Do you ever wonder how to mix and match patterns in your home? I know it can be tricky to figure out what “goes” with what!

In today’s post Melissa from Inspired Room will share some of her secrets for pattern mixing.

How to mix patterns

There are many ways to effectively mix patterns in a room. Consider starting with a limited colour palette (such as one colour plus white) in patterns of various scales. These tips can help you mix, match, and experiment.

Two similar patterns will look best together when connected by a common colour or tone of colour.

You can combine three or more patterns in a room, try them in various scales for the most pleasing effect.

Start simply! Choose a large-scale pattern and a small-scale pattern in the same colour family. Mix in solids.

You can use more than one stripe, just make sure one stripe is wide and one is narrow.

Use a neutral on walls and flooring to unite the patterns in the room.

Add interesting patterns with art or objects in a neutral room for a pleasing balance.

Wood grains and stone contribute organic pattern to a room, so be sure to consider them in the mix as well.

Generally, it’s safer to mix patterns in similar style (traditional with traditional or contemporary with contemporary). But there will be times when you want to be a bit more bold.

But above all, give yourself permission to experiment! If you love a combination, break the rules all you want!

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This article via The Inspired Room does not constitute advice; readers should seek independent and personalised counsel from an appropriate trusted adviser that specialises in property, a tax accountant and property or interior design specialist.