Painting outside the box with Dulux Blues for 2026

Creating statement wall designs with colour blocking is an easy way to add drama to a room. Like giant tiles, these panels of contrasting green add interest to the kitchen wall while defining the splashback area. To complete the look, painting the cabinet units in our Free Groove™ – a brilliant blue – adds a striking yet balanced contrast. Dulux offers easy-to-clean interior paints that are specially formulated for kitchen walls. Discover our Wash & Wear™ paints here.

Echoing colour from one room to the next is a neat way to bring two spaces together. Here, energizing ochre is used to create a dramatic panel around the doorway and is also applied to the back wall of the adjoining room. This architectural colour framing tricks the eye into seeing a single colour block, visually connecting the living room in the foreground with the workspace beyond.

Framing a window with colour draws the eye outside, instantly making a room feel bigger. This kitchen window is outlined by a playful painted panel of soft ochre, extending up to the ceiling for added impact. Set against a neutral backdrop, blocks of our airy Mellow Flow™ on the cabinets, along with touches of yellow on the window frame, bring the space to life.

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Extending colour beyond the edges or corners of a room can give it a modern, individual feel. Here, our vibrant Free Groove™ injects energy into the bedroom without overpowering it. This wraparound effect behind the headboard defines a joyful sleeping space, while the bold yellow frames and stretches beyond the doorway, creating a dramatic entrance to the ensuite. This combination of neutral and blue tones creates a fun yet stylish atmosphere.

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