{"id":29641,"date":"2025-10-13T14:10:48","date_gmt":"2025-10-13T13:10:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.oakfurnitureland.co.uk\/blog\/?p=29641"},"modified":"2025-10-16T10:09:32","modified_gmt":"2025-10-16T09:09:32","slug":"dulux-colours-of-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.oakfurnitureland.co.uk\/blog\/general\/dulux-colours-of-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"Dulux Colours of the Year 2026: Rhythm of Blues"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Dulux has revealed its annual colour of the year, chosen to reflect the mood of the moment in home interiors. For 2026, they have announced not just one colour but a trio of versatile blue shades called <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dulux.co.uk\/en\/dulux-colours-of-the-year-2026\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Rhythm of Blues<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>This new collection captures the different paces of modern life, from calm reflection to carefree bliss and bold fun, offering you the freedom to choose the right tempo for your home.<\/p>\n<p>If you are wondering <a href=\"https:\/\/www.oakfurnitureland.co.uk\/blog\/inspiration-station\/decorating-navy-blue\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">how to use blue at home<\/a>, this guide explores Dulux\u2019s three shades for 2026, their colour stories, and inspiration for bringing these timeless tones into your space.<\/p>\n<h2>Why Rhythm of Blues<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-29651 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.oakfurnitureland.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Oak-Furnitureland-living-room-credit-Dulux-colour-of-the-year-2026-Rhythm-of-Blues-1-800x531.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"531\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.oakfurnitureland.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Oak-Furnitureland-living-room-credit-Dulux-colour-of-the-year-2026-Rhythm-of-Blues-1-800x531.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.oakfurnitureland.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Oak-Furnitureland-living-room-credit-Dulux-colour-of-the-year-2026-Rhythm-of-Blues-1-1160x771.jpg 1160w, https:\/\/www.oakfurnitureland.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Oak-Furnitureland-living-room-credit-Dulux-colour-of-the-year-2026-Rhythm-of-Blues-1-1536x1020.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.oakfurnitureland.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Oak-Furnitureland-living-room-credit-Dulux-colour-of-the-year-2026-Rhythm-of-Blues-1-2048x1360.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.oakfurnitureland.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Oak-Furnitureland-living-room-credit-Dulux-colour-of-the-year-2026-Rhythm-of-Blues-1-120x80.jpg 120w, https:\/\/www.oakfurnitureland.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Oak-Furnitureland-living-room-credit-Dulux-colour-of-the-year-2026-Rhythm-of-Blues-1-90x60.jpg 90w, https:\/\/www.oakfurnitureland.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Oak-Furnitureland-living-room-credit-Dulux-colour-of-the-year-2026-Rhythm-of-Blues-1-320x213.jpg 320w, https:\/\/www.oakfurnitureland.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Oak-Furnitureland-living-room-credit-Dulux-colour-of-the-year-2026-Rhythm-of-Blues-1-560x372.jpg 560w, https:\/\/www.oakfurnitureland.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Oak-Furnitureland-living-room-credit-Dulux-colour-of-the-year-2026-Rhythm-of-Blues-1-1920x1275.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/www.oakfurnitureland.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Oak-Furnitureland-living-room-credit-Dulux-colour-of-the-year-2026-Rhythm-of-Blues-1-scaled.jpg 2560w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\">Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dulux.co.uk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Dulux<\/a><\/p>\n<p>This is the first time Dulux has launched a collection as its colour of the year. Marianne Shillingford, Creative Director at Dulux, explains the choice:<\/p>\n<p>\u201cBlue has been the world\u2019s favourite colour for years, but it\u2019s far from one note. It delivers a sense of fluidity, relief, stillness, and freedom, which is exactly what\u2019s needed in today\u2019s fast-paced world.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Rooted in nature, blue brings both serenity and energy. Think of the calm clarity of a spring sky, the grounding depth of the ocean, or the carefree fun of poolside days.<\/p>\n<p>Rhythm of Blues offers a shade for every mood, helping you create the right atmosphere to suit your home, whether you love calming blue interiors, vibrant accents, or slow-living spaces.<\/p>\n<h2>Meet the 2026 colours<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-29670 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.oakfurnitureland.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Oak-Furnitureland-paint-swatches-credit-Dulux-Rhythm-of-Blues-800x190.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"190\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.oakfurnitureland.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Oak-Furnitureland-paint-swatches-credit-Dulux-Rhythm-of-Blues-800x190.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.oakfurnitureland.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Oak-Furnitureland-paint-swatches-credit-Dulux-Rhythm-of-Blues-120x29.jpg 120w, https:\/\/www.oakfurnitureland.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Oak-Furnitureland-paint-swatches-credit-Dulux-Rhythm-of-Blues-90x21.jpg 90w, https:\/\/www.oakfurnitureland.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Oak-Furnitureland-paint-swatches-credit-Dulux-Rhythm-of-Blues-320x76.jpg 320w, https:\/\/www.oakfurnitureland.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Oak-Furnitureland-paint-swatches-credit-Dulux-Rhythm-of-Blues-560x133.jpg 560w, https:\/\/www.oakfurnitureland.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Oak-Furnitureland-paint-swatches-credit-Dulux-Rhythm-of-Blues-240x57.jpg 240w, https:\/\/www.oakfurnitureland.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Oak-Furnitureland-paint-swatches-credit-Dulux-Rhythm-of-Blues-180x43.jpg 180w, https:\/\/www.oakfurnitureland.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Oak-Furnitureland-paint-swatches-credit-Dulux-Rhythm-of-Blues-640x152.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.oakfurnitureland.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Oak-Furnitureland-paint-swatches-credit-Dulux-Rhythm-of-Blues.jpg 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\">Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dulux.co.uk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Dulux<\/a><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dulux.co.uk\/en\/colour-details\/mellow-flow\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Mellow Flow\u2122<\/strong><\/a>: A soft, light blue that brings clarity and calm. This airy shade is reminiscent of seaside strolls, open skies, and a sense of breathing space. It is perfect for bedrooms and living rooms where you want to unwind.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dulux.co.uk\/en\/colour-details\/slow-swing\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Slow Swing\u2122<\/strong><\/a>: A deep, velvety blue with grounding warmth. Like an inky night sky, it brings cosiness, reassurance, and depth to dining rooms or snug corners.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dulux.co.uk\/en\/colour-details\/free-groove\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Free Groove\u2122<\/strong><\/a>: A vibrant, energising blue with a playful edge. Brimming with optimism, this shade sparks creativity and joy, ideal for social spaces like kitchens, offices, or kids\u2019 play areas.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>How to use blues in your home<\/h2>\n<p>At Oak Furnitureland, we love bringing the timeless shades of blue into the home through furniture and interior colour schemes that balance elegance with practicality. Here are a few ways to introduce it into your space:<\/p>\n<p>1.Ground your room with our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.oakfurnitureland.co.uk\/range\/richmond-painted-oak\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Richmond inky-blue cabinetry<\/a>. Its bold yet soothing tone adds instant sophistication to hallways, living, and dining spaces, making it the perfect anchor for natural textures, light walls, and warm wood finishes.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-29650 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.oakfurnitureland.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Oak-Furnitureland-hallway-Richmond-sideboard-credit-housechic_8-800x997.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"997\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.oakfurnitureland.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Oak-Furnitureland-hallway-Richmond-sideboard-credit-housechic_8-800x997.jpeg 800w, https:\/\/www.oakfurnitureland.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Oak-Furnitureland-hallway-Richmond-sideboard-credit-housechic_8-1160x1446.jpeg 1160w, https:\/\/www.oakfurnitureland.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Oak-Furnitureland-hallway-Richmond-sideboard-credit-housechic_8-1232x1536.jpeg 1232w, https:\/\/www.oakfurnitureland.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Oak-Furnitureland-hallway-Richmond-sideboard-credit-housechic_8-120x150.jpeg 120w, https:\/\/www.oakfurnitureland.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Oak-Furnitureland-hallway-Richmond-sideboard-credit-housechic_8-90x112.jpeg 90w, https:\/\/www.oakfurnitureland.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Oak-Furnitureland-hallway-Richmond-sideboard-credit-housechic_8-320x399.jpeg 320w, https:\/\/www.oakfurnitureland.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Oak-Furnitureland-hallway-Richmond-sideboard-credit-housechic_8-560x698.jpeg 560w, https:\/\/www.oakfurnitureland.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Oak-Furnitureland-hallway-Richmond-sideboard-credit-housechic_8-240x299.jpeg 240w, https:\/\/www.oakfurnitureland.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Oak-Furnitureland-hallway-Richmond-sideboard-credit-housechic_8-180x224.jpeg 180w, https:\/\/www.oakfurnitureland.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Oak-Furnitureland-hallway-Richmond-sideboard-credit-housechic_8-640x798.jpeg 640w, https:\/\/www.oakfurnitureland.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Oak-Furnitureland-hallway-Richmond-sideboard-credit-housechic_8-1120x1396.jpeg 1120w, https:\/\/www.oakfurnitureland.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Oak-Furnitureland-hallway-Richmond-sideboard-credit-housechic_8.jpeg 1440w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.oakfurnitureland.co.uk\/furniture\/richmond-smoked-oak-finish-and-ink-blue-painted-hardwood-large-sideboard\/48712.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Richmond sideboard<\/a> | <a href=\"http:\/\/instagram.com\/housechic_8\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">@housechic_8<\/a><\/p>\n<p>2. Play with vibrant accents through accessories or statement furniture, such as the Montgomery velvet sofa, to instantly lift a space without overpowering a room. Combined with tactile <a href=\"https:\/\/www.oakfurnitureland.co.uk\/blog\/inspiration-station\/warm-neutral-living-room-ideas\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">warm neutral d\u00e9cor<\/a>, it creates a snug retreat that\u2019s perfect for cosy evenings in.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-29303 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.oakfurnitureland.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Oak-Furnitureland-living-room-Montgomery-sofa-credit-rachelducker-800x997.jpeg\" alt=\"Two sofas-living room furniture-blue velvet sofas-chesterfield sofas-archway-neutral living room-draped curtains-statement ceiling lamp-metal side table-jute rug\" width=\"800\" height=\"997\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.oakfurnitureland.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Oak-Furnitureland-living-room-Montgomery-sofa-credit-rachelducker-800x997.jpeg 800w, https:\/\/www.oakfurnitureland.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Oak-Furnitureland-living-room-Montgomery-sofa-credit-rachelducker-1160x1446.jpeg 1160w, https:\/\/www.oakfurnitureland.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Oak-Furnitureland-living-room-Montgomery-sofa-credit-rachelducker-1232x1536.jpeg 1232w, https:\/\/www.oakfurnitureland.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Oak-Furnitureland-living-room-Montgomery-sofa-credit-rachelducker-120x150.jpeg 120w, https:\/\/www.oakfurnitureland.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Oak-Furnitureland-living-room-Montgomery-sofa-credit-rachelducker-90x112.jpeg 90w, https:\/\/www.oakfurnitureland.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Oak-Furnitureland-living-room-Montgomery-sofa-credit-rachelducker-320x399.jpeg 320w, https:\/\/www.oakfurnitureland.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Oak-Furnitureland-living-room-Montgomery-sofa-credit-rachelducker-560x698.jpeg 560w, https:\/\/www.oakfurnitureland.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Oak-Furnitureland-living-room-Montgomery-sofa-credit-rachelducker-240x299.jpeg 240w, https:\/\/www.oakfurnitureland.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Oak-Furnitureland-living-room-Montgomery-sofa-credit-rachelducker-180x224.jpeg 180w, https:\/\/www.oakfurnitureland.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Oak-Furnitureland-living-room-Montgomery-sofa-credit-rachelducker-640x798.jpeg 640w, https:\/\/www.oakfurnitureland.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Oak-Furnitureland-living-room-Montgomery-sofa-credit-rachelducker-1120x1396.jpeg 1120w, https:\/\/www.oakfurnitureland.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Oak-Furnitureland-living-room-Montgomery-sofa-credit-rachelducker.jpeg 1440w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.oakfurnitureland.co.uk\/range\/montgomery-fabric-sofas\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Montgomery sofa<\/a> | <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/rachelducker\/#\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">@rachelducker<\/a><\/p>\n<p>3. For a serene setting, drench your walls in a denim blue shade to create a soothing backdrop. Pair with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.oakfurnitureland.co.uk\/range\/oak-furniture\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">natural oak furniture<\/a>, such as the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.oakfurnitureland.co.uk\/range\/newton-solid-oak\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Newton range<\/a>, to bring a restful balance to your bedroom.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-29649 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.oakfurnitureland.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Oak-Furnitureland-bedroom-Grace-mirror-Noah-chest-of-drawers-1-800x1200.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"1200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.oakfurnitureland.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Oak-Furnitureland-bedroom-Grace-mirror-Noah-chest-of-drawers-1-800x1200.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.oakfurnitureland.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Oak-Furnitureland-bedroom-Grace-mirror-Noah-chest-of-drawers-1-1160x1740.jpg 1160w, https:\/\/www.oakfurnitureland.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Oak-Furnitureland-bedroom-Grace-mirror-Noah-chest-of-drawers-1-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.oakfurnitureland.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Oak-Furnitureland-bedroom-Grace-mirror-Noah-chest-of-drawers-1-1366x2048.jpg 1366w, https:\/\/www.oakfurnitureland.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Oak-Furnitureland-bedroom-Grace-mirror-Noah-chest-of-drawers-1-120x180.jpg 120w, https:\/\/www.oakfurnitureland.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Oak-Furnitureland-bedroom-Grace-mirror-Noah-chest-of-drawers-1-90x135.jpg 90w, https:\/\/www.oakfurnitureland.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Oak-Furnitureland-bedroom-Grace-mirror-Noah-chest-of-drawers-1-320x480.jpg 320w, https:\/\/www.oakfurnitureland.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Oak-Furnitureland-bedroom-Grace-mirror-Noah-chest-of-drawers-1-560x840.jpg 560w, https:\/\/www.oakfurnitureland.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Oak-Furnitureland-bedroom-Grace-mirror-Noah-chest-of-drawers-1-1920x2879.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/www.oakfurnitureland.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Oak-Furnitureland-bedroom-Grace-mirror-Noah-chest-of-drawers-1-2048x3072.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.oakfurnitureland.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Oak-Furnitureland-bedroom-Grace-mirror-Noah-chest-of-drawers-1-2731x4096.jpg 2731w, https:\/\/www.oakfurnitureland.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Oak-Furnitureland-bedroom-Grace-mirror-Noah-chest-of-drawers-1-240x360.jpg 240w, https:\/\/www.oakfurnitureland.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Oak-Furnitureland-bedroom-Grace-mirror-Noah-chest-of-drawers-1-180x270.jpg 180w, https:\/\/www.oakfurnitureland.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Oak-Furnitureland-bedroom-Grace-mirror-Noah-chest-of-drawers-1-640x960.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.oakfurnitureland.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Oak-Furnitureland-bedroom-Grace-mirror-Noah-chest-of-drawers-1-scaled.jpg 1707w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.oakfurnitureland.co.uk\/furniture\/noah-solid-mango-3-drawer-chest\/10001245.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Noah chest of drawers<\/a> | <a href=\"https:\/\/www.oakfurnitureland.co.uk\/furniture\/grace-wall-mirror-antiqued-silver\/31644.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Grace mirror<\/a><\/p>\n<h2>Colour stories for 2026<\/h2>\n<p>To inspire your next decoration project, Dulux has created three colour stories that showcase how the Rhythm of Blues palette can be styled alongside other shades.<\/p>\n<h3>The Free story<\/h3>\n<p>Designed for those seeking creativity and optimism, this palette pairs Free Groove\u2122 with playful brights and warm accents. Perfect for eclectic homes where colour takes centre stage.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-29647 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.oakfurnitureland.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Oak-Furnitureland-Free-colour-palette-credit-Dulux-800x1200.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"1200\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\">Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dulux.co.uk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Dulux<\/a><\/p>\n<h3>The Slow story<\/h3>\n<p>Grounded and reassuring, this subtle palette combines Slow Swing\u2122 with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.oakfurnitureland.co.uk\/blog\/inspiration-station\/decorating-with-earthy-colours\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">earthy colours<\/a> and natural textures. It\u2019s ideal for creating welcoming, cocooning spaces that feel a little more traditional.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-29648 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.oakfurnitureland.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Oak-Furnitureland-Slow-colour-palette-credit-Dulux-800x1200.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"1200\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\">Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dulux.co.uk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Dulux<\/a><\/p>\n<h3>The Flow story<\/h3>\n<p>The Flow palette layers Mellow Flow\u2122 with whites and soft tones for an open, airy look. This scheme works beautifully in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.oakfurnitureland.co.uk\/blog\/inspiration-station\/bedroom\/sleep-like-a-dream-world-sleep-day\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">relaxing bedrooms<\/a> and living rooms designed for rest and recharging.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-29646 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.oakfurnitureland.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Oak-Furnitureland-Flow-colour-palette-credit-Dulux-800x1200.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"1200\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\">Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dulux.co.uk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Dulux<\/a><\/p>\n<p>For more inspiration on styling the world&#8217;s favourite colour in your home, read our blog about <a href=\"https:\/\/www.oakfurnitureland.co.uk\/blog\/inspiration-station\/decorating-navy-blue\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">decorating with blue<\/a>. Looking for additional colour of the year ideas? Discover our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.oakfurnitureland.co.uk\/blog\/general\/dulux-colour-of-2025\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">guide to the Dulux 2025 colour, True Joy\u2122<\/a>, or visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dulux.co.uk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Dulux online<\/a> to see even more colour ideas.<\/p>\n<pre>Lead image source: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dulux.co.uk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Dulux<\/a><\/pre>\n<!-- AddThis Advanced Settings generic via filter on the_content --><!-- AddThis Share Buttons generic via filter on the_content -->","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Dulux has revealed its annual colour of the year, chosen to reflect the mood of the moment in home interiors. 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