Colonial Red (1114158) - Dulux Paints Colour Shade Card

Colonial Red (1114158): Where and How to Use It

A deep red from Dulux, Colonial Red (1114158) 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 Colonial Red

• Feature and accent walls: one wall in a bold shade gives a room a strong focal point.
• Powder rooms and cloakrooms: compact, occasional-use rooms are the safest place to go dark.
• The wall behind a bed: a deep shade on the headboard wall gives a calm, hotel-like feel.
• Home theatres and TV rooms: deep colours cut screen glare and make the space feel immersive.

Building a Palette With Colonial Red

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

• 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: Colonial Red 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.