Olde Hunter (1114296) - Dulux Paints Colour Shade Card

Olde Hunter (1114296): Where and How to Use It

Olde Hunter (1114296) is a smoky green shade by Dulux - a deep tone that's best saved for a feature wall rather than the whole room. The green undertone means it settles best next to off-whites and natural textures.

Best Spaces for Olde Hunter

• Feature and accent walls: one wall in a bold shade gives a room a strong focal point.
• Studies and garden rooms: green links a room to the outdoors and helps you focus.
• The wall behind a bed: a deep shade on the headboard wall gives a calm, hotel-like feel.
• Powder rooms and cloakrooms: compact, occasional-use rooms are the safest place to go dark.

Building a Palette With Olde Hunter

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

• Terracotta or ochre - for an earthy, warm accent.
• Off-white and cream - to keep it light and natural.
• Wood and rattan - to echo the outdoors.

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: Olde Hunter 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 green shifts with the light in a room. Deep colours read best with two coats over a tinted basecoat.