Cherry (1114511) - Dulux Paints Colour Shade Card

Cherry (1114511): Where and How to Use It

A bold red from Dulux, Cherry (1114511) is a deep tone that's best saved for a feature wall rather than the whole room. With its warm undertone, it looks most natural alongside warm whites and natural timber.

Rooms That Suit Cherry

• Feature and accent walls: one wall in a bold shade gives a room a strong focal point.
• The wall behind a bed: a deep shade on the headboard wall gives a calm, hotel-like feel.
• 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.

What Goes With Cherry

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

• Brass or blush - to soften or lift the tone.
• Soft grey - for a calm, modern pairing.
• Warm white and cream - to give the eye somewhere to rest.

Threading one pairing from space to space keeps everything looking deliberate.

Light and the Right Finish

In different light: Cherry 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.

Before You Start

Brush a tester onto your own walls first - red can look different at noon and by lamplight. Deep colours read best with two coats over a tinted basecoat.