Embracing deep, dark hues

Transform any space into an intimate and restful sanctuary with Paint & Paper Library’s palette of deep, dark paint colours. These luxurious hues can be embraced all over to bring a sumptuous, cocooning quality to your home.

Explore schemes that use this palette to inspire your seasonal refresh projects, and order sample pots of your chosen shades…

Restful deep greens

Even in their darkest hues, greens have an innate connection with nature. Their ability to imbue any space with a redolence of the outdoors makes them a timeless choice for interior design, creating an environment of restfulness and relaxation.

Muted greens such as Fynbos, Hornblende and The Botanist evoke tranquil, earthy forest settings. Embrace these shades all over in your living room to provide a calm, cocooned feel, and complement with natural wood flooring and furnishings for a cohesive finish.

Discover our introduction to understanding green.

Rich, sumptuous browns

Dark and alluring, deep brown hues are a versatile colour choice. The warm, comforting nature of brown combines with an element of sophistication, providing an ideal paint colour for the contemporary home.

Consider using a dark brown shade to decorate functional, high-traffic spaces, such as hallways and kitchens. The sumptuous aubergine hues of Copper Beech will bring unexpected opulence to a utility room or pantry. Use an exquisite green-brown like Bronze as an alternative to light neutral walls in your hallway. This unique shade subtly evokes nature to create a welcoming atmosphere.

Alluring reds and purples

Shades of deep red and purple have an enduring association with luxury. From rich, wine-coloured hues to regal dark plums, you can embrace these shades in your bedroom, living space or dining scheme to provide a captivating backdrop that exudes warmth.

A beautiful, striking shade for cabinetry and woodwork, Scarlet ‘n’ Rust is a complex red that might appear more crimson or reddish brown as the light moves throughout the day. Consider the purple-red, Soumak, for your living room walls to complement statement artwork and accessories.

Visit the inspiration gallery to explore more schemes, or plan your project with a complimentary colour card.