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Child’s bedroom in Heart Wood
4 ways to transform a child’s bedroom with Dulux Colour of the Year 2018
Kids asking for a bedroom makeover? Find a style to suit them with Dulux Colour of the Year 2018
Looking for colour inspiration for your child’s bedroom makeover? Try Heart Wood, it’s Dulux Colour of the Year 2018. The colour experts at our Global Aesthetic Centre have identified this as the colour of the moment, and to make it easy to use, they’ve also identified the complementary shades to pair it with. So whether you want your child’s walls to be vibrant or soothing, Heart Wood’s versatility means you can find a colour combination to suit them.
1. The cosy and warm children’s room
For a new design idea, try combining a wide stripe of bold mustard with soft earthy pastels. In this bedroom, Heart Wood creates a lasting backdrop that you can adapt the room around as your child grows.
Which paints?
COY B5.05.52 / 10YR 28/072
B7.10.59 / 10YR 37/143
E5.37.44 00YY 21/321
2. The fantasy children’s room
Child’s bedroom with Heart Wood dots
Create a fun, playful room with pinks and purples. This paint palette works best by using a light base colour and then experimenting with shapes in darker, complementary colours. These easy-to-create ovals add the playful touch. Complete the look with textured fabrics.
Fun to try: See how easy it is to paint an oval: [LINK: xxxx]
Which paints?
COY B5.05.52 / 10YR 28/072
C2.06.68 / 30YR 49/097
YN.02.45 30RR 22/031
3. The bright children’s room
Yellow and Heart Wood child’s bedroom
Vibrant yellow brings out the liveliness of the soft pink of Heart Wood – Dulux Colour of the Year 2018. Using Heart Wood at the bottom of the wall adds a soothing mood near the bed – ideal for sleep – while keeping the mood of the room fun and light. To complete the look, try light wood accessories, pastel bedding and don’t shy away from adding a touch of green.
Which paints?
COY B5.05.52 / 10YR 28/072
F6.35.68 / 40YY 49/408
F1.34.58 / 20YY 36/370
4. The wildlife children’s room
Child’s bedroom in natural tones and Heart Wood
For a calming colour scheme, add wide stripes of nature-inspired blues and greens and earthy neutrals. Plants and natural wooden furnishings are easy ways to complete the soothing feeling. Great tip: use the most neutral colour behind the desk area so that you can change accessories whenever you want to.
Which paints?
COY B5.05.52 / 10YR 28/072
N1.06.61 / 50GG 40/064
Q5.04.72 / 30BG 56/045
CN.00.70 / 50YR 53/011
Inspired? Discover how these new colour palettes could transform your kids’ room with our Decorating Tips and Advice .
