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What is light reflective value in paint? Experts say it could be the simple secret to making a small kitchen look bigger

Learning to look for this will be the secret to choosing the right shade for your space

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Farrow & Ball’s Scallop is quickly becoming the go-to neutral paint shade – this is how to use the versatile new colour in your home

Despite its recent launch, the Scallop shade by Farrow & Ball is already the new go-to neutral that everybody's obsessed with

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Scientists Have 'Discovered' a Brand New Color — Meet Olo, the Most Unnatural (and Most Saturated) Color in the World

It doesn't exist in nature, and it's not visible with the naked eye, so what *actually* is Olo? And what does it mean for interior design? Let's discuss

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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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5 Bathroom Paint Mistakes to Avoid for a More Durable, Longer-Lasting Wall Color

Painting a bathroom requires extra care and attention if you want a perfect finish that promises to last

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Sarah Michelle Gellar's kitchen cabinets are moody yet elevated – I've always used dark paint with caution, but they make bolder tones accessible

The actress's black kitchen cabinets are bold yet palatable, proving that this dark shade is a trendy yet timeless color pick

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What Actually Is Eco Paint? The Environmentally-Sound Brands to Buy Into for a Healthier, More Sustainable Home

Ditch the guilty conscience and go green; eco paint is the environmental alternative, promising a happier and healthier base for your interiors

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Experts explain the 'colour drenching' trend – sharing 7 thoughtful ways to try it in your home

Transform your home with colour drenching, a simple yet bold technique that unlocks the potential of a single shade

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Which Farrow & Ball paint shades are the most popular in 2025? These are the 7 trending colours to decorate your home with this year

The bestselling Farrow & Ball shades loved by many

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Matcha is the colour trend you'll be seeing in the most relaxing spaces this spring — these are the paint shades experts say nail the look

Fresh, relaxing paint shades are all the rage this spring

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This polarising hue will soon be everywhere – experts share how you can make the trending colour work in your home

And you don't have to be a purple lover in order to get on board with this new colour trend

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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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Why you should romanticise your home – the trend that makes your home love you back

Turn your space into an emotional and physical self-care haven

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Can I use washing-up liquid to clean walls before painting? This sugar soap alternative could be the key to a flawless finish

You might not have sugar soap lying around, but you’ll definitely have washing-up liquid…

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Stacey Dooley has drenched her dining room in this year's most popular colour – and we've tracked down the perfect paint shade to recreate it

The Strictly star has given her dining and living space a brave green makeover

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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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Everything you need to know about painting over new plaster - including how long to wait before painting

No, you can’t paint straight onto new plaster…

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How to decorate with Benjamin Moore’s Antique Pewter – the shade with 'an enduring charm that captivates at the first glance'

Designers love this gray-green tone for its elegance and sophistication. Here’s how they use the color

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Alcove paint ideas – 9 interesting ways to use colour and pattern to elevate an underutilised space

These are the experts' favourite suggestions, from understated designs to bold and colourful schemes

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Nancy Meyers' home exterior offers a twist on a trending hue – color experts say it gives this traditional neutral a new lease of life

The director's butter yellow home exterior is as warm and cozy as her films, solidifying her status as a cult-favorite decorator

Woman & Home

How to embrace the 'tenniscore' trend in your interiors: 5 ways to serve the sportsluxe look

Tenniscore is winning on and off the court – here's how to try the sporty-chic microtrend at home

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What is distemper paint? Why this finish is trending right now

Distemper paint is the enigmatic paint finish everybody's talking about

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What colours make a bedroom feel cosier? 9 shades that will give your space a cocooning feel

From earthy tones and warm neutrals to peachy hues and darker colours...

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Suki Waterhouse and Robert Pattinson's kitchen exemplifies an expert's favorite springtime shade for 2024

Green makes for a seasonally appropriate paint color, and the couple's London apartment is a trove of inspiration

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The fresh new colour trend for spring/summer is a sophisticated take on green that will elevate your home

Grab your martini and embrace the olive green trend

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