Eight paint colours that can easily transform your home

6. Peach, soft brown, cream

“Paint color is the background to be layered, not the protagonist,” says interior designer Christian Bense. “Mixing tones can make a home’s style more organic.” For this Somerset cottage, Bence chose a warm neutral brown, Etruscan Brown by Edward Bloomer, layered with peach cream for the ceiling and rich textures such as cream curtains, lampshades, a rusted sofa and an Afghan rug.

Mr Saunders told the BBC that warm colors were popular. “These comfortable colors are changing,” she says. “What once meant beiges and blushes has expanded to include enveloping taupes and complex neutrals that bring emotional warmth without overwhelming a space.”

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7. Mineral blue

For more than a quarter of a century, hues rooted in nature have been at the forefront of color schemes. Just as teal is popular right now, pale mineral blue is also resonating with designers and homeowners. “These tones feel deeply connected to nature; they bring a sense of peace,” explains Rudbeck. This project by Rydbeck depicts pale mineral blue walls and decorative green accents that reflect the natural world.

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8. Sage and Jade Green

Sage and jade greens remain popular for everything from spring renewal to the muted tones of Georgian interiors, drawing on their centuries-old symbolism and history. Designer Birdie Fortescue is sensing this shift in her upcoming paint collaboration with Fenwick & Tilbrook, which takes inspiration from the tranquil landscape of her native Norfolk. They are “calming tones,” she says. “Use these colors to highlight architectural details that are often overlooked when left white.”

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So whether you want a full Cloud Dancer, a taste of nacho cheese, or a rich claret, one thing is clear: color is never just icing on the cake. It’s a mood, a memory, and a bit of lightness.

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