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What is the best paint finish for your hallway? Paint experts unanimously agree on which to go for and the one to avoid at all costs

If you’re thinking of painting your hallway walls, this is the paint finish to invest in

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Interior experts reveal the bedroom colours that are officially out of style in 2025 – and the shades replacing them

These are the new colourways you'll want on your radar

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What colours make a small bedroom look more expensive? 7 shades, recommended by the experts

Give your bijou bedroom a luxury look with one of these transformational shades

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5 most welcoming colours to paint a front door, according to experts and colour psychology

Send out the welcoming vibes before the door is even open

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Is your front door colour going out of style in 2025? Experts reveal the shades fading in popularity this year and the ones replacing them

These are the front door colours that are going out of style in 2025 – and the new shades taking their place

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I asked 6 interior designers and stylists what paint finish is their go-to for walls and ceilings – they all agreed these are the best

If you're making over your walls and ceilings with a new coat of paint, these are the finishes you should go for

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4 surprising areas in your home that experts say you really shouldn't paint white – and what to do with them instead

And which colours to choose for them instead

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7 places in your home you’re probably forgetting to paint – but design experts say you really shouldn’t

These are the spots pros recommend highlighting with colour

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Interior paint colour trends 2026: 9 hues you'll be seeing everywhere this year

Looking to refresh your space? These trending colours are just the thing to transform your home one room at a time

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3 simple ways to transform your home with colour ready for spring

A little paint and lots of creativity can go a long way

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French Blue kitchens are taking over Pinterest — how to add this emerging colour trend to your home

This serene mid-tone blue has the subtle power to transport your kitchen to sunnier climes

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Best satinwood paint: top picks for a flawless finish

Mid-sheen and oh-so chic: why satin paint is the best option for interior wood

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Is navy a good colour for a bedroom? Decor experts explain how to use this soothing shade to create a tranquil and relaxing space

Deep and moody or timeless and classic, these navy bedroom ideas will never go out of style

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How to decorate with Dulux Overtly Olive – 7 easy tricks for using the ultimate versatile earthy green shade in any space

Expert-approved tips for using this popular colour in your home

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Is colour drenching still on trend for 2025? Experts reveal how the popular paint trend is evolving in the new year

We're not quite ready to say goodbye to this dramatic paint trend

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How vintage paint colours are making a comeback

Retro style makes a signature statement, says Sam Wylie-Harris.

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The colour palette for 2025 – these are the shades paint experts say we’ll see everywhere next year

These are the colours and combinations set to define our homes in the new year

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Experts reveal the best living room paint colours to transform every space

Experts reveal the best living room paint colors to update your home and complement your living room design this season

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Maximalism is back and it’s brighter and bolder than ever – here’s how to get the look

Take inspiration from Dulux Colour of the Year 2025, True Joy – a sunny yellow – to create a maximalist interior, says Sam Wylie-Harris.

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Autumn colour schemes – 6 ways to embrace the ‘cosy season’ in your home by choosing the most stylish and warming hues

Bring the seasonal charm into your home with these autumnal colour updates

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How to make your rental hallway look expensive – add colour, storage and style without breaking the bank

7 tricks to elevate your temporary entryway and make it your own

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Dulux Colour of the Year 2025: 'True Joy' is set to be the tone to create a happy home next year

It's a divisive choice, but the experts have spoken and they say it's time to be bolder with colour

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Dulux's 2025 Color of the Year is an 'energizing and motivating yellow' – the ultimate cheerful hue for color lovers

If you're looking to bring some sunshine-filled color into your home this fall, look no further than True Joy

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Want to be more colour confident in your home? Dulux's bold colour of the year 2025 was chosen to help you do just that

Dulux’s colour of the year 2025 is True Joy, a bright sunny yellow shade that inspires happiness

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Green has been dominating all colour trends this summer – these are the shades we’ve been seeing everywhere

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