Blue – obsessed with this calming hue!

Blue is the color of the deep water and of the clear sky and these are both images that relax us and create a calming feeling. It’s why blue is a strategic color usually used to emphasize a certain type of décor. It’s often used in bathrooms because of the analogy with water and it’s also commonly used in bedrooms.

Porch blue accents
In the kitchen you can have blue flooring and maintain a neutral décor throughout

You can either use blue as a main color, in which case you can use it on the walls and for other main elements, or as an accent color for elements such as curtains, lighting fixtures, artwork and so on.

Porch blue accents
Light and pastel shades of blue are very calming and pleasant
Porch blue accents
Blue is a great accent color for the bathroom because of the association with water
Porch blue accents
In the bedroom, most often we use pastel shades and simple combinations
Porch blue accents
The white and blue combination is very chic and vibrant, perfect for the kitchen
Porch blue accents
Create a relaxing atmosphere on the verandah with blue accents like the clear sky
Porch blue accents
Turquoise is also a shade of blue and a wonderful accent color
Porch blue accents
The white and blue combination is classical and a nice option for more traditional decors
Porch blue accents
Add a pop of color to the porch and mimic the shades found in nature

There are several types of blue and a multitude of different shades. Depending on the atmosphere you are trying to create, you can choose from pastels, usually used in bedrooms and resting areas which need to be calming and relaxing, or more vibrant shades of blue which you can use in areas such as the living room, the kitchen or the outdoors. Also, there’s a variety of combinations of colors that include blue which you can opt for. The white and blue combo is a classic, very fresh and elegant.

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