How to Combine Laminate Flooring and Interior Lighting Like a Pro?

Laminate flooring gives a warm and natural atmosphere to any room. But, did you know that with the right lighting solutions you can highlight the perfect appearance of your laminate flooring?
We have prepared some valuable tips that will help you achieve perfection in the interior, combining your parquet with appropriate lighting.

1. More Use of Daylight:

• Windows and Curtains: Let more natural light into your interior to highlight the natural colors and texture of laminate flooring. For this purpose, we recommend choosing lightweight curtains and blinds with the option of filtering light.
• Reflection of Light: You can use mirrors that will add depth to your interior and reflect natural light. They will create a feeling of spaciousness, warmth and coziness, directing the sun's light to your floor.

2. Ambient and Task Lighting:

• Ambient Lighting: The relationship between laminate flooring and general lighting plays a crucial role in setting the style and atmosphere of the room. In rooms with intense main lighting, dark laminate flooring with rich earthy tones would become an exquisite accent. An ideal choice for this type of lighting is Thames Oak laminate flooring from Kastamonu Entegre's River collection, providing water resistance for up to 72 hours. In rooms that require softer lighting, you can achiee a spectacular look with Alaçatı laminate flooring from our Sun series.
• Task Lighting: You can use table lamps or LED lighting to emphasize on specific areas of the floor.
• Spot Lighting: You can place spotlights or LED strips to draw attention to the texture and patterns of the laminate flooring.

3. Characteristics of the Light:

• Warm White Light: Use warm white light to emphasize the natural tones of floors coered with laminate flooring. This type of lighting is especially effective combined with floors covered with dark laminate. You will get an impressive and memorable effect by choosing Harbour décor from Kastamonu Entegre's Prime collection.
• Cold White Light: Cold white light is more often preferred in more modernist and eccentric interior styles. Keep in mind that this type of lighting can neutralize the natural radiance of wood. Use it carefully.

4. Color and Tone Harmony:

• Light Fittings: Light fittings in bronze, copper or gold hues are harmoniously combined with wooden floors. Stainless steel and chrome fittings are preferred to achiee a modern look.
• Light Bulb Selection: Energy-efficient LED bulbs, with different color temperatures, allow you to set the desired atmosphere in your home. Soft tinted lights can make warm floor tones more distinct, while cool ones will accentuate the gray or blue undertones of your laminate.

5. Shadow and Light Plays:

• Light Direction: You can make the texture and patterns of the floor a focal point by directing the light to the laminate flooring. A lamp placed in the corner of the room will accentuate the natural patterns of the floor through the play of light and shadow.
• Furniture Backlighting: Discreet LEDs or LED strips placed on the furniture will project interesting lighting effects on your floor.

6. Decorative Lighting Elements:

• Floor Lamps and Decoratie Candelabras: You can use floor lighting and decoratie candelabras to get soft lighting that will add an aesthetic touch to the areas coered with laminate flooring.
• Dimmer Switches: With the help of dimmer switches, you can adjust the intensity of light in the room. The intensity of the light can affect the look of your laminate flooring. Brighter lights will recreate the feeling of a more spacious floor, while more subdued ones will create a friendlier and more cozy atmosphere.

7. Laminate Flooring Colors:

• Light Colored Laminate Flooring: Usually, light laminate flooring reflects more light, giing a feeling of spaciousness in the rooms. It goes well with softer and warmer lighting. If you prefer such lighting effects, choose Gray Walnut laminate flooring from the Sunex series by Kastamonu Entegre.
• Dark Colored Laminate Flooring: Dark laminate flooring creates a rich and luxurious atmosphere. Bright and strong lighting elements can be used as a contrast to dark floors. To enjoy the beauty of this effect in your interior, we recommend Robin laminate flooring from the Wings series of Kastamonu Entegre.

Find the perfect laminate flooring for your home by choosing a décor from our rich portfolio! You can use the "Design Yourself" function in the "Let's Design" section of Kastamonu Entegre’s web page, where you will have the opportunity to apply each of our laminate floorings on a photo of your own room. Try out different options and find the perfect finish for your interior.