Colour drenching has become increasingly popular in in recent years – and it isn’t going anywhere.
Whether you’re a fan of neutrals or , colour drenching is something that will fit into any home. Whereas more traditional styles may see woodwork and ceilings being painted in white, colour drenching is all about painting a space, including the walls, ceilings and radiators, in .
Besides looking great, colour drenching has a whole range of other benefits. Using a single colour can help a room feel more cohesive, and the lack of contrasting shades makes the area appear visually softer and more spacious as a result.
But before you grab a paintbrush and start prepping your walls, paint and interiors expert Lucy Steele, from Valspar Paint (valsparpaint.co.uk), has shared her tips when it comes to mastering the trend…
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Figure out how much paint you need
When purchasing paint, it’s important to know just how much you need. Online tools are a great way of figuring out how much paint you’re likely to use, and it’ll save you the annoyance of running out partway through or painting some walls in more coats than others which could result in a less than perfect finish.
Select the right finish of paintJust how there’s multiple shades of paint to choose from, you can also choose from an assortment of finishes. The look you’re going for as well as the purpose of the space can help inform whether you’d like to opt for a matt, eggshell, smooth, gloss or silk finish. For instance, you might want to have matt paint on your walls but use eggshell on woodwork for its durability.
Consider the lightingPainting might change how a room feels, but so can lighting. To help open up a room, opt for warm white lightbulbs and consider layering sources of light, whether that’s lamps or candles, as opposed to relying on overhead lighting all of the time.
Remember the ceilingsIf you’re used to white ceilings, the prospect of it painting a different colour can seem daunting. While you might think that it will make a space appear smaller, it can have the opposite effect and can help to open up a room – particularly if you use a light or mid-shade paint.
However, if you’re using darker shades like deep blues and forest greens, colour drenching can help have a cocooning effect, which is great if you’re looking to create a cosy feel.
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