Set the Colour Rhythm with Dulux Heritage

Since its launch in 2021, the Dulux Heritage range has been providing decorators with the perfect mix of style and substance. With two luxury finishes - Eggshell and Velvet Matt - and a collection of 113 colours, decorators can achieve timeless results that will last the test of time.

When helping customers choose their perfect Dulux Heritage shade, there are some things to consider.

Setting the mood

Colour and emotion are intrinsically linked, and decorators have an important role to play in guiding their customers towards the shades that will suit the mood and use of the space. For example, customers may want their living area to feel relaxing and calm so they can ease into their evenings – but their kitchen to bring a sense of energy to reflect life’s hustle and bustle.

To help decorators guide customers in the right direction, Dulux conducts extensive trend analysis and colour research to perfectly capture the moment. The ColourFutures trend forecast brings together in-house experts, international architects, designers and journalists to share insights into how people’s reactions to the world impact color choices. For 2026, they have identified that today’s frenetic world calls for an upbeat and versatile colour family that is calming, connecting and creative.

Blue is the perfect shade, bringing calm, balance and energy. Whether customers want a space to slow down and recharge their batteries, get together with friends and family, or be bold, have fun and feel carefree there is a shade of blue that can help.

A rhythm of blues

The Dulux Heritage range includes a wide range of blues to suit any space:

• Pale tones like Clear Skies, Copenhagen Blue, Light French Grey, Country Sky, Blue Ribbon or Lavender Grey can make a room feel light and airy.
• Mid tones including Light Teal, Light Cobalt, Sky Blue, Boathouse Blue and DH Indigo can be used to create a cosy and comfortable space.
• For impact and to envelop a room in colour, consider deep tones like Deep Ultramarine or DH Oxford Blue.

Location, location, location

The aspect of the room and time of day will both impact how a colour looks. For example, the same colour will look different in north and south facing rooms – and with natural and artificial lighting.

To help narrow down the search and reduce the number of testers needed, Dulux Heritage has launched a digital tool that allows users to select the room’s location and see how a colour will look at different times of day and under different lighting conditions. This avoids a lengthy decision-making process, unexpected surprises, or the need for re-painting.

Choosing complementary shades

Once a customer has chosen their primary shade, decorators can work with them to identify its complementary tones for areas like the ceiling and trim. To help, the Dulux Heritage website allows decorators to explore colours by tone and colour groups – and offers recommended coordinating shades. The Dulux Heritage colour card also organises the shades into complementary columns and rows for easy pairing.

In summary, the Dulux Heritage range offers decorators a reliable choice for any project. The durability of the Eggshell and Velvet Matt finishes, paired with the broad colour range, means decorators can find an option to suit their customer’s needs.