Color of the Month: Decorating with Tangerine

Orange is one of those colors; people love it or hate it. At Quality Bath, we happen to be firmly in the “love it” camp, so this month’s Color is an awesomely pure shade of orange: tangerine.

Like all oranges, tangerine is a high-energy, bold, fresh, and fun color. It’s warm and welcoming, stands out dramatically against neutrals and crisp whites (even in small doses), and pairs especially well with blues.

The rule of thumb with bright colors is to use it strategically. Not necessarily sparingly, but be careful not to overdo it. These rooms will show you how!

The perfect place for tangerine is the kitchen – aside from the natural food association, it’s an appetite stimulant and an inviting color.

Similarly, it works well in the dining room – even a formal one!

Dining Room by BROWN DAVIS INTERIORS, INC.

Dining Room by CDB Interiors, CDB-Properties, LLC

Tangerine provides a cheery pick-me-up in the living room:

Family Room by Laidlaw Schultz architects

Living Room by Flow Home Staging & Design

Add a pop of this invigorating hue to your home office:

Tangerine is happily at home in kids’ spaces; it’s gender-neutral, fun, and bright:

Use caution with tangerine in the bedroom – keep it toned down with just a splash (or a more muted shade) to get you going in the morning without promoting wakefulness at the wrong times: