Sonoma oak in interior design

What is this color?

Oak is one of the few trees whose shades differ dramatically depending on the variety. Natural wood can be a rich dark shade or light tone, cold or warm red (like rustic oak).

Sonoma oak stands out on this list - a subtone of light oak with pink, gray, sometimes milky or brown veins (it depends not only on the variety, but also on the lighting). Unlike its close relative, dairy oak, this one has a richer, more heterogeneous and noble texture.

The name Sonoma was given to the tree variety due to the area in which it grows. From the Indian, the term is translated "lunar valley".

On the photo the wall is in light oak color

Shades of oak sonoma

Many believe that the sonoma color looks exclusively as a light shade with a pinkish undertone. However, the widespread film for laminating chipboard displays only one hypostasis of sonoma oak.

Light and dark shades are hidden inside this name: what kind of natural wood will be depends on age, humidity and other environmental factors.

Important! The older the tree becomes, the darker the wood becomes.

Light coloured

The palette from almost white to milky is typical for young trees. Shades of pearls, ivory, cream, silver look elegant, perfectly complement the interior, make it more sophisticated.

In the photo, the texture of light chipboard

Middle

Also called the sonoma oak truffle. It goes well with the light "brother", but in itself it looks amazing: the delicate texture of golden wood with dark, almost black veins attracts attention.

Dark

Dark tones are typical for European woods as well as mature trees. Dark colors vary in saturation - from medium, slightly darker than an Endgrain-like truffle, to the most shaded, more close to the color of wenge.

What is it combined with?

Sonoma neutral oak in the interior is not limited in color combination: it looks good both with solid matte white, gray, beige surfaces, and with dark gloss (dark blue, green, burgundy, chocolate).

When combining woody textures, the first thing we recommend is to consider a combination of sonoma shades: light with truffle or dark. The difference between them is only in color saturation, so the pair will turn out to be very harmonious.

Sonoma oak is no less successfully combined with wenge, replacing the milky shade. A wardrobe made of two colors of oak is a timeless interior classic.

In the photo, an example of a combination with wenge

As countertops for kitchen units with facades in the shade of sonoma oak, a stone of a similar shade, white acrylic, metal will add a modern touch to the design.

If the space is done in provence style, light furniture in sonoma color will make great friends with lilac or pale green. For a loft, blue and purple companions are more suitable.

What does the furniture look like in this color?

Let's start with the largest options - furniture sets. Wall in the shade of oak sonoma itself will look faded, so it is better to complement its design with additional elements. Inserts made of glossy monochromatic MDF of any color, tinted glass or dark wood are suitable.

Important! In a modern living room, it is better to use a combination of white + sonoma.

The light set is suitable for furnishing even small kitchens - This is a great alternative to many boring white or gray sets. Sonoma oak is appropriate in modern, classic and even rustic (country, provence) styles.

Important! The advantage of a light oak suite is that even a tall corner set will not block the light and the room will remain visually spacious.

In the photo there is a two-color kitchen set

Sonoma oak furniture in the bedroom is usually represented by a bed, bedside tables, a wardrobe with a mirror or a chest of drawers. The design recommendations for a one-piece set are the same as in the living room: dilute the oak texture with additional shades.

On the picture bedroom set light wood with white

The nursery can also consist entirely of sonoma oak, including a bed for a child, a computer or writing desk, and a wardrobe. Thanks to neutral furniture, the finish can be any - from the same light, to bright and rich. Decorate the walls with drawings, leave room for toys or a colored carpet - all the same, the space will remain cozy.

As hallways in houses and apartments are often made small, a set of furniture in the shade of sonoma is an excellent choice that allows you to combine beauty, functionality, without cluttering up the space.

Important! Sonoma color is not as active as rich wenge or ginger walnut, therefore, choosing such furniture, you can afford a little extra in the decoration. For example, choose an interesting wallpaper or make a color accent on one of the surfaces.

How does it look in the interior of the rooms?

Before proceeding to the consideration of interiors, it is worth making a reservation: the shade of sonoma oak can be not only furniture. Manufacturers produce entrance and interior doors, floor coverings (linoleum, laminate), protective or decorative wall panels. If you try, you can even find options for wet rooms: tiles or PVC panels in the desired color.

Kitchen

Sonoma headsets can be monochromatic or combined, while the sonoma can be either a light top (in combination with wenge, graphite) or a dark bottom (when combined with white).

Advice! So that the interior does not turn out to be too "wooden", it is recommended to choose monochromatic table and chairs that stand out against the background of cabinets.

Living room

The warm texture of the wood is unique add coziness to the main room of the house... A large object (wall, console) or small decor - a coffee table, a flower stand can be made in the color of sonoma oak.

Hallway

The entrance lobby is perhaps the only place where oak should not be mixed with anything other than white or milky color. To "lighten" the appearance of furniture, it is better to choose sets with open hooks instead of cabinets, shelves instead of shoe racks.

Bedroom

Wardrobes or chests of drawers made of light oak will perfectly make friends with both a bed in color and more modern models with circular upholstery. Combine with neutral soothing tones: pearl, gainsborough, almond, linen.

Cabinet

A light-colored writing desk doesn't look as luxurious as a dark one made of regular oak or mahogany. But it fits perfectly into modern workspaces, including small ones, where more saturated counterparts will look bulky, even rude.

Children

Sonoma is one of the few shades that grows with the child. Bright green, blue, pink facades will become irrelevant at the age of 7-8, while oak furniture is suitable for any age and gender.

Sonoma oak is full of simplicity and elegance at the same time: do not be afraid to use it in your interior, whatever style you choose.