So many magical, exotic Moroccan tiles, so many choices. Trying to make the right choice from such a vast array of colors and patterns can be overwhelming. A little color theory can be of enormous help when deciding how to use the splendor of Moroccan tile in your home. This includes learning which colors combine well and how intense the combinations should be.
Base your tile color palette on the way you intend to use your space. What feelings do you want to evoke? What’s your space going to be used for? Certain colors are traditionally associated with different feelings. In Western culture, red is often associated with passion and warmth, yellow with sunshine and blues/green with tranquillity and relaxation. Utilizing color theory can make selecting a harmonious color scheme easy by indicating which colors work best together, based on the atmosphere you wish to create.
COLOR THEORY BASICS
A monochromatic color scheme uses one color in varying intensities. A bathroom could be all blue, for example.
Analogous colors are those that sit next to each other on a traditional color wheel, such as yellow, orange and red. They combine well together, but one should always be used as the feature color, with the others complementing and accenting it.
Complementary color schemes use colors opposite on the color wheel. For example, purple and yellow. These can create bold, dramatic statements, but need to be used with care to ensure you don’t overwhelm your space.
These principles will allow you to accentuate the beauty of your Moroccan tiles and create a harmonious and beautiful atmosphere. To see our wide range of Moroccan tiles and obtain advice from our friendly staff, visit our West Hollywood showroom. If you’d like to do some planning beforehand, check out our online gallery at http://zellijgallery.com/
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