How do you match doors to the colour and type of flooring? [Guide]
Flooring and doors are the kind of furnishings that are rarely replaced, so it is important that they work well together. The wrong decision with this duo will result in a sense of disharmony and visual discomfort. There are a few key principles to consider in order to make the right choice and get the doors right for the floor.
As a rule of thumb, when decorating a flat or house, the floors are one of the first areas to be considered. Doors, on the other hand, are purchased towards the end of the decorating process. Nevertheless, care should be taken to ensure that the floor and the door match (on both sides of the leaf) – an important styling relationship. If the door is appropriately matched to the style, colour of the walls, furniture or ornaments, but does not have a common denominator with the floor, there will be a sense of interior design clash. To avoid this, a conscious decision should be made using tried and tested principles.
The safe similarity rule for connecting doors to the floor
One of them – often used – is the similarity rule. What does it consist of? It consists of composing both elements according to a common key and combining them in a consistent manner in terms of colour. In practice, this means that a dark door and dark floor and a light door and light floor are a good match. The important thing is that the colours are as close to each other as possible, possibly differing by a tone. When choosing both a door for a dark floor and a door for a light floor, it is also worth bearing in mind that the door veneer should have a similar texture and pattern to the motif on the panels, tiles or other type of floor. If your floor is a light wood shade, we recommend the Aralia model, with its discreet grain and striking glazing, and the Miskant 1 leaf – a door with large glazing and geometric black lines, whose frame has a warm hue and a more pronounced pattern that follows the lines of the wood. On the other hand, if your floor is white, very light beige or an ivory shade, opt for a white sash. Nemezja 12 is a graceful door with a light structure and geometric ornamentation. Their character is universal, so they will work well in a variety of rooms.
How do you match doors to the floor according to the rule of opposites?
This principle is based on contrast: a dark door for a light floor and a light door for a dark floor. It is favoured by those who do not like conservative solutions and who see contrasts as a way of giving the space an individual character and making the different design elements correspond with each other on different levels. This option also allows a clear separation between vertical and horizontal planes. When implementing this principle, however, it is advisable to exercise restraint and not overdo the number of colours – otherwise it is easy to create too many colour stimuli and unpleasant chaos for the senses. It is also good to keep materials and textures consistent. If you opt for dark doors and light floors, look for the straightforward Altamura 1 and Ansedonia 9 models. In both cases, we recommend the premium walnut, wenge and greko walnut shades, which gently bring out the veneer pattern, or anthracite or black. And if you opt for dark floors and light-coloured doors, we recommend the classic Nemezja 8 leaf or the slightly more fussy Epimedium 2 with vertical lines that seamlessly relate to specific planes in the room.
A versatile white door
Does a white door go with everything? Yes, white is a timeless and universal colour; no matter what happens and changes in design trends, it always has an important place. It is difficult to imagine many interior styles without it – in some it plays a central role, in others it is in the background, but it is always a necessary, safe background. A door in this colour will work in any room and will go well with any colour and type of floor. White doors and a wooden floor are a very well-matched pair. White doors also look great with a dark floor – they brighten up the space and optically enlarge it a little, especially if there is more or less glass in the leaf, which lets the light in and makes it play nicely on the floor. The choice of white doors is large, and we particularly recommend a few of them to you. Nemezja 13 is a model with four symmetrically set panes of clear or milk glass. Iris 1, on the other hand, has glazing in the form of wide horizontal panes that alternate with the built-in elements, giving a design full of lightness and pleasing symmetry. In Frezja 1 and Laurencja 1, the glass elements take up less space on the door leaf, but intrigue with their unusual design. The first model has vertical glazing on a small section of the door and has a modern and elegant appearance. The second model has delicate, discreet glazing and is a tasteful choice for a variety of settings – from minimalist to rustic.
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Doors for a wooden floor: which models will work?
Doors to a wooden floor should be chosen according to the wood of which it is made. This maintains consistency and links the door and floor with a similar grain. This solution brings harmony to the room, but also makes it easier to decorate the interior further. If you are considering which door for a wooden floor will be the best choice, consider the floor as the element that sets the direction. In a situation where the floor is oak, choose a door in the same wood or veneer. If it’s walnut, maple or ash, follow suit. This is a tried and tested way to create cosy arrangements with a warm atmosphere. Which doors should you look out for? An interesting door leaf with impressive glazing is the lightweight Nolina 1 model (e.g. in premium oak shade). Laurencja 4 is almost entirely built-in, although it has subtle glazing in the form of narrow horizontal elements. Orchidea 4, on the other hand, is the ideal choice for classic, elegant interiors in which wood and other natural materials play a central role.
Grey flooring is a slightly less common solution, but if you have a desire for this shade, you can successfully match it with matching doors. The best choice would be a grey door leaf to keep the unconventional arrangement consistent, a white door or a glass door. Daglesia 1 and Magnolia 1 in grey look original and tasteful and let in some light thanks to the graceful glazing. And if you fancy combining grey with glass, look out for the Graf 62 model with modern black muntins.