Drum Beat (1114150) - Dulux Paints Colour Shade Card

Your Guide to Drum Beat (1114150)

Drum Beat (1114150) is an intense red 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 Drum Beat

• Feature and accent walls: one wall in a bold shade gives a room a strong focal point.
• Home theatres and TV rooms: deep colours cut screen glare and make the space feel immersive.
• Reading rooms and studies: a darker wrap makes these rooms feel snug and easy to focus in.
• The wall behind a bed: a deep shade on the headboard wall gives a calm, hotel-like feel.

What Goes With Drum Beat

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

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

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

Light and the Right Finish

In different light: Drum Beat 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.