2025 Colour Trends
What's hot in UK Interiors for 2025?
As we move through 2025, the UK decorating scene is embracing a warmer, more grounded palette. This year’s colour trends are all about comfort, personality, and reconnecting with nature—perfect for those looking to refresh their space with timeless yet on-trend tones.
Whether you're planning a full redecoration or just thinking about adding some colour to your home, here are the shades making waves this year.
Uplifting Yellows & Butter Tones
Soft, buttery yellows are having a big moment. Shades like Dulux’s 'True Joy' bring a sense of optimism and light to any room—ideal for kitchens or hallways that need a cheerful lift. These tones also pair beautifully with sage green, dusky pink, and natural timber finishes. 'Sunlight' by Little Greene is a sunny option with vintage character.
Dusky Mauves & Muted Purples
For something with depth and elegance, dusky purples and mauves are rising in popularity. These gentle tones offer a more interesting alternative to greys, bringing warmth and character without overpowering the space. Benjamin Moore’s 'Cinnamon Slate' blends plum and brown for a sophisticated finish. Farrow and Balls 'Brassica' is another great choice with underlying hints of black.
Timeless Greens
From deep olive to forest green, nature-inspired tones remain a firm favourite. They work wonderfully in studies, kitchens, or even on joinery. We’re seeing a big rise in “colour drenching” too—painting walls, woodwork, and ceilings in one unified green for a bold yet calming effect. A wonderful example is Benjamin Moores 'Dakota Shadow', that reflects the forest at dusk. It has that grounded, sophisticated tone that pairs well with terracotta, brass, and warm neutrals. Farrow and Balls 'Bancha' is another great choice.
Terracotta & Warm Reds
Warm, earthy reds like terracotta and clay pink are being used to introduce richness and warmth into interiors. These tones are especially beautiful when paired with natural stone, wood, or brass accents. Ideal for feature walls or dining rooms where you want to create a sense of drama and elegance. Benjamin Moores 'Audubon Russet' is also a lovely option.
Dusky, Moody Blues
Soft, grey-blues are the perfect antidote to overly cool interiors. These shades offer a calming presence and look particularly stunning in north-facing rooms, helping to soften harsher natural light. They also pair well with warm neutrals and muted metallics for a balanced, restful palette. Farrow and Ball's 'Stiffly Blue' or Benjamin Moore's 'Gentleman's Grey' are great examples of this, that are very moody and rich and pair beautifully with brass, warm woods, and soft white trims.
Earthy Browns & Chocolate Neutral
Warm browns are back in a big way. Think deep cocoa, caramel, and soft clay shades. These colours create a cosy, cocooned feel that works particularly well in living rooms and bedrooms. Benjamin Moore's 'Branchport Brown' is a great example - It’s a rich, warm, grounded brown with subtle red undertones. It pairs beautifully with creamy whites, muted greens, and natural materials like oak or linen.
The 2025 palette is all about creating spaces that feel lived-in, layered, and full of personality. Whether you’re drawn to earthy warmth or soft elegance, this year’s colour trends offer something for every style of home.
Looking to bring these colours to life in your space? With over 25 years of experience in high-quality paint finishes, we’d be delighted to help. From walls and woodwork to bespoke furniture painting, our team offers expert decorating services that make every detail count.
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