Do you love pastel colours but worry your home might end up looking washed out and well, just a little underwhelming? If you turn the heat dial up slightly you’ll find warm, restorative shades that could never be called dull. Like apricot.
In all it's hues, from peach and faded citrus to sunset skies and marmalade, apricot is a happy, restful colour that blends perfectly with warm neutrals to take this nature inspired trend to the next level. Alternatively, combine with warm reds and yellows for a cheerful scheme full of the joys of summer or make a statement with contrasting soft blues and purples.
However you choose to introduce apricot into your life, whether you want to add subtle seasonal hints into your home or embrace the full effect with colour drenching, we look at some of the many flooring choices that will set your scheme alight.
Grey Limed Oak
Grey Limed Oak is a perfect pastel pairing that’s understated yet full of elegance. In either traditional straight lay or contemporary herringbone, this grey washed design is highly versatile and will ground bolder apricot hues.
Grey Limed Oak from our Knight Tile collection also available in full sized plank.
Natural Prime Oak
A classic light oak design with sandy tones and soft grain details, Natural Prime Oak has a calm organic feel. Combine the smooth floorboard effect with a warm neutral scheme and apricot highlights for a timeless look that invites you to put your feet up and chill out.
Natural Prime Oak from our Van Gogh collection also available in rigid core.
Ebony
For a striking contrast to the gentle tones of apricot, Ebony features a range of bold charcoal blacks and greys with a distinctive linear grain. Pair this statement floor with balancing pale yet warm neutrals or colour drench in a rich apricot shade for a soothing effect.
Ebony from our Van Gogh collection.
Frosted Marble
Featuring cool white tones and warm veining, Frosted Marble and apricot is a combination that will shine with freshness and a sense of renewal. Ideal for a space that gets plenty of natural light, the warm tones of apricot will ensure you’ll feel cosy and relaxed.
Frosted Marble from our Knight Tile collection also available in rigid core.
Lansdown
The clean geometric grid pattern of Lansdown, in a contemporary black, white and grey-green colourway, would create a playful contrast to apricot colour blocking. For a look that’s sure to ooze personality, we suggest highlighting the floor’s monochrome theme with furniture and accessories in black wood or metal.
Lansdown from our Heritage Collection.
Smoked Concrete
A polished concrete floor design has timeless appeal with a mottled grey surface that’s highly versatile and will balance the richness of apricot. Opt for the mid to dark grey colourway of Smoked Concrete to harmonize with the deeper shades of apricot or look to the lighter colouring of Dove Grey Concrete to set off paler apricot and light warm neutrals.
Smoked Concrete from our Knight Tile collection also available in rigid core.
Which floor would you choose to pair with apricot into your home? Try out options with our Floorstyle design tool.
