The Importance of Colour and Contrast in Dementia Using
contrasting colours in care homes, hospitals and domestic homes can help
Alzheimer’s patients differentiate between aspects of interior rooms.
In this month’s blog at T. Mone
Painters & Decorators Ltd we are looking at the importance of
colour and contrast in dementia and how we can help Alzheimer’s patients. Call
us in Morayshire on 01343 540 064 for more
details.
How Colour and Contrast Work The way we perceive colours depends on how an object
reflects light into our eyes and its pigment. Contrasting colours can be used
in homes, hospitals and care homes to help people with dementia differentiate
between key aspects of a room.
When considering colour and contrast, some important
terms to consider include:
Primary &
Secondary Hues Value (or Tone) Chroma (or
Saturation) A hue is a colour and its value is a measurement of its
lightness or darkness. Chroma refers to how bright or muted the hue is.
Red, yellow and blue are the three primary hues. The
secondary ones are orange, green and purple. Combinations of these six hues, in
addition to contrasting value and chroma used on interior design can assist
Alzheimer’s patients in interpreting the world around them.
Where to Apply Contrasts Some of the best places to use these contrasts in
interior design include:
Potential
Hazards Handrails Stairs Switches &
Sockets Furniture Doorways &
Windows Toilet Seats Colour contrasting around doorways with the walls makes
it easier for patients to move independently through a building without bumping
into frames. One of the most challenging things for someone with dementia to
cope with is losing independence , so providing even a
slight sense of it makes a big difference.
These contrasts can also make finding door handles,
sockets, switches and even the toilet seat more accessible. This not only aids
independence, but it also helps to show potential hazards and keep people safe.
Contact Us To find out more about using contrasting colours to
help Alzheimer’s patients, contact our team at T. Mone Painters &
Decorators Ltd in Morayshire today. Call us on 01343
540 064 or 07785 766 850 to talk to a
staff member. Alternatively, send us a message via the contact
form for a prompt response.
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