Your car interior is important to your overall driving experience, as this is where you spend your time. Your choice of interior color will determine how it feels to be in the car, and will most often reflect your status and personality. Leather, vinyl and fabric auto upholstery are all available in a wide range of colors.
When choosing a color for your auto upholstery, you should consider the car’s outside color as well as the interior padding (unless you are planning to reupholster the padding as well). When walking up to your car, the colors should match. Ask for different upholstery samples at your supplier before choosing a color. Opt for a pattern or shade that corresponds with your car’s exterior color. Hold the samples next to your car’s body and the interior padding to see if the colors match.
Upholstery Journal Mag states that, according to Bentley, earth tones are the most popular upholstery colors. Shades of beige and brown are neutral colors that are not as bound to fashion as some of the brighter color families. Earth tone colors also will suit many car models. If you prefer a light color, opt for leather or vinyl rather than fabric, as these are easier to clean. A beige fabric seat will show stains and dirt very quickly.
As your car interior will reflect your personality, some people will want to go for bright, trendy colors. Be cautious about choosing a bright color for permanent auto upholstery, as these go out of fashion fairly quickly, and you may grow tired of the color. Rather buy seat covers in your desired color. These are available in a wide range of styles and colors. Seat covers are usually inexpensive and will keep your original upholstery in a good condition. Washable seat covers also are practical when you have small kids.
Opt for a darker color or patterned upholstery if you have small children. Darker colors do not show dirt as quickly as light colors, and patterns often efficiently disguise stains. Use washable seat covers to keep your upholstery in good condition.
The red and yellow color-family are considered the “warm” colors, while shades of blue, green and gray are considered “cool” colors. Red is associated with excitement and passion and has a great emotional impact, but avoid this color for your car interior if you are prone to road aggression. The blue-family, on the other hand, embodies calm and will lower your blood pressure and pulse rate, keeping you calm behind the wheel.
