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The cosiest bedrooms are painted in one of these 3 Farrow & Ball colours, according to interior designersThe shades that are the secret to a cosier sleep space
By Amy Lockwood
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My take on Benjamin Moore's 2027 Colour of the Year – and why I'd use it in my own home as a lover of bold shades that stand the test of timeThis classic colour choice is a clear sign of the move towards embracing grounding hues in our homes
By Heather Young
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Why Edward Bulmer 'Clove' is the perfect kitchen neutralIt's the ultimate spiced neutral shade to add warmth for winter
By Holly Cockburn
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Rob Beckett’s teal kitchen proves this bold colour can work in both modern and period homesAdd this colour scheme to your modern kitchen ideas
By Kezia Reynolds
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James Blunt’s bold striped bathroom proves you don’t need to play it safe with pattern – here’s how to get the lookThe singer has reminded us of the importance of having fun with colour and pattern
By Kezia Reynolds
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I painted our lime-plastered walls myself — 5 simple things to ensure a good resultFrom prepping correctly to using the right tools, patience is also key if you plan on painting lime plaster like I did
By Amy Reeves
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12 small kitchen paint colours to enhance the sense of space in a bijou cooking spaceHow to give your compact space clout with considered colour choices
By Holly Cockburn
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Jacqueline Jossa’s clever use of beige paint adds so much warmth and cosiness to her home – she’s making the dated shade cool againHer case for beige has won me over
By Kezia Reynolds
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The way we use colour in our home is changing, and Little Greene just created 26 new paint colours that nail this new lookAnd they're just in time for the cosy season
By Sara Hesikova
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5 paint colours that can ruin your kitchen's entire aestheticYour kitchen will thank you later
By Katie Sims
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This already extremely popular colour is clearly not going anywhere in 2027 as Dulux names it colour of the yearThis 'new neutral' shade will make your home feel calm, light and serene
By Sara Hesikova
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Cloud Capping is making white ceilings cool again – the trending paint technique experts are using to make rooms feel bigger and brighterIf you have low ceilings or a small room to work with, pay attention
By Kezia Reynolds
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One of this year’s biggest colour trends is here to stay – Graham & Brown names it its colour of the year 2027Looks like we’re going to be just as obsessed with this shade next year as we have been in 2026
By Sara Hesikova
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5 stylish paint shades that make stuffy bedrooms feel cooler, according to paint prosEnsure your bedroom is a cooling oasis of calm
By Kezia Reynolds
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I took a risk and opted for bright yellow in my lime-plastered spare roomIt's my new favourite spot in the house
By Amy Reeves
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This is how a colour expert created the perfect engaging colour scheme for her son’s playroom'Designing the playroom was one of my favourite rooms to work on'
By Sara Hesikova
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Sorry, Farrow & Ball! But this is the paint shade that so many stylish homes have in common‘Everyone asks what the paint colour is’
By Sara Hesikova
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These are the 4 popular paint colours experts say people regret choosing for their homes‘Colours people regret are often the simplest’
By Sara Hesikova
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5 trending colour combinations to use in a garden to make it look effortlessly stylish this summerLooking for stylish garden inspo? Choose from one of these stunning colour combos...
By Kezia Reynolds
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Farrow & Ball’s most popular blue shades that people can’t get enough of in 2026 – it’s the world's favourite colour for a reasonAnd this year's biggest colour trend, too
By Sara Hesikova
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Red is the 'it' bathroom colour choice for 2026 - here's how to use this dramatic shade in cloakrooms, ensuites and family bathroomsBeing brave with colour always pays off
By Holly Cockburn
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Farrow & Ball’s most popular front door colours in 2026 – 3 shades to take inspiration from for your home’s entranceGive your front door a colourful makeover with one of these stylish shades
By Sara Hesikova
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If you think this paint colour is 'dated', it's because you're using it wrong – paint pros reveal how to use turquoise in your home for a bold, summery lookThis Y2K colour trend is everywhere right now
By Kezia Reynolds
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Farrow & Ball's new 'it' paint colour for the kitchenPink is quickly becoming a neutral in kitchens
By Holly Cockburn
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Warm minimalism is the key to simplicity that isn't boring - this kitchen is the perfect example of how to nail the trendWith the help of Lick, homeowners Alice & Jason created this pared-back family kitchen
By Holly Cockburn
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Sorry, pink kitchens - this 'older sister' shade is the trendiest tone to try in 2026 for an inviting cooking spaceThis richer hue is perfect for those woh want to make an impact with their interiors
By Holly Cockburn
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The colour all the most stylish homes are pairing with pink this summerThis tonal pairing is a classic look in the making
By Rebecca Knight


