Chippendale (1111816) - Dulux Paints Colour Shade Card

Chippendale (1111816): Where and How to Use It

Chippendale (1111816) is an intense warm neutral shade by Dulux - a deep tone that's best saved for a feature wall rather than the whole room. The warm undertone means it settles best next to warm whites and natural timber.

Rooms That Suit Chippendale

• Feature and accent walls: one wall in a bold shade gives a room a strong focal point.
• Whole-home walls and hallways: a warm neutral flows well between rooms and feels welcoming.
• 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 Chippendale

For a whole-home look, use Chippendale as a feature against paler walls and bring in:

• Deeper taupe or brown - as a grounding accent.
• Muted green or blue - for a gentle colour lift.
• White and ivory - for a soft, layered neutral.

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: Chippendale 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 - warm neutral can look different at noon and by lamplight. Deep colours read best with two coats over a tinted basecoat.