Blue Blazes (1112017) - Dulux Paints Colour Shade Card

Your Guide to Blue Blazes (1112017)

A bold blue from Dulux, Blue Blazes (1112017) is a deep tone that's best saved for a feature wall rather than the whole room. With its cool undertone, it looks most natural alongside cool whites and greys.

Rooms That Suit Blue Blazes

• Feature and accent walls: one wall in a bold shade gives a room a strong focal point.
• Bathrooms and en-suites: blue brings a clean, fresh, spa-like feel to tiled rooms.
• Powder rooms and cloakrooms: compact, occasional-use rooms are the safest place to go dark.
• Reading rooms and studies: a darker wrap makes these rooms feel snug and easy to focus in.

Building a Palette With Blue Blazes

Planning colours across the home? Treat Blue Blazes as a feature against paler walls and add:

• Crisp white - on trims and ceilings, so the blue stays fresh.
• Mustard or tan accents - for a pop of warm contrast.
• Natural oak or walnut - to warm up the cool tone.

A shared accent between two rooms is an easy way to make the whole home feel considered.

Light and the Right Finish

In different light: Blue Blazes shows its depth in good light but can flatten in a dim room, so keep it where light is strong.

Best finish: A flat matt finish shows it at its richest and suits feature walls; use a washable soft-sheen in kitchens and bathrooms.

Worth Knowing

Check a tester patch morning and evening, as blue shifts with the light in a room. A tinted primer and a second coat keep the depth even, with no patchiness.