These Are The Best Wall Colors To Complement Your Cherry Wood Floors
There are plenty of options to choose from when selecting the right color of hardwood for your home, including cherry wood which is both durable and gorgeous. It's also a kind of wood that looks even better when paired with the perfect shade of paint. Of course, in order to find the right hue for your home, you may first want to figure out what kind of wood you have on your floor.
There are various kinds of cherry wood, including black, Brazilian, Patagonian, Caribbean, Chilean, and the adorably named sweet cherry wood. Each is slightly different; however, they all offer stunning grains and colors. Although you might think of cherry wood as having a deep, almost burgundy, tone, it can actually be a variety of shades, such as white, yellow, pink, red, or dark brown. Beyond that, even after it's laid down on your floor, cherry wood can continue to darken over time as it's exposed to light during a process known as ripening. Although the luscious dark red is what many people are aiming for when they opt for cherry wood, this can take a little time. It can also be sped up by making sure the floor gets as much light as possible.
Once you've determined what kind of cherry wood you have, what color it is right now, and what shade it is likely to become as it ages, you can better determine which wall color is your best bet.
Soft salmon
Whether your cherry wood floor is a smooth yellow, dark red, or rich brown, you can't go wrong with a soft salmon color for your walls. A shade of paint that will continue to look great as the wood ages, a salmon would also work anywhere from a sophisticated dining room to a boho living room.
Cool greige
Greige may be a color that's on the cooler side; however, it can also be comforting, which makes it an ideal choice for the rooms in your home. While cherry wood floors can also contribute to a cozy atmosphere, their warmer tone can be beautifully balanced by greige wall paint.
Dark green
Dark green is another posh wall paint color that will continue to flatter your floors as they mature. It'll not only bring out the lighter tones in a cherry wood that's a little white or yellow but it'll also emphasize the rich hints in brown or red wood.
Deep cherry red
What goes better with cherry wood floors than cherry red paint? Although you could choose a bright shade that boasts a shine, you might prefer a deep, matte option that creates a softer surface in the visual sense as well as a cohesive look between your walls and the wood.
Lightest rose
If your cherry wood floors are rather dark, then a lighter paint color for your walls might be an option you want to explore. For instance, this super-faint rose shade is almost as light as a pristine white but still offers a touch of the same (much deeper) hue you'll find in the wood.
Midnight blue
Complement your cherry wood with the help of midnight blue walls. Falling into the background like a stunning late evening sky, it will allow your floors to stand out. A dark and dramatic choice, this will likely work best in a room that gets a lot of light to brighten it up.
Dark tan
Pairing tan wall paint with your cherry wood floor may not have been the first option to come to mind. However, the two natural tones play well off each other and can create a classic and timeless space. Light tan would certainly look great but a darker tan can offer a slightly bolder look that you might appreciate.
Pretty pink
Play on the red undertones found in cherry wood floors by painting your wall a pretty shade of pink. Depending on your preference and particular space, you could opt for anything from a sweet bubblegum shade that's relatively soft to a fabulous fuchsia color that's more than just a little vibrant.
Light blue
If you're not really into pink, then you can look to the other side of the color wheel to find inspiration for a paint color. A cool option to contrast with the warm nature of the cherry wood, a light blue can also keep the space feeling nice and airy not to mention soothing and stylish.
Classic gray
Gray is the kind of paint shade that will surely never go out of style — if you use it correctly. One way to do that is to put it in a room with a dark cherry wood floor. Best suited to wood that's taken on a deep red or brown shade, it's a classy and classic choice.
Deep orange
Bright orange can be a great choice for playful spaces. On the other hand, deep orange is ideal to go along with natural materials like marble, granite, and, yes, cherry wood. Whether the floor is dark or light, it can anchor the paint color and give it a refined vibe.
Steel blue
Another cool option that's undeniably chic, meaning it will suit a contemporary space, steel blue walls are also refined, which makes the color a fantastic match for equally elegant cherry wood floors. If you feel the wall color and the shade of the floor are too dark together, then you can add a white wall for balance.
Forest green
Take a cue from nature and combine leafy forest green with natural wood that's as gorgeous as a tree trunk. A wall color that's always on-trend and suits a range of styles, it'll also flatter lighter shades of cherry wood as well as floors with a red or brown tinge.
Smokey teal
Create a space that's both tasteful and welcoming by putting down a cherry wood floor and putting up smokey teal paint. Although a brighter version of teal might compete with the color of the wood, this smokey shade is a little less vibrant so takes a step back while still looking stylish.
Bold black
Walls that are painted black may seem a little intimidating. However, when used alongside cherry wood floors — especially ones that are wonderfully worn and aged — they can help you capture a number of different aesthetics. From an industrial vibe to a gothic-inspired space, the pairing could also enhance cutting-edge accents or antique décor.