Psychology
of Colors –
The Bathroom
by
Joey Lewitin
Trying
to figure out the psychology of the bathroom is a delicate subject.
The processes that go on in there are very private. However there
are a few key elements you want to reinfoirce in a bathroom that deal
with less specific functions. You want comfort, you want relaxation,
and if you can, you want beauty. Different colors can help you to
achieve these goals in different ways
The most
common bathroom color is white. White is simple and elegant. White
also shows dirt very easily, which, may make it easier to keep the
bathroom spotless; you’ll always know where the dirt is. One
of the interesting aspects of white is that it reflects heat, meaning
on those cold winter mornings there is no color colder then white
to have in a bathroom. Black is quite the opposite. It will hide most
dirt, and it absorbs heat. The problem with black is that it tends
to make things seem smaller, and the bathroom is usually already small.
Green
is a popular color that invigorates people’s bodies and gives
rest to their minds. It is reminiscent of nature. A dark green in
a bathroom will give a sense of being in the depths of the forest.
Blue
is the most popular color in America and it has an even deeper relaxing
effect then green. Using blue in the bathroom in different shades
will evoke calm in its occupants. Blue makes people think about oceans
and water, which may make it the perfect match for a bathrooms décor.
If you
wake up early and take a shower, you may not want your bathroom to
relax you. Many people feel they need a jolt in the morning. For this,
a derivative of red is perfect. Red causes our bodies to react aggressively,
and makes our metabolism increase. While bright red may a bit extreme
for most bathrooms, using a soft version of this color could give
you a slight boost of energy in the morning. It will, however, also
make midnight bathroom runs less easy to fall back asleep from.
There
are unlimited shades of each color above, and they don’t affect
everyone the same. Mix, match, and experiment before making any permanent
decisions. You have all of the taste you need; you just have to get
in tune with whom and what you really are.
Joey
Lewitin is an author, artist, and designer of home décor accessories
made from imported stone. Original designs from him and other artisans
can be seen at http://pebblez.com
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