Which white shade will look best in my bedroom? Does this colour go with my sofa? If these questions sound familiar, you may have found yourself in a colour dilemma.
Finding the right paint shade for your walls can be more challenging than expected. How can you make a decision when there are so many options? The magic of colour is undeniable. It can brighten a dark room - or soften and reduce glare in a bright space. It has the ability to warm a chilly north-facing room or to come to life in the evening light.
While a little colour theory can go a long way, we at Tikkurila believe that the most important place to start is by selecting paint colours that you truly love, and the perfect scheme will follow.
And if you’re still looking for a bit of guidance, we’re here to help! Follow on as we break five of our most commonly answered colour questions to steer you in the right direction.
Neutral colours are extremely versatile but it’s important to pay attention to their undertones when selecting your paint colour.
Cool-toned neutrals have green, grey or brown undertones and work best when paired with other cool-toned colours and steel accessories. Warm neutrals often have yellow or red undertones and work well when paired with rich tones and wooden finishes. Browse our edit of neutral shades below to help you find the neutral with the right undertone for your interiors.
Top tip: Order our complementary colour samples and see how they appear against your furniture and accessories to find the perfect match.
Featured colour: Dream X459
Cool-toned neutrals
Steam G497
Alabaster
Batiste G487
A Subtle And Calming Greige
Piazza Y487
Light Stone
Claystone V486
A Claming Neutral Griege
Plaster X487
Light Warm Grey
Chalk F484
Off-White With Green Undertones
Warm-toned neutrals
Merino Y458
Creamy White With Warm Undertones
Tikkurila Beige Tikb
Classic Beige
Dream X459
A Warm Greige With Green And Grey Undertones
Chai H459
A Warm And Comforting Beige
Halva G459
Warm Neutral Beige
Parchment F466
Light Bone
How to pick colours for two-tone walls
How to pick colours for two-tone walls
The easiest way to find two colours that will work together effortlessly is to select one light and one dark shade from the same paint sample strip or vertical row on a colour card. Ideally, the two colours should belong to the same colour family and be a few tones lighter or darker to create the perfect contrast.
Top tip: Consider the colour of your furniture when deciding on the placement of each shade. If your furniture is dark, paint the darker shade on the top half of the wall, so that the colours don’t blend together. If the furniture is light, paint your lighter shade on the top half of the wall instead.
Featured colours: TVT V367, TVT N366
Perfect pairings
Necklace F428
Pale Light Grey
Sandman V431
Medium Dusky Blue
Shawl Y467
Pale Beige With A Hint Of Pink
Salon S478
Dark Dusty Rose
Piazza Y487
Light Stone
Mole L487
Dark Grey With A Hint Of Brown
Can I paint a small room a dark colour?
Can I paint a small room a dark colour?
Yes, you can! It is a common belief that dark colours make small spaces feel even smaller, but we have a trick for creating an illusion of a larger space with paint. Simply apply your dark colour the trim to accentuate the height of the walls.
Top tip: Minimise contrast by matching the colour of your furniture to the wall colour. This will help the furniture to recede into the room creating a monochromatic, harmonious space.
Featured colour: Atlantis L433
Our favourite deep tones
Midnight Y498
Classic True Black
Wilderness N462
An Adventurous Rich Brown
Beetroot M425
A Rich, Earthy Purple-Red Tone
Denim N429
A Deep, Bold Shade Of Blue
Abyss N439
A Dark Green With Blue-Grey Undertones.
Ficus N378
Deep Forrest Green
How to pick a colour palette for the house?
How to pick a colour palette for the house?
The key to success is to pick your palette before picking up your brush. Selecting colours one painting project at a time can make it difficult to create continuity between spaces. Select one or two bold colours and pair them with complementing neutrals to make them flow from room to room effortlessly. Explore our colour schemes below to help you get started.
Featured colours: Surf S500, Nephrite N494, Sea Smoke X447
Contemporary greige colour palette
Paper F497
Pure White
Tikkurila Grey Tikh
Grey-Based White
Pumice H487
Mid Greige
Secret X438
Grey With Blue And Green Hues
Cloak M499
A Contemporary But Warm Mid-Grey
Granite K499
A Cosy Grey With A Hint Of Blue.
Timeless bohemian colour palette
Coconut Y456
A Creamy White With Yellow Undertones
Merino Y458
Creamy White With Warm Undertones
Dream X459
A Warm Greige With Green And Grey Undertones
Olive Grove V451
Mid Sage Green
Sepal L447
Deep Olive Green
Expance X394
A Charming Caramel Brown
Looking for more colour inspiration? Take a look at our Feel the Colour Collection for more ready-to-use interior palettes.
Which tone of pink for adult spaces?
To suit grown-up tastes, skip the classic bright pinks such as candyfloss or bubble gum. Instead, opt for softer pink hues with grey or beige undertones.
Muted shades like mauve and rose add elegance and character to the space without feeling too overpowering. These alluring pinks also make a great substitute to traditional neutral shades like beige, adding just a hint of colour for a modern spin to interior decor.
Colour featured: TVT H475
Our hand-picked pink shades
Pavillion X417
Light Dusty Pink
Pirouette V419
Dark Dusky Rose
Sunday H480
Soft Beige With A Hint Of Pink
Maiden X420
Chic Peach Taupe
Empress X477
A Soft Pink With A Touch Of Grey
Mezeron H417
Dusky Rose Pink
Got a specific question you'd like our help with? From finding the right shade to colour-matching, we're on hand to answer all of your colour questions. Simply send us an email on colours@valtti.co.uk.
