When blue was initially discovered, it was the rarest color pigment and one of the most difficult for humans to produce because it could only be taken from rare, valuable stones. Today, though, you may enjoy blue on everyday goods like couches; it shouldn’t be as difficult to deal with the color. I’ll share some tips with you today to help you determine which colors match best with blue furniture so you can create your next living room remodel an exciting affair.
Colors to Match with a Blue Sofa
1) White
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White complements blue on any given day and at any time. Consider how satisfying it is to look at snow-capped peaks against blue skies, and how well a blue couch will complement a bright white wall or throw pillows. Breath-taking!
2) Red
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Red and blue is not the most common color combination you will see around. However, when you combine this color palette, you will create something close to royalty. Quite irresistible!
3) Beige
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Nothing is more satisfying than gazing at a blue couch in a beige arrangement. This combination is not only the epitome of simplicity, but it also has a good chance of being one of my top picks for interior design color schemes.
4) Yellow
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I never knew yellow could be stunning until I used yellow throws on my blue couch. I was sold, and there was no going back until I tried all shades of yellow, starting with mustard yellow.
5) Orange
Orange and blue? Scandalous. But if you are going for a rustic vibe, this is the perfect combination.
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If you are not into a country-aesthetic rustic feel, you can frame orange modern artwork and see how beautifully it blends into your penthouse-inspired design.
6) Grey
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If there’s a color that I think is perfect, it’s grey; if there’s a combination that I think is divine, it’s grey and blue. The best thing about grey is that it makes blue, which is typically a darker hue, shine out.
7) Champagne Pink
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Nothing gives a more “yin-yang” effect than a blue couch against a pink wall or accessories, especially a dark and navy blue. The two colors balance out their energies to give a near-perfect outcome.
8) Green
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With careful application, blue and green create an entire vibe. Naturally, no shade of green will be appropriate in this situation. Because the combination creates a rich effect, I like to utilize tones like emerald green to go with my blues.
9) Earth Tones
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Even though earth tones are typically thought of as drab and practical, I think they’re amazing, especially when paired with blue. You can get a lot of different hues with earth tones, and they all have the same impact. The greatest technique to showcase your excellent furniture taste is with earth tones.
10) Analogous Colors
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While I am not the biggest advocate of having colors against their shades, a blue couch does look grounded when placed around other shades of blue. If you are a huge fan of the color blue, this is your best approach to including blue in your spaces. You can pair navy blue with cerulean blue and see what you come up with. Try this with other shades, and you may be in for a pleasant surprise.
Where to Place Other Colors if You Have a Blue Couch
Selecting the ideal color is a significant and enjoyable step. The pleasure may end there, though, if you are unsure of what to do with the hue. Here are some suggestions on where to put a color that complements a blue couch.
a) The Wall
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The couch will most likely be against the wall, as is the case in most living rooms. While the couch might not be directly against the wall, the eye will still catch the wall, somehow. Therefore, it is better to invest in a wall color that will make the couch stand out without taking away all the attention.
A good color on the wall is white, as it is not only one of the easiest colors to match with a dark blue couch but is the color we are all used to seeing on the wall. Other colors, such as grey or blush pink, can work just as well.
b) Table
I prefer my couches in the living room having no table near them (maybe on the side), as I love a good couch to be fully visible. However, if you have to work with a table, you can pick one that is not too dramatic as you risk taking all the attention from the couch.
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When choosing a table, one with blue hues might not be the best one to go for as it will be a bit over the top.
c) Throw Pillows
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Throw pillows are fascinating to use since you may arrange them however you like and in any configuration that suits you at the time. Throw pillows are useful for couches since you can switch up the cover to provide a new color that complements your blue couches.
d) Rug
A rug creates a beautiful frame for a blue sofa like a picture frame would a beautiful painting. When looking for a rug, find one that makes the couch stand out without competing with the couch. A rug with darker hues will work better if you have a light blue sofa.
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When choosing a rug, find one with a different texture from the couch, as texture is an important element that affects how we perceive colors.
e) Centerpieces
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Centerpieces are called so for a reason: they are the center of attention. While we love elegant and dramatic centerpieces, we can use them in ways that do not take the attention away from the beautiful blue couch. For instance, having golden centerpieces will make all blue couches look good.
f) Lampshade
Living room sofas are meant to be cozy, and nothing creates a stronger mood than the right lighting. Having a lampshade right next to the couch brings attention to the sofa, leading the eye to the main subject in the living room. This technique is used in interior design to highlight the most important sections of a room.
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Having a lampshade right next to the couch makes the blue hues stand out, especially at night when it might be hard to catch the darker shades of blue.
g) Frames
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You will always remember the locations of the frames even if you visit a space and end up forgetting a lot about it. Because we constantly expect to see something interesting within the frames, they instantly catch our attention. These can include minimalist concepts, album covers, family portraits, exquisitely colored artwork, and other visually appealing topics. The eye will unavoidably land on the couch underneath the frames once it has been captured.
h) Warm Lights
Using a blue light in a room with a blue couch might not be the best idea if you want the couch to stand out. Using a warm light like yellow will make the blue vibrant. Better yet, the lamp is right beside the couch to bring attention to the elegance of the couch.
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You could opt for wall lighting that lights the couch area rather than the whole room. This approach to lighting will make the sofa look like an art installation in your living room.
i) Wallpaper
Wallpapers are great for making your dream home come true, and there are a variety to choose from to make your couch look good. Furthermore, wallpapers offer not just colors but shapes and designs that would take longer to paint.
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When we think of colors when dealing with interior design, our first thought is paints. However, the next best alternative to using paints is wallpaper, especially forest wallpaper murals.
j) Curtains
Curtains, just like walls, create a beautiful frame for the couch. Choosing the right curtains will make your couch the subject and center of attention in any room, which is your main intention.
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When choosing curtains, it is best to go for curtains that touch the ground as they will lead the eye right to the couch. This approach works for rooms with large windows. The curtains need to be bright enough to capture attention and long enough to direct sight to the couch.
k) Accent Walls
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I love accent walls because they allow me to create a literal frame around the couch. I can create an accent couch with colors and designs that match my personality while working with subtle or vivid colors. Regardless of the color, an accent wall is perhaps the surest way to bring attention to your couch.
Tips to Use When Picking Colors to Match with a Blue Couch
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i) Couch Placement
Put your lovely couch somewhere that everyone can see it. The couch’s placement affects not just whether or not people see it, but also whether or not it receives enough light and less distractions to enhance the color.
ii) Use the Color Wheel
The color wheel is the cheat code for most, if not all, interior designers. The color wheel can guide you on what colors relate best to your blue couch. The color wheel is a tried and tested tool that every designer has to pay attention to.
iii) Textures!
If you have an earth tone with a shiny surface, it will not feel as earthy as you might intend because we relate colors almost directly to texture. Since color and texture are visible, we can not leave one out when dealing with the other.
A couch with a velvet fabric looks different from that with cotton, even if they have similar colors.
iv) Be Simple
Most things, including matching colors, benefit from simplicity. It will not only detract from the couch but also run the risk of seeming disastrous if your home is filled with all the most popular hues. The majority of individuals choose a minimalist approach to interior design in the modern day, which is a fantastic place to start if you are unsure of what concepts to work with.
v) Use Less Blue
A blue-couch living room should just be that, a blue-couch living room. Otherwise, if everything else is blue, the attention starts drifting away from the couch.
vi) Pick a Good Material for the Couch Fabric
Other than the couch style and color, the materials you use on the couch will determine how good the couch looks and how long it will stay looking good. Materials that fade or catch dust fast will not help your efforts to make your blue couch look good.
vii) Be Bold
If you have a blue couch, then you can be bold with everything else, including not-so-popular options and designs like blue walls.
viii) Be Intentional With Your Lighting Methods
If no one can see it, what good is a lovely color? Proper lighting will highlight the attractiveness of your couch. A direct light source can be used to illuminate the couch, or you can use the room’s light behavior to determine the best location.
ix) Explore Different Shades of Blue
To think that the couch below is blue.
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..and this
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..and this, too, is a bit mind-boggling.
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However, that shows how much room you have to experiment with different shades of blue.
Frequently Asked Questions About Colors that Go with Blue Furniture
1) What color best complements blue?
Any color on the color wheel that is on the other side of blue will work incredibly well to balance blue. When dealing with blue, the ideal colors to use are red and yellow and their shades. Although it is not on the color wheel, white is one of the colors that complement blue the most.
2) What are the two complementary colors of blue?
On the color wheel, colors that are typically opposite blue are red and yellow. One of the complementary colors to blue is orange, which is created when red and yellow are combined.
Final Thoughts
A blue couch is a fantastic choice. Matching it with a nice color is even more important and requires careful consideration. There are a lot of possibilities for blue couches when it comes to matching colors. You can’t really go wrong with this one. But if you do it correctly, you will have a masterpiece of interior design.
