What is 'double drenching'? The new interiors trend taking colour drenching to the next level

Double drenching is the latest interiors trend that’s got us hooked at Ideal Home. Combining two related colours to drench a room, this trend is big, bold and effective.

You've probably heard of colour drenching, the paint trend that uses one colour to flood every inch of a room. So when Little Greene introduced us to a new painting technique 'double drenching', I have to say I was very excited.

Double drenching focuses on using two or more colours in a different hue rather than a different strength. The rule to making it work is that the colours can be equally as bold as each other, or from the same family, but they must carry different undertones.

A handy trick is to look at colours next to each other on a paint chip card for equally bold shades that will work together, rather than looking up and down at different shades.

For example, for a calming double-drenched space consider combining Little Greene's Mid Azure Green and Deep Space Blue. Alternatively, for a warm autumnal twist, Little Greene's Yellow-Pink and Atomic Red are great choices for drenching your kitchen.

‘Double Drenching offers an exciting twist on the classic colour drenching technique, taking it one step further to create something new,’ says Becca Stern Becca Stern, Co-Founder and Creative Director of Mustard Made.

'It's perfect for those who love to experiment with bold pairings or just can't choose one favourite.’

Why bother? Well, Becca says double drenching is key to bringing your space to life.

‘By drenching the walls, furniture, and accessories in colour combinations like navy, slate and ocean, you can instantly create a room that's rich in colour and personality. Even neutral tones can bring a space to life,’ she says.

‘This creative approach adds character, especially in modern homes where architectural details might be lacking.’

How to use double-drenching in your home

When choosing your colours, Emma Bestley, Creative Director and Co-Founder of YesColours suggests considering how you want the space to make you feel.

‘Bedrooms are the room you want to feel most relaxed in, so opt for colours which will provide a tranquil environment,’ she says.

‘Drench the entire room in light neutrals with warmer tones of peach and pink for a feeling of uplift and serenity or opt for darker shades of dusky pinks, terracotta or warmer greens to create a more restorative comforting feel to the space.’

‘Opting for a darker colour on the lower half of the walls can create a grounding atmosphere, combined with a lighter colour on the upper area and ceiling, this will add height and create a feeling of space.

Double drenching is a slightly tricky technique to get your head around, but once you nail it the result can be bold and stunning.