Mix it up with a bright feature ceiling
Use a mustard shade on a hallway ceiling to brighten the space. Flood a white hallway with warmth by painting the ceiling a mustard shade that draws the eye upwards.
Yellow
Welcome sunshine into your dining space
Come rain or shine, vibrant yellow will raise your spirits. A classic kitchen dresser painted vibrant yellow sings out against a fresh, zesty green wall.
Reinvent your living room with sunny yellow
Blend brilliantly bright shades of yellow for a dazzling look. Golden glow After Dutch artist Van Gogh moved to the south of France in the late 1880s, his paintings began incorporating yellow to represent the sun – the dominant feature of Provençal summers. In his own powerful language, he painted the famous mustard yellow sunflowers …
Inject a shot of glamour with deep teal
A bold wall of warm teal adds depth to an elegant bedroom. The elegant shapes, shimmering fabrics and gold details in this boho boudoir are given a modern twist with a bold wall of powerful teal.
Decorate with yellow for instant warmth
Choose muted yellow to bring a little sunshine into your room. Cheerful, energetic yellow adds instant warmth to any room, particularly soft, pale shades that are easy on the eyes. Muted yellows like buttercup, vanilla, saffron or sand could help brighten a space with limited natural light, or make a space with high ceilings feel …
Learn how to “cut in” for a flawless finish
If your home decor ideas mean walls and ceiling will be in different paint colours, you will need to “cut in” the corners for a flawless finish. Cutting in can also be used to achieve straight lines when painting around windows, skirting board and other woodwork. For best results, follow our step-by-step guide: To get …
How to calculate the right amount of paint
Calculating the right amount of paint with these handy tips. First, assess the size of the area that you’re painting. Grab a friend to help measure the width and height of the walls with a tape measure; multiply these together to get the overall surface area. Use the above same calculation method to measure the …
How to make the most of leftover paint
Learn how to dispose of leftover paint safely – the eco-friendly way. 1) Before you start painting, calculate how much paint you actually need to finish your project. Using less paint will not only help you save money, you’ll be playing a part in protecting the planet. 2) If you still end up with leftover paint, can …
