Wood in interiors: a guide to colours and types

Wood is an ecological, beautiful and timeless raw material that is readily used in interior design. Wooden furniture, wooden floors, wooden windows or wooden doors have been in demand for years.

Despite the passage of time, natural wood never loses its appeal. However, in order to create a stylistically coherent space, it is worthwhile to become better acquainted with wood species, types of wood, their use and also to learn how to combine different wood colours. We explain in our article!

WHAT TYPES OF WOOD ARE THERE? BASIC CLASSIFICATION

Before deciding to introduce wood into a flat or house, you should know that there are many types of wood available on the market. Combining them with each other is possible, but it should be done carefully.

Depending on the species, wood can be hard or soft. Hardwoods are ideal for furniture or flooring, while softwoods are used by sculptors and sometimes for wood wool, paper or matches.

Hardwoods include: oak, beech, ash, hornbeam, walnut, cherry, teak, ebony, rosewood and jatoba.
Softwoods are: pine, spruce, fir, larch, poplar, aspen, willow, lime, alder, birch.

The wood can have varying degrees of grain and also vary in colour. The resistance of the wood to damage is also important. Hardwood species also perform well in the production of decking or garden furniture.

HOW DO I RECOGNISE A TYPE OF WOOD?

Distinguishing between different types of wood can be difficult at first, but with a little information you will never confuse pine wood with ash or beech wood again. What is worth paying attention to?

Colour and shade: this is a complex issue, as the same wood can have many colours and shades and can also be painted or varnished. For this reason, it is always advisable to check on the product card which species of wood a piece of furniture is made of.
Grain pattern: beech has a fine, regular grain and walnut has an irregular, wavy grain.
Hardness and weight: oak and beech are heavy and hard woods, while pine is a light and soft wood.
Smell of freshly felled wood: another aspect to identify a wood species is its smell. Pine and other conifers are characterised by a distinct, resinous smell, while beech, oak or walnut (or other hardwoods) have neutral smells.

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THE TREND: COMBINING DIFFERENT WOOD TONES

Is it possible to combine different wood colours within the same interior? We think it's not only possible, it's worth it! Until recently, it was believed that a beautiful, modern interior should be based on a single species of wood. However, this is no longer the case and it is becoming increasingly popular to use light woods in combination with dark woods.

This combination provides an interesting contrast and enlivens the interior. Great arrangement possibilities are offered in this regard by the Creative furniture collection, which allows you to independently compose the most varied sets, perfectly meeting the needs of all household members.

CREATING A MOOD WITH THE COLOUR OF WOOD

Which species of wood should I choose for my home? In addition to the properties of native wood species, it's also worth paying attention to their colour, as it plays an extremely important role in creating a mood in each room of the house.

Warm shades of wood bring warmth and a homely feel to interiors and give a sense of naturalness. Furniture in such colours can be found in the Simple collection and the Nature collection.

Light-coloured wood wonderfully illuminates a room, bringing peace and harmony to it. Furniture in light colour can be found in the collections: Spot and Omm.

Dark wood is also an interesting choice for interior design. It is synonymous with sophisticated style and elegance. It brings a touch of exclusivity to the arrangement. Look for dark furniture with wooden décor in the Creative collection.

EXAMPLES OF HOW DIFFERENT WOOD DESIGNS CAN BE USED IN INTERIOR DESIGN

How do you incorporate wood into your interiors? Here are some tried and tested ideas!

1. the Stor wardrobe with a beautiful wooden interior in natural oak, which brings a warm atmosphere to the room and attracts attention. The final look can be given to it by the handles of your choice and the functionality can be adjusted thanks to the personalisation option.

2 Linerio slatted panels are more than just traditional panelling - the modern alternative to wooden walling is characterised by its high resistance to moisture and also improves the acoustics of the interior. The panels are available in different shades of wood, so they can easily be combined with both light and dark furniture to emphasise their character.

Foresta doors with natural veneer impress with their distinct grain pattern. This decorative detail is visible right from the threshold!

4. modern wood-coloured flooring, such as the water-resistant Querra panels or the extremely wear-resistant Rigio vinyl panels, combine style and functionality. In addition, they provide a neutral backdrop that works beautifully with the wooden furniture in the interior. Also worthy of note are the wooden floors, which are perfect for elegant spaces in the home.

DIFFERENT TYPES OF WOOD IN DETAILS

Wood in interiors is not only about furniture, floors, windows or doors. The details are no less important. Handles and stable legs made of wood are not only elegant and durable, but also more pleasant to look at and use. This is why we like to use natural oak, beech and pine wood in the production of VOX furniture, which we dye in various shades.

Products in our range such as the Nature table with a lacquered oak top and the Nature butler, made entirely of solid wood, are very popular.

WHICH TYPE OF WOOD TO CHOOSE?

Designing interiors yourself is not always easy. Sometimes it is difficult to imagine how a piece of furniture or a natural accessory will look in a room and whether it will harmonise with other chosen furnishings.

Fortunately, an intuitive design programme called VOXBOX comes to your aid, allowing you to create visualisations yourself, test different solutions and check their appearance in a specific combination. The free application is an invaluable aid to choosing wood colours - you can easily try out different shades, mix, change and find the best option for you!

WOOD, A CHOICE THAT LASTS FOR YEARS

Wood in interiors is always a good choice. Beautiful, elegant and timeless, it resists transient trends and beautifully enhances the character of any setting. When looking for reliable furniture, floors or wooden doors for your home, it's worth checking out the offer of the VOX shop, where you can find a variety of solutions to suit all interior styles.