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How to use colour

The right colour can completely transform a space. Discover how colour works and interacts with textures and hues with our How to use Colour Guide.


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Take on a Project

This collection of Dulux painting guides will help you get the right tips and techniques for your next project.

Create a new project with My Projects, then use the heart icons throughout the site to save your favourite colours, products, inspiration and tips to help you bring your vision to life.

How to choose colour

Let us help you find the right colour for your home with our range of colour tools.

Project guides

We have the perfect painting guides to help you get your project done right.

Tips & Techniques

Painting advice

Use the collection of Dulux painting guides to help you with your next painting project.

Paint problem solver

Even the most professional painters can run into problems, but there are solutions for almost all of them.

Preparation & painting guides

Interior painting guides

Use our range of interior painting guides to give you the tips and techniques you need for that quality finish.

Exterior painting guides

From preparation to application these exterior painting guides will help you complete your next project.
Dulux Authentic Colour

Dulux Authentic Colour ®

Don't risk tinting your favourite colours with other paint brands. Only Dulux pigments mixed into Dulux Wash&Wear ® and Dulux Weathershield ® are designed to create our iconic colours shown here every time.

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What to consider before you start

Painting and product advice

Following these tips from Dulux will help you achieve the quality paint job you are after.

How to use a paint brush

Brush up your painting skills with these simple tips and tricks from Dulux.

How to use a paint roller

To use a roller you'll need a tray, frame, roller cover and possibly an extension pole. Make sure you have the right roller for the job.

How to guides

Painting guides that will help you with tips and techniques for your next project.

Paint Calculator

Avoid surprises and get an idea of how much paint you'll need.

Find a painter

We can quickly help you find the painter to suit your needs.

Dulux Colour Designers

Book online to have a qualified interior designer visit your home.