The light and airy style – timeless elegance with light stain colours

By using light and airy stain colours, you create a simple and timeless style that fits perfectly with both Nordic interiors and cabins by the sea. Our light stain colours preserve the wood's natural expression, while giving it a lighter touch that highlights its grain and structure.

More and more people are now asking for a lighter colour palette for their panelling and wooden walls. This may be because lighter colours are often easier to combine with different types of interiors and flooring solutions, or that many people want to avoid rooms that feel too dark.

Our most popular light stain colours

Light Valdres grey, Synshorn and Kviteberg are among our lightest stain colours and have become big favourites for many customers. All of these colours are characterised by delicate, light grey tones that provide a Nordic touch while highlighting the natural structure and character of the wood.

A light expression is especially in demand for cabins by the sea, where light colours on the floors, walls and moulding create an airy and relaxed atmosphere. If you want an even brighter look, you can choose to paint the ceiling white or use an even lighter stain on the ceiling. Nevertheless, we see that many people prefer the same colour on both walls, ceilings and moulding to achieve a more uniform and harmonious impression in the room. Of course, this is up to your individual preferences and what style you want to create.

A colour palette that creates atmosphere in the cabin

Although the lightest colours are often perceived as cold in the colour spectrum, light stain on wood panels will give a warm and lovely look. When choosing a colour palette, the most important thing is to find tones that you are comfortable with and that create the mood you want.

A practical advantage of light stain colours is the flexibility they provide: if you start with a light stain, you can later choose to go darker if you want a different look. If, on the other hand, you go for a darker stain first, it will not be possible to achieve a lighter tone later without painting over the stain. This makes light stain colours a safe and flexible choice for many.

The natural variety of wood – part of its charm

When choosing stained panelling – especially in the lightest colours where the natural core of the wood becomes more visible – it is important to be aware that there may be differences in shade between different panels. This is due to variations in the heartwood – the darker core found in the middle of the tree trunk. Some panels have more heartwood, while others have less, resulting in natural colour variations after staining.

We believe that these natural variations are part of the charm of the wood and give the panels a distinctive character and authenticity that cannot be recreated with synthetic materials. It is precisely these small variations that make each wood panel unique and give the room character.

Want to create your own bright look?

Are you considering light stain colours for your next project? Contact our advisors for personalised recommendations tailored to your interior and preferences. We'll help you find the perfect light stain colour that highlights both the natural beauty of the wood and the potential of the room.