6 Stunning Ways To Use a Blue Carpet In Your Home

Through millions of years of evolution, an innate understanding of the language of colour has adapted humanity for survival—recognising dangerous signals of all kinds from toxic foods to threatening predators; This instinct is subconscious and affects our perception of our surroundings.

The scientific exploration of colour psychology is relatively new, but people have long been interested in the nature and impact of colour.

Ancient Egyptians were the first people who successfully managed to copy the basic natural colours of the world, and incorporate them into their interiors.

The floors of their temples were painted as green as grass, and the walls were as blue as the sky.

The Psychological Effects of Colours

Why is colour such a powerful force in our lives? What effects can it have on our bodies and minds?

While perceptions of colour are somewhat subjective, some colour effects have universal meanings:

• Colours toward the ‘red’ area of the spectrum are known as warm colours. This is shades like yellow and orange. These warm colours evoke emotions ranging from feelings of comfort and energy, to anger and hostility.
• Colours toward the ‘blue’ side of the spectrum are classed as cool colours, and include blue, purple and green. These colours are usually described to be calming and relaxing colours, however the can also call to mind feelings of sadness or even indifference.

In this blog, we discuss the meaning and effects of the colour blue, and how to use it as a multi-tonal colour in your interior to bring style and wellbeing.

The Meaning of Blue

Did you know that blue is the most popular favourite colour around the globe?

Whether it’s the blue of the sky on a hot summer’s day, the turquoise blue ocean stretching out over the horizon, or the crystal-clear blue of someone’s eyes, it’s just about everywhere!

In the world of precious stones, the beauty of the blue sapphire is known as a strong symbol of power, kindness and good judgement.

Professional uses of blue carry connotations of wisdom and serenity, which is why it is used for police officers’ uniforms!

In general, blue indicates comfort, safety and security, and is associated with feelings of peace, rest, profound insight and spiritual realization. 

The Effects of Blue

When it comes to the world of interior design, one of the colours that professionals all around the globe will recommend for decorating is blue.

Whether it’s blue walls, blue accents, or your new blue carpet!  This isn’t surprising, because when it comes to décor, blue commonly has more advantages than disadvantages.

Blue is shown to be relaxing, and studies have shown that it can help slow both heart rate and breathing.

A soft blue can help you relax and switch off after a hard day; it ticks so many boxes for creating a relaxing space.

It makes it the ideal bedroom colour, as well as an ideal match for a relaxation, meditation or yoga space.  Amazingly, studies also suggest that blue can improve mental clarity and concentration, inspire creativity and increase productivity!

If you’re looking to update your home office, or perhaps a study space, consider adding an uplifting blue colour.

Uses of Blue Carpet In Interior Design

If you’re accustomed to neutral-coloured carpet, decorating a room with blue carpet may seem like a serious challenge.

However, there’s a multitude of shades of blue! You can choose from a variety of decorating schemes to play down or emphasize the blue carpet, depending on your preference.

A blue carpet can look stunning when it’s well matched with the right colours, so here is our quick guide on how to use blue carpet in the home, and how to style them!

Duck Egg Blue Carpet

A combination of a pale blue and green, duck egg is a versatile shade of blue that goes with complementary and contrasting colours.

It looks fantastic in both modern and traditional homes.

Duck Egg Blue carpets give a soft and muted feel. It offers soothing and calming properties, giving you the perfect, pastel haven.

Take a look at our Sophisticat range in ‘Azure‘, a gorgeous duck egg blue carpet that will pair perfectly with cool whites, charcoals and natural, earthy tones.

Dark Blue Carpet

Darker blues work well with neutral colours; dark blue relates to security, quality and serenity. 

Dark blue carpets are an excellent choice for families with young children as they can hide spills and stains easily. 

Try combining white walls to create a calming nautical theme!

Navy Blue Carpet

Navy blue is a spins from dark blue, taking its name from the colour worn by British Royal Navy officers.

Stemming from this association, navy blue often conveys feelings of power and authority.

However, with the right pairings – soft fires and cosy blankets – it can represent feelings of trust and stability.

Navy blue carpets work well in modern and traditional homes, complementing wooden furniture as well as brighter accent colours. 

Here’s another example from our ‘Sophisticat‘ range, flaunting a gorgeous navy blue carpet.

Light Blue Carpet

Light blue carpets are excellent for rooms that don’t get a lot of sunlight.

They don’t absorb as much light as darker carpets, meaning they keep rooms brighter.

This often gives the room a ‘fresher’ feeling, which some believe to be where the idea that blue is cold stemmed from, as it can sometimes feel exposing or bare. It works as a perfect base!

Combine light blue carpet with different tones of blue to really bring a room to life; shown beautifully through our Olympus collection.

Sky Blue Carpet

Sky blue is a shade of light blue, designed to resemble the amazing hue of the sky at noon.

Sky blue is known to have that calming, serene effect, as well as evoking feelings of spirituality

Sky blue carpets can be used in the same way as most light blues—to brighten rooms, inject some colour and work with a variety of tones and shades. 

Patterns

Add a statement to your interior with intricate florals and damask designs.

We also offer contemporary plaid and bold tartan options. 

Making it an ideal design option, giving a modern or refined traditional hue to any room. Blue is an extremely adaptable colour that can fit in with many design options and choices in the home.