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These are the best neutral paints to choose depending on your room orientation – according to color experts

Navigating the world of neutral paints can be complex, but these expert picks work to complement a room's natural light

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Is white a good color for a kitchen? Experts share the best ways to introduce this classic neutral to your scheme

A timeless hue or a color to avoid? Experts weigh in with their thoughts on white kitchens

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What are the best color combinations for fall? 7 cozy-season-ready suggestions from designers

From layered neutrals to bolder pairings, these color combinations are designers' favorites for fall

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9 blue kitchen cabinet ideas that will elevate your space

From barely there blue to a rich mid shade, our blue kitchen cabinet ideas will give you plenty of choice

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10 black kitchen cabinet ideas – standout looks for a dramatic scheme

Go dark and dramatic with our black kitchen cabinet ideas that show you how to use this brave color successfully for a dramatic scheme

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7 of the most versatile and easy to use paint colors according to designers

There are certain go-to shades that experts love as they enhance a space perfectly, we explore these versatile and easy to use colors

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Are gray kitchens out of date? We get the low-down from design experts

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Which Farrow & Ball bathroom colours should you choose? These 10 shades are expert-approved

Just what are the best Farrow & Ball bathroom colours for your bathing space? We asked the designers for their advice

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Vanessa Hudgens' house color is a modern twist on a traditional neutral – plus, it can boost your mood

The actress's exterior paint color is a coastal dream – the beautiful shade is a new neutral that comes highly recommended by experts

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5 neutral palettes that always work – color experts share their favorite combinations

Color experts share their favorite neutral palettes and shades alongside handy decorating advice

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Farrow & Ball's Hague Blue is an endlessly popular dark paint color – here's how designers decorate with it

Timeless, versatile, and moody, this paint color is a favorite for so many rooms – from kitchens to bedrooms

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'The World of Color is Rife With Danger' — 5 Color Combinations That Don't Go Together and What to Use Instead

There is a reason neutral color schemes are considered a 'safe' option. Here, designers and color experts shed some light on how not to use color in your home

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Designers say these are 5 of the most difficult paint colors to decorate with – here's how to make them work

Here's how to embrace typically daunting paint colors in a stylish way

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How colour experts decorate with neutrals – 10 gorgeous ways to use this muted colour palette

If you think neutrals are boring, you’re doing them wrong…

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11 Family Room Paint Ideas Designers Always Turn to — From Joyful Brights to Soothing Shades

Hot pinks, warm whites, cozy caramels and sky blue hues - the colors to choose for a stylish, designer-approved family room

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These Gorgeous Wood Fence Colors Will Transform the Backyard into the Most Cheerful Space

These wood fence color ideas provide refreshing ways to create a canvas for vertical planting and privacy

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10 kitchen cabinet colors to make a small space look bigger

See the kitchen cabinet colors to make a small space look bigger for an impactful makeover. Find expert tips and clever design choices

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The best color combinations for small rooms – 12 ways to bring character to compact spaces

Create small spaces that have big personality with the help of these expert tips on small room color combinations

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Designers say these 10 outdoor decorating trends are going to be everywhere in 2025 – here's how to create a stylish, on-trend backyard

From retro umbrellas to print galore, these are the key trends shaping alfresco living this year

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I used this unexpected Farrow & Ball paint in my living room – but this simple tweak transformed the space

I love the depth of color in Cola by Farrow and Ball. It's perfect for a cocooning living room, but it got so much better when I learned about the Dead Flat finish

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5 colors to never pair with gray according to designers – to ensure you make the most of this cool-toned neutral

What colors should you never pair with gray? According to interior designers and color experts, these five colors should be avoided next to this cool-toned neutral

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5 best colors to paint a ceiling according to designers – from colorful hues to classic white

What are the best colors to paint a ceiling? We asked interior designers and color experts, and have rounded up their top five ideas here

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5 colors to never pair with green according to designers – and what to use instead

Color experts and interior designers share five shades to avoid pairing with green to ensure your green color scheme retains a calming feel

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5 unexpected shades color experts say you should be using in dark rooms – no matter how limited light is

What are the best colors for dark rooms? These are color experts' five top shades for rooms with limited natural light – from light and airy to dark and moody

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9 green kitchen cabinet ideas for a fresh look

Rejuvenate the hub of your home with our green kitchen cabinet ideas. From aloe to mint, sage to forest, there's a shade of green for you

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