Wherever you decide to infuse stained glass, it instantly adds a gorgeous accent to the home. And it doesn’t really matter what you own – a one-bedroom cottage or a 3-bedroom apartment – turning to custom stained glass is always a good idea. If at this point, you’re at the color-picking stage, remember that it impacts a lot. It’ll define the style, mood, and ambiance of your piece, be it part of a suncatcher, decorative panel, or a window. If you’re stuck, we’re here to help out.
Know the Where
Before you settle somewhere, ask yourself where you would like to display this ornamental masterpiece. Plus, remember that light is always part of the game. For instance, natural light changes throughout the day. It alters how colors appear. If you’re dealing with south-facing windows, do not forget they will amplify warm tones, while north-facing areas work best with brighter, cooler hues. A very simple math, as you can see.
Start with a Color Palette
For the winning formula of visual cohesion, pick a base palette with 3-5 colors. If you infuse too many of those, you’ll thus ruin the aesthetics and, well, overwhelm your eyes. On the other hand, a properly chosen palette gives your piece 2 essential ‘ingredients’ – balance and sophistication.
We strongly recommend using complementary colors, i.e., the ones that are opposite each other on the color wheel. For example, orange and blue create a wow contrast that makes all fragments pop. This simple technique is fire when you need to highlight focal points or the most detailed designs.
Go Beyond Color
Stained glass is absolutely hypnotizing! Not only does it please you, but it also makes a statement as a one-of-a-kind object. And the best part is that it’s not only about color but texture as well. The latter affects how light passes through and adds depth to the home interior, especially when you mix translucent, opaque, and textured fragments.
Ask Mother Nature for Help
If your muse is on vacation, nature is available 24/7. It’s an endless inspo bank, where the most diverse color combinations can be found for free. Go outside to admire the magnificence of sunsets, the serenity of forests and oceans, and the beauty of flowers, all offering you the rich palette that neither Michelangelo nor Monet ever could reproduce. You’ll find the most intricate designs in the most unexpected places!
Look Around
After all, you’re going to use stained glass artwork in a room that is full of existing décor and has its own color scheme. Check out things like furniture, wall colors, flooring, and even the ceiling to make sure the piece you add becomes the cherry on top that completes a room.
One last piece of advice for you guys – don’t rush into choosing a color. Before you commit to anything, get a pack of samples of small glass and put them together the way your creative inner self tells you to. Do the colors play well? How about the light? Does it complement it? Before you choose something, make sure your choices work in harmony.
