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This pink and green open-plan kitchen and living room proves that complementary colors are the perfect way to achieve a harmonious space

Take inspiration from this stylish space decorated with soft pinks and dark shades of green

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What is Light Reflective Value and why is it important when choosing paint colors? Experts share all you need to know

LRV affects how your chosen paint color interacts with light

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The 5 worst colors to use in a bedroom, according to a color psychologist – these shades can prevent relaxation and ruin sleep

Avoid these intense shades if you want to create a soothing sleep space

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Bored of decorating with the same color combinations? Color psychologist Tash Bradley has shared her two favorite 'underrated' paint pairings for a playful take on color

Create an exciting interior scheme with these expert-suggested paint color combinations

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4 surprising areas in your home that experts say you really shouldn't paint white – and what to do with them instead

And which colours to choose for them instead

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How to decorate with black and brown – experts weigh in on this moody and sophisticated color combination

Designers explain how to pull off this bold color pairing for a timeless scheme

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The 6 best bedroom colors for a guaranteed good night's sleep, according to a color psychologist and interior paint experts

Create a soothing sleep space with these expert-suggested colors – from restful greens to gentle pinks

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The 'red thread' is the design trick I used to plan all the colour schemes in my new home – it puts an end to paint indecision

How to use 'red thread' theory to choose the perfect colors for your home

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6 nostalgic colors interior designers are loving in 2025 – perfect for creating a stand-out transitional scheme

Interior designers and color experts share their current favorite nostalgic colors, for a characterful and comforting space

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Forget classic blue and white, this complementary color combination brings drama while feeling perfectly balanced

Create a harmonious and exciting color scheme with blue and orange

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Stripe drenching is the hot new twist on the colour drenching trend – interior experts share how to make it work in your home

This is how to layer stripes in a room like a pro

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Color rules for neutral schemes – 5 simple ways to make a neutral room more exciting, as explained by experts

Your neutral color scheme won't lack interest with these expert-suggested rules

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These 3 kitchen colours are officially out of style in 2025 - here are the shades replacing them

Make sure you're in the know with these three shades to switch out

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A Trend Forecaster Just Told Me 2025's Most Sophisticated Color Scheme Is Inspired by This Type of Food

Brussels sprout lovers rejoice! From throw pillows to color-drenched rooms, this nature-inspired palette is serving up a hearty helping of style

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Color drenching has never been simpler with this color expert's one-paint-finish approach for the whole room

Not sure which paint finishes to use in your color-drenched scheme? Lick's color expert has the answers

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Bored of using white paint in small spaces? This color psychologist says that black is the unexpected 'calming' color to use instead

Here's why going bold with your color choices in small spaces is the best way to go in 2025

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My rented apartment follows the key rules of color psychology – here's why I'd never go back to an all-white home

I've witnessed firsthand how the right colors not only add visual appeal but alter the mood of each room

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Burgundy kitchens are set to be a big trend for 2025 - take inspiration from these 6 ways to use the rich shade

Get ahead of the trends by trying this sumptuous shade

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Purple Bathroom Ideas Were Not a Trend We Expected, but These Spaces Make Us Question Everything

In a surprising twist, purple seems to be back on everyone's radar right now and we're seeing it popping up in bathrooms in particular — here's how to do it

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5 easy to use bold colors that are surprisingly liveable – statement yet grounding paint shades recommended by color consultants

These five color ideas prove that even the bravest of shades can be soothing

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8 simple yet transformative decorating projects to do in time for the holidays – for a guest-ready home

From painting the front door to elevating your guest bedroom, these easy decor ideas will have your home ready for the festivities

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Nostalgia-core is the comforting decor trend that harks back to simpler times – here's how to get the sentimental style

Create comforting interiors which conjure happy memories with these nostalgic decorating ideas

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'It's the color that makes you happy' – here's how a color psychologist thinks you should choose the 'red thread' of your home

This clever design theory is a simple yet impactful way to make your room colors more cohesive

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The colour palette for 2025 – these are the shades paint experts say we’ll see everywhere next year

These are the colours and combinations set to define our homes in the new year

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The right colors to decorate with depending on the mood you want to create – as explained by paint experts and a color psychologist

Color plays an important role in shaping how a room feels, from relaxed to lively

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