Middy Blue (1111702) - Dulux Paints Colour Shade Card

Middy Blue (1111702): Where and How to Use It

Middy Blue (1111702) is a bold blue shade by Dulux - a deep tone that's best saved for a feature wall rather than the whole room. The cool undertone means it settles best next to cool whites and greys.

Rooms That Suit Middy Blue

• Feature and accent walls: one wall in a bold shade gives a room a strong focal point.
• Bathrooms and en-suites: blue brings a clean, fresh, spa-like feel to tiled rooms.
• Powder rooms and cloakrooms: compact, occasional-use rooms are the safest place to go dark.
• Home theatres and TV rooms: deep colours cut screen glare and make the space feel immersive.

What Goes With Middy Blue

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

• Mustard or tan accents - for a pop of warm contrast.
• Crisp white - on trims and ceilings, so the blue stays fresh.
• Soft grey - for a calm, tonal scheme through the home.

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

Light and the Right Finish

In different light: Middy Blue 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

Check a tester patch morning and evening, as blue shifts with the light in a room. Deep colours read best with two coats over a tinted basecoat.