyes and create a relaxing home environment. Look to the beach, the desert and the forest for natural colour inspiration. For paint colours look to soft Sand Dollar or enriching Lily Green, new from Pantone. Wider floor planks reflect nature and are replacing the traditional inch plank. Get back to your roots by incorporating satin finished or oil stained hardwood, or heritage inspired flooring.

Let Braid Flooring help you live by your colours in 2006.

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