Delicate Yellow (1111959) - Dulux Paints Colour Shade Card

Delicate Yellow (1111959): Where and How to Use It

A sunny yellow from Dulux, Delicate Yellow (1111959) is a light, easy shade that suits full walls across the home. With its warm undertone, it looks most natural alongside warm whites and natural timber.

Rooms That Suit Delicate Yellow

• Living and family rooms: a light shade keeps everyday spaces bright and sociable.
• Breakfast rooms and kitchens: yellow keeps morning spaces bright and cheerful.
• Bedrooms: pale walls feel restful and make mornings a little easier.
• Narrow hallways and box rooms: light colours push the walls out and add a sense of space.

Building a Palette With Delicate Yellow

Planning colours across the home? Treat Delicate Yellow as a base to build the rest of the palette on and add:

• White and soft grey - to keep it clean and bright.
• Grey or charcoal - for a smart contrast.
• Pale wood - for a sunny, natural feel.

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

Light and the Right Finish

In different light: Delicate Yellow warms up under lamps and afternoon sun, and stays soft and light in north-facing rooms.

Best finish: A matt finish looks smooth and modern in living rooms and bedrooms; use a washable soft-sheen in kitchens, bathrooms and hallways.

Before You Start

Brush a tester onto your own walls first - yellow can look different at noon and by lamplight. A second thin coat evens it out, and a leftover tin handles later marks.