The Use and Meanings of Colors in Decoration

Decorating any area, big or small, is something that interests many people. When people decorate any area, they reveal their taste. But the meanings and effects of the items and colors used while decorating are also important rather than taste. Especially the colors used in decoration have both physical and psychological effects. Therefore, the choice of color in decoration is very important.

So, what are the colors used in decoration and what are their meanings that affect us both psychologically and physically?

RED: THE COLOR OF LOVE
First of all, the first color we will talk about is red. As everyone knows, red is the color of love and passion. This color has an incredibly stimulating effect. That's why you feel more energetic in the areas where you use red while decorating. But at this point, the thing to be considered is that the area to be decorated using red should get good light. Because if you decorate a dark area that does not get light with red, the area can suffocate you even more. Finally, let's come to the physical effect of red. Red also has an appetizing feature. This is why many food packages are red. 

YELLOW: THE COLOR OF WİSDOM
The next color we will talk about is yellow. The yellow represents wisdom in general and, like the red, stimulus. The light yellow color evokes a summer mood in people, giving happiness and inspiration. This is a good color to use. It is also said to have a good effect on memory. But dark yellow should be used carefully. Because dark yellow evokes autumn and sadness. Instead of dark yellow, which evokes sadness, you can use light yellow, which generally evokes excitement and happiness, piece by piece in any place you want. Also, since it has a stimulating effect, it has the effect of making people talkative. So it is mostly recommended to be used in places such as living rooms. Again, since it has a stimulating effect, it should not be used in places such as bedrooms because it can make it difficult for you to sleep. 

ORANGE: THE COLOR OF FRESHNESS
The next color is orange. Orange, which is a shade of sun color, gives freshness to the area like yellow. Also, like red, it gives energy to the area and increases mobility. Since orange is the color of spirituality and is an inviting color, it can be used especially in the entrance hall of the house. And again, it can be used in the kitchen because it has an appetizing feature like red. Finally, it can be used in both study rooms and sports rooms to benefit from its stimulating effect.

WHİTE: THE COLOR OF PURİTY
Third, we can talk about the color white. White is known as the color of purity. Therefore, the area painted white creates a fresh and spacious effect. Since it gives a more spacious appearance to the area where it is painted, it shows the area both wider and brighter. For this reason, decorating small and dark areas with white color will make the environment appear wider and brighter.

GREEN: THE COLOR OF NATURE
Fourth, let's talk about green. First of all, green is the color of nature in all its brilliance. Therefore, it symbolizes cleanliness, freshness, maturity, and trust. Since it represents many beautiful things and is a peaceful color, it can be used in many areas. One of these areas could be the bedroom. Because it gives a feeling of peace, it makes it easier for you to sleep and rest.

BLUE: THE COLOR OF SPACİOUS
When we come to the color blue, which is the color of the sea, we can talk about peace again. Blue has the effect of calming and healing people. It can be used easily in bedrooms and restrooms as it gives peace without distraction. In addition, it gives a spacious feeling and creates a thematic area when used in summer houses. Finally, very dark shades of blue should be used carefully. Otherwise, a very gloomy area may result. 

PİNK: THE COLOR OF POSITIVENESS
When we come to the color pink, we can talk about a cute positive atmosphere. It is similar to red in that it also represents love, but carries a softer air than red. It also contains elements of love and compassion as it symbolizes feminine energy. It symbolizes happiness and enthusiasm as it contains the colors of spring and flowers. Since pink is a very comfortable color, it can be used easily throughout the house.

PURPLE: THE COLOR OF LUXURY
Finally, we will talk about the color purple. Purple is generally known as the color of luxury. It also psychologically soothes and calms. Therefore, it can be used in bedrooms. Since its light tones represent romance like red, it can also be used in bedrooms. On the one hand, it can be used in study rooms or hobby rooms as it increases concentration.

As a result, we learned how the main colors affect us psychologically and physically. Now it's decoration time!