Dark Brown (1115412) - Dulux Paints Colour Shade Card

Your Guide to Dark Brown (1115412)

A dramatic red from Dulux, Dark Brown (1115412) 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.

Best Spaces for Dark Brown

• 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.
• Reading rooms and studies: a darker wrap makes these rooms feel snug and easy to focus in.

What Goes With Dark Brown

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

• Deep green or navy - for a confident contrast.
• Brass or blush - to soften or lift the tone.
• Warm white and cream - to give the eye somewhere to rest.

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: Dark Brown 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 red shifts with the light in a room. Deep colours read best with two coats over a tinted basecoat.