Natural Wood Shelving Units: The Colour Palettes That Work Best

Natural wood shelving sits happily with a wide range of colours, but the palettes that look most settled are the ones that respect the wood's undertone. In this guide, we explain how to read the undertone of oak, walnut, ash, birch and pine, and how that shapes your choice of paint, fabric and accessories. We explore warm neutrals such as cream, sand and clay, greens from soft sage to deep forest, confident navy and inky blues, warm and cool whites, pared back Japandi palettes and darker, more dramatic schemes. We also look at coordinating several wood tones in one room, how north and south facing light changes the way colours appear in UK homes, and how to bring accent colours in through the objects on your shelves. Along the way you will find simple ways to test colours at home, in your own light, before you commit to a full repaint of the room....