Swordplay (1111292) - Dulux Paints Colour Shade Card

Swordplay (1111292): Where and How to Use It

A cool cool neutral from Dulux, Swordplay (1111292) is a flexible mid-tone that works on full walls or a single feature. With its cool undertone, it looks most natural alongside cool whites and greys.

Best Spaces for Swordplay

• Living rooms: a mid-tone adds warmth and personality without taking over.
• Studies and workspaces: a steady, mid-depth wall is easy on the eye for long stints.
• Bedrooms: enough colour to feel cosy, still calm enough to relax in.
• Dining rooms: a grounded tone makes meals feel warm and settled.

What Goes With Swordplay

Planning colours across the home? Treat Swordplay as a flexible base or a feature and add:

• Crisp white - for a clean, layered look.
• Soft blue or sage - for a hint of colour.
• Warm wood - to stop it feeling cold.

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: Swordplay stays cool and steady in daylight, warming slightly under lamps in the evening.

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 - cool neutral can look different at noon and by lamplight. Over a tinted primer, a mid-tone builds to full colour in two coats.