What colour should I paint my living room? The paint trend set to be huge for 2024
MANY of us will be thinking of home improvements for the New Year as a way to refresh our spaces.
Transforming your living space can be as simple as a fresh coat of paint, and Homebase has launched a huge offer on a wide range of Dulux paints including the Dulux Colour of the Year 2024: Sweet Embrace.
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Before you splash out on paint from Homebase there are probably a few considerations to make.
For starters, it's worth considering the size of your living room space and what cosy ambience you are wanting to create.
You will also want to consider other factors like lighting, how frequently the space will be in use and what activities you will mainly be doing in the space.
If the living room space is for the whole family to enjoy and is in regular use, look for paints that are durable or made specifically for high traffic areas.
If you're lucky enough to have an adults-only living room space, you can look at paint that offers a more unique finish, but that may require more upkeep in the long-run.
Homebase shoppers can also make the most of the retailer's paint colour finder tool for assistance when putting together a colour scheme too.
In addition, Homebase has also launched plenty of savings on everything from paints to paint brushes and tools to help make the process that little bit easier on your purse strings.
What colours make a living room look bigger?
Making your living room appear bigger can be made simple by utilising some clever painting tricks.
Opting for light and neutral colours such as white, cream and light grey, can help enhance the natural light in your space as these hues have reflective properties.
Creating an open and airy feel in your home.
However, home renovators have been shying away from the all-white walls and the clinical, minimal looks of the past.
Instead favouring warm neutrals, such as beiges and taupes, or light pink shades that mimic the colour of freshly plastered walls.
Simple monochromatic or tonal colour schemes also work well for living rooms, helping to create a cohesive and uninterrupted flow of colour that visually expands the space to the naked eye.
- Buy 2 for £32 on Dulux Standard Coloured Emulsion 2.5L at Homebase - shop here
What is the latest colour trend for living rooms?
The latest colour trends for living rooms include a blend of timeless, calming neutrals combined with subtle mood-enhancing hues.
In recent years, soft, earthy tones like warm terracottas, golden mustard yellows, subtle pinks, muted greens and calming blues have gained popularity, providing a nice balance between muted colours and serene neutral tones.
The use of versatile neutral palettes remains prevalent with home renovators looking for timeless appeal, and these tones are also perfect for pairing with accents of deeper, rich colours like navy or forest green on feature walls, soft furnishings and home accessories.
Dulux colour experts have noted that Sweet Embrace, Dulux's Colour of the Year for 2024, "is a kind, delicate tone that brings a feeling of positivity to our lives".
The soft and sophisticated blossom pink is the perfect neutral shade to kick off your scheme for your revamped living space.
Which colour is best for a living room?
Dulux's Colour of the Year for 2024: Sweet Embrace is an ideal choice for a living room.
The soft, muted pink exudes warmth and creates an inviting atmosphere.
The versatility of the pink tone allows for easy pairing with bolder accent colours or neutral tones, depending on whether you are after a warm or cool scheme for your interior.
Dulux states that "Sweet EmbraceTM is a delicate and optimistic colour, inspired by the softness of feathers and evening clouds.
Adding: "As well as being a warm and practical standalone shade, it’s also a great foundation colour that’s ideal for pairing with many other shades for a unique wall colour combination."
We'd also recommend incorporating some bolder colours such as navy blue or emerald green with the shade.
The Sweet Embrace shade has a subtle charm ensuring a timelessness, which is the perfect choice for those wanting a versatile and inviting ambience in your living space.
Buy 2 for £32 on Dulux Standard Coloured Emulsion 2.5L at Homebase, including on Dulux's Colour of the Year: Sweet Embrace.