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Discover how colour works and interacts through texture, hue and lighting. Colours featured: Dulux Cuticle Pink, Waimakariri River, Friends, and Carmen.

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How to use colour in the home

Get advice on which colour schemes work best across different spaces in your home.

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How to create a colour scheme

Explore how undertones work and tips on what to prioritise when developing a colour scheme.

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How to use a colour wheel

Learn what colours harmonise together and how to create a striking palette for your next project.

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How to choose a sheen level

Discover the difference between flat, matt, low sheen, semi gloss and gloss with our guide on how to choose the right sheen.

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How to choose the right paint colour

When selecting a paint colour, it’s important to understand a few key things about colour and paint like undertones, lighting or texture.

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Choosing exterior colours

Learn how to choose the right exterior colours and schemes based on your landscape, garden and surface.

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How to test and visualise colour

Find out how you can test a colour scheme at home along with techniques to help you visualise different colours.

Inspiration Gallery

Need a creative spark? Check out our gallery of Dulux colour design and get inspired for your next project.

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Most loved whites

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Dulux Colour Forecast 2024

Discover the trends set to influence colour and design for this year.

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Book a colour consultant

Dulux expert colour designers take their knowledge of all the latest trends and timeless colour schemes to help bring your home to life.

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