Neutral Tone

Neutral tones (white, beige, gray, taupe, greige) form the basis of most decorations. They bring serenity and versatility, and combine with everything.

Neutral tones are layered in shades to create depth: light beige on the wall, linen on the floor, taupe in textiles. This is the neutral monochrome.

Pitfall: an interior all in neutral tones without texture = flat and boring. Play with materials (raw wood, wool, ceramic) for relief.

Neutral tones bring great flexibility and versatility to your decoration. They create a serene and uncluttered base on which you can easily add touches of brighter colors. They also allow for an elegant and timeless style.

To give character to a decoration with neutral tones, you can play with materials, textures and shades of gray. For example, add elements of wood, stone or metal. You can also vary the gray tones, from lightest to darkest, to add depth.

For a harmonious combination of several neutral tones, make sure they have similar undertones (bluish, greenish, beige...). Also avoid mixing too many different shades that might create a disjointed effect. Prefer 2 or 3 neutral tones maximum for good coherence.

To warm up a decoration with neutral tones, you can incorporate natural materials such as wood, linen or wool. Ocher, mustard or camel colors will also bring warmth. You can also play with lighting by favoring soft and enveloping light sources.

Neutral tones are perfectly suited for living rooms such as the living room, dining room or bedroom. Their serene and uncluttered appearance also makes them an ideal choice for relaxation and rest areas such as the bathroom. They also adapt very well to transitional rooms such as hallways or entrances.