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Choosing the right colour scheme

Colour plays a crucial role when it comes to school library furniture. It directly impacts the environment and the pupils’ experience.

Research tells us that bright, vibrant colours create a welcoming and stimulating atmosphere, increasing alertness and boosting energy levels.

Soft, neutral tones are shown to help students focus and provide a sense of calm and relaxation, working particularly well in SEN schools.

Thoughtful use of colour can make all the difference and allows us to create an environment tailored to the needs of your pupils.

View our latest colour choices for library shelving and seating below.

Colour options for school library furniture

Our range of colour options have been carefully selected to complement a variety of environments and learning styles. From bright, energetic tones to cool and calm shades, our library design team will work closely with you to ensure the colour scheme works for your unique space and meets your pupils’ needs.

Laminates

This refers to the finish on our timber-based products such as library shelving, mobile bookcases, reading corner furniture and feature pieces.

Our laminates are wipe-clean, hard-wearing and manufactured to cope with the rigors of school life.

Choose Light Oak or White for the core colour and any laminate colour for the accent (shelves and trim). 

More colour combinations are available. Speak to our friendly team on 0121 246 2777 for further advice.

Core Colours

Light Oak

Simply White

Accent Colours

Lime Green

Teal Blue

Ocean Blue

Royal Blue

Steel Blue

Battleship Grey

Zesty Orange

Light Oak

Postbox Red

Simply White

Canyon Red

Dusty Pink

Pistachio Green

Forest Green

Fabric

We have carefully chosen fabrics that are hard-wearing and durable, making them an ideal solution for high-traffic educational settings.

We recommend Intervene Texture for Early Years, Primary Schools and high-contact areas such as seat bases. 

We use Blazer fabric alongside Intervene Texture for backs and sides of our Privacy Sofas, Link and Button Seating. 

Intervene Texture

A high-performance fabric that’s water-resistant, flame-retardant, bleach cleanable and anti-microbial. Recommended for use in Early Years settings and primary schools. Suitable for all seating options.

Green

Teal

Blue

Royal Blue

Purple

Grey

Light Orange

Burnt Orange

Red

Autumn Brown

Crimson Red

Pink

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Blazer

A pure wool fabric that’s eco-friendly and flame-retardant. Recommended for backs and/or sides on the Privacy Sofa, Button and Link Seating. Can be replaced with Intervene Texture if preferred.

Jungle Green

Moss Green

Sage Green

Azure Blue

Ice Blue

Marine Blue

Sapphire Blue

Sea Green

Elephant Grey

Hazy Pink

Salmon Pink

Lavender Purple

Mulberry Purple

Ruby Red

Copper Orange

Tiger Orange

Golden Orange

Camel Brown

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Please note that the colours displayed on our website may vary due to differences in screen resolutions and settings. To ensure accuracy, we recommend ordering physical samples. For assistance, please call us at 0121 246 2777.

Case Studies

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