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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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'Barely-there-blue' is the bedroom colour of summer 2026It's cooling, restful, and exactly what this hot weather calls for
By Amy Lockwood
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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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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
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If your kitchen feels enclosed or claustrophobic, it's down to this colour scheme mistakeYou don't need to repaint to fix this, either
By Holly Cockburn
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Sorry pink bedrooms, interior designers say these 3 alternative 'grown-up' shades are the key to a stylish bedroom in 2026This is how to do a pink bedroom 'right', according to the experts
By Amy Lockwood
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Sorry, matt paint! This 'outdated' paint finish is making a comeback – I keep seeing it in the most stylish homesEggshell and glossier paint finishes are no longer reserved only for skirting boards
By Sara Hesikova
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Front door colour ideas – 11 colourful ways to make your home’s entrance stand out for all the right reasonsThese are the best shades to paint your entrance that will impress your guests and passersby alike
By Sara Hesikova
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I asked Farrow & Ball for their most popular paint shades of 2026And why their top 7 colours surprised me
By Sara Hesikova
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I asked 3 colour experts and they all recommend this paint trick to make a small room look bigger and more open – it’s so simple!‘It’s such a simple yet transformative way to change how a space feels’
By Sara Hesikova
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I asked the experts and these are the 4 paint colours that work the best to make narrow rooms look bigger, more stylish and less tunnel-like‘Avoid anything that emphasises the long, tunnel-like proportions of the space’
By Sara Hesikova
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Sorry sage green, interior designers say these are the 3 soothing colours the most stylish bedrooms are using instead in 2026Same easy-to-live-with vibes, but with 'a little more depth and personality'
By Amy Lockwood
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These outdoor kitchens all use the same simple but effective colourful trick for a striking and stylish look – and you can recreate it in a weekendColour is the best way to spruce up an outdoor kitchen this summer
By Holly Cockburn
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I asked 3 interior designers and paint experts what colour to pair with Farrow & Ball’s iconic Sulking Room PinkThis dusky pink shade is one of the brand's bestsellers – and these are the colours that complement it the most
By Sara Hesikova
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Sorry, beige, the most stylish homes are ditching this popular neutral for these 2 warm and earthy coloursBeige is out in 2026 – and these 2 stylish shades are replacing it
By Sara Hesikova
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Farrow & Ball has created the ultimate spring colour scheme – but it's this delicate shade that has stolen the show as the fan favouriteIt might soon replace Skimming Stone and Setting Plaster as one of the most popular Farrow & Ball neutrals
By Sara Hesikova
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Decorative borders are the latest paint trend I’m seeing everywhere – ‘It’s a simple but impactful way to add personality’This is how to use this fun, playful paint trend in your home
By Sara Hesikova
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The best places to buy paint – I've done the research, and these are the 9 paint brands I'd recommend as a Room Decor editorYou can't go wrong with these star paint brands
By Sara Hesikova


