With its gentle breezes, clear blue skies, lush greenery and warming golden sunshine, the summer season offers the ideal inspiration for your home. Think of the world outside as your muse this month and embrace summer’s natural splendour within the home.
A fresh coat of paint can transform any space with ease, re-energising your home with seasonal radiance. Below, we’ll cover some of our favourite colours for your July paint project.
1. Breezy coastal blues: Capture the essence of the ocean with a coastal blue paint colour. This shade is reminiscent of a day at the seaside, and is guaranteed to create a tranquil atmosphere in any room it’s applied. We recommend this colour in bedrooms for a relaxing oasis you’ll find hard to leave. Pair with crisp white accents and natural wood finishes for look that will make you feel as relaxed as a picnic at the beach! Explore the drift palette from our Elle Decoration range, which features six sumptuous shades of coastal blue. From soft pastel blue to dimensional navy and eye-catching cerulean, this palette is designed to evoke deep feelings of calm and contentment.
2. Fresh and minty greens: Calling to mind long days spent in the garden and the fresh flavours punctuating our summertime meals, mint green brings the beauty of nature indoors. We love this colour for rejuvenating a space, especially for kitchens and bathrooms. This gorgeous green pairs well with white and light grey, which bring sophistication to the palette while maintaining the light and airy feel. The shade Revival from our Elle Decoration collection is an uplifting light blue-green mint with a premium, durable interior emulsion formula offering the perfect flat matt finish with endless protection for walls and woodwork.
3. Classic white: Sometimes, you just can’t beat a classic.Nothing really says summer quite like a crisp, clean white. Think linen shirts, whispy afternoon clouds, and freshly-washed sheets blowing in the breeze. This timeless shade opens up any room, reflecting the brightness of summer. White is incredibly versatile, with endless possibilities for colour palettes and styles. It’s particularly effective in creating a minimalist, modern look. Our shade Fresh Coconut from our Walls & Ceilings range brings to mind the meaty flesh of a ripe coconut—a punch of bright white with the slightest bit of soft grey for a perfectly balanced hue you can almost taste. Our Matt Emulsion formula gives your walls a modern look with no surface shine. Thick and creamy, it goes on easily and covers beautifully.
4. Sunshine yellow: It’s hard not to smile when you’re surrounded by the cheerful warmth of a sunny yellow. This vibrant shade brightens any space and instantly lifts the mood. It works wonderfully in kitchens, living rooms, and bedrooms. Think of this colour as a shot of energy—like a ray of sunshine—to your interiors. Try our shade Sunrise in our easyclean® Matt Emulsion formula for a washable, wipeable, durable and scrubbable multi surface finish that’ll keep your walls looking better for longer.
5. Bold turquoise: Bold turquoise brings to mind a tropical beach vacation, capturing the essence of ocean waves and bright, sunny days. It’s an energetic colour that also holds an exotic allure, making you feel like you’re always just a step away from paradise. We love this shade for accent walls or smaller spaces like bathrooms or home offices for a dash of fun and playfulness. Pair with neutrals to soften the look, or with other bright colours to add excitement. Try the shade Enchanted Ivy from our Elle Decoration collection.
Whatever your style may be, there’s a summertime shade to suit your taste. While the above colours may get you started in the right direction, we always recommend experimenting to find your ideal palette before you commit. Luckily, our Colour Samples make it easy to try out different shades and finishes at home with no mess. You can also visit your nearest retailer for expert advice and everything you need to begin your colour journey.
