That’s it, you’ve finally chosen the sofa model that will take pride of place in your living room. Well done! Now all you have to do is choose the colour, which is no easy task. To make sure you don’t go wrong, we recommend choosing the colour of your sofa based on your interior design, as you don’t want your sofa to clash with your décor. Below are some criteria to consider when choosing the colour of your sofa. And if you’re still lacking inspiration, we’ll give you some colour ideas that are sure to make an impact in your living room.
Which criterias to choose the colour of your sofa ?
Choosing the colour of a sofa depending on its material
Leather, imitation leather, fabric, microfibre, not all materials are available in all colours. Take leather, for example: black, brown or white sofas are the most common. Leather sofas in bright colours are rare. Leather and imitation leather sofas are ideal for rooms with an elegant or industrial style. More neutral colours are therefore preferable with this material.
Fabric offers a wider variety of colours, so if you are looking for a more original sofa, opt for a fabric model. When it comes to velvet, duck blue and pine green are very trendy colours for sofas. They would look great in rooms with contemporary or vintage décor. Velvet is a material that offers a fairly wide variety of colours. This material creates a cosy, vintage atmosphere in your home.
Choosing the colour of a sofa depending on the design of the living room
If your living room has a minimalist style, then a light-coloured sofa such as white or beige will be perfect. A leather or faux leather sofa will fit perfectly into a more industrial décor. For a seaside-style living room, opt for natural colours such as blue, yellow or orange. In vintage-style interiors, velvet sofas are all the rage. Velvet armchairs in different colours are also very trendy.
Choosing the colour of your sofa depending on the colour of the paint
To maintain a harmonious décor in your room, you should choose a sofa colour that will complement the paint colour of the walls. Avoid mixing too many bright colours together. For example, if your walls are light in colour, you could opt for a slightly brighter sofa colour such as green, red or blue. If you choose a beige or white sofa, you will create a soft and refined atmosphere in the room. A dark sofa in black, brown or dark grey in a room with light-coloured walls will highlight the furniture in the room. Conversely, if your walls are painted in a dark colour, a sofa in light tones will stand out, but you could also opt for a green or blue velvet sofa to create a baroque atmosphere.
7 colour ideas for your sofa
The white sofa
White is a bright colour that will fit perfectly into modern, minimalist interiors. This sofa has the advantage of matching many colours. The only drawback of a white sofa is that you have to be careful about stains. Ideally, you should buy a white sofa with removable covers so that it is easier to clean.
The grey sofa
The grey sofa is a neutral and classic model. Often made of fabric, it has the advantage of fitting in with all styles of décor. It goes just as well with bright colours as it does with more subdued colours. With a grey sofa, you can have fun with your décor.
The black sofa
The black sofa is timeless and modern. We do not recommend it for dark rooms as it may make the room appear even darker. Dark colours have the advantage of not showing dirt easily, so dark sofas last longer than light-coloured sofas.
The taupe sofa
Taupe is the perfect neutral colour. It suits just about any style and atmosphere. Whether contemporary, industrial or more classic, taupe will discreetly enhance your room.
The blue sofa
The blue sofa adds a touch of colour while remaining understated. The duck blue sofa will add character to an interior that is a little too classic.
The orange sofa
Orange is a vibrant colour that will bring warmth and originality to your room. Although it is not a common colour, when paired with the right furniture, it will look very stylish.
The green sofa
Green is a more natural colour. A green sofa combined with wooden décor will look stunning.
Now you have all the information you need to choose the colour of your sofa to match your living room décor. Your sofa should complement the furniture, décor and design of your interior.
