Last updated on July 28th, 2023 at 07:54 am
Beige is a versatile colour. A beige sofa pairs effortlessly with other colours and accents as long as the style and the surrounding environment remain consistent. Besides, beige comes in many different hues. You can never lack what works for you when decorating a room.
Choosing the best colour scheme to pair with your beige sofa isn’t hard either. Below are great combos you can try out.
Beige and Red
The boldness and gentleness of the red and beige respectively are a perfect combo. They create a beautiful contrast when red is used in moderation. Avoid painting all the walls red as it can overpower the space. You may want to consider red decor pieces, pillows, and a single red accent chair.
Beige and Pink
This soft hue combination is chic and feminine. Add white to it for an even more elegant look. However, the softness and similar nature of beige and pink may lean towards looking bland after a while. Make it pop by adding a neutral dark color like dark brown or charcoal grey.
Beige and Orange
The brightness of orange immediately radiates warmth. Keep in mind that a brighter shade of orange will require a ‘less is more’ approach. Too much of it will be overwhelming and cause feelings of anxiety and/or frustration. Focus on the smaller decorative items like pillows, vases, and lampshades.
Beige and Yellow
Positive energy, joy, and warmth are what yellow brings to the table but only if you use it with small elements. Feelings can quickly become intense if you use yellow all over the walls. A darker shade like mustard would be perfect for pillows, ornaments, throw blankets, and an ottoman.
Beige and Gray
Decorating with two neutrals may seem odd and risky, and understandably so (the last thing you want is a one-dimensional look). However, it’s possible to combine them in a way that looks amazing. Consider using a darker shade of gray for accents and background, or incorporate prints in the décor.
What Colour Goes with Oatmeal Sofa?
Oatmeal is a perfect paint colour that blends well with a wide range of colours. Depending on your style, you can play with any of the below colours on your beige sofa window curtains, rugs, pillows, or walls.
- Light blue, gray, red, or green floral pillows
- White or gray window curtains
- Black ceiling fans
- Gray rugs under an oatmeal sofa
- White or silver coffee table
Note: The above colours don’t follow any hard and fast rules. You can always tweak them to see what works best.
Dark Beige Sofa Decorating Ideas
Dark beige blends well with deep and warm wall paint. Throw some shades of lighter cool tan colour pillows and some artwork on the wall to brighten it up. Complete the look with a wicker or rattan furniture blend for an earthy and woodsy vibe. Dark beige is a great colour that won’t feel bland or stark when paired with bright shades
How to Decorate Beige Couch with Gray Walls
Beige is a cool colour, whereas gray is warm. Decorating such colours requires proper planning to achieve a smooth blend with a great intentional finish. The trick to getting gray and beige to play nicely is to have at least one bigger item with shades of both colours. The blend of the two colours can be on the rugs, pillows, or wallpaper. Such items can contain different shades of gray and beige and still look great.
What Colour Curtains Go with Beige Sofa?
Different people have different colour-scheme tastes. Yet, some colours are just irresistible when paired together, especially when working with a neutral colour like beige.
Brown or dark brown curtains look great when paired with a beige couch. Both belong to the same colour family. Beige couch also looks good with white curtains or any bright-accent curtain colour such as red, yellow, violet, green, or orange.
How to Add Colour to a Beige Living Room
Beige allows you to add any pattern or colour depending on your style. Soft pastels and rich hues are excellent choices to brighten up a beige living room. Just pick any colour of your choice. Here are some ideas you can apply:
Think Accent Walls
Your neutral sofa will pop in front of an accent wall. Paint the wall bright hues like orange and yellow or rich hues like chocolate brown, burgundy, or emerald green. You can also try temporary wallpaper with bold patterns and unique designs. Another option is making a gallery wall with a variety of pieces that expresses your personality.
Use Pillows
Add warmth and coziness to your sofa with earth tones, blush, or burnt orange. If you’re going for a dramatic and regal look, dark purple is your best bet. You can also mix bright and neutral coloured pillows for a luxurious touch. Combine pillows with different prints, patterns, and textures to bring an element of fun to your space.
Curtains
Coloured curtains like green, red, blue, yellow, and orange all blend well with beige. Make your space visually interesting with patterned curtains (geometric, floral, animal, and so on). If possible order a fabric swatch before hand to confirm the actual colour tone. You can always change the curtains to create a different look from time to time.
Use Mirrors
Mirrors are a neutral décor element that adds beauty and makes your space look larger and brighter. They will mostly reflect the colours that already exist in the room. If you prefer a framed mirror you must consider the colour of the frame. Brown and subtle gold-coloured frames are great options that will go well with most combinations. When in doubt, choose a clear-framed accent mirror.
Wrapping It Up
Whether you prefer soft colours or darker hues, almost every colour goes with beige. Remember to focus on smaller pieces to not overwhelm your space. When you feel like changing the look, you’ll find it easy and cheaper to do as you may only need to change a few accent pieces and not need to buy a new sofa.