The Dark Side (1114434) - Dulux Paints Colour Shade Card

Your Guide to The Dark Side (1114434)

The Dark Side (1114434) is a deep warm neutral 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.

Best Spaces for The Dark Side

• Feature and accent walls: one wall in a bold shade gives a room a strong focal point.
• Whole-home walls and hallways: a warm neutral flows well between rooms and feels welcoming.
• Powder rooms and cloakrooms: compact, occasional-use rooms are the safest place to go dark.
• The wall behind a bed: a deep shade on the headboard wall gives a calm, hotel-like feel.

Building a Palette With The Dark Side

Planning colours across the home? Treat The Dark Side as a feature against paler walls and add:

• Muted green or blue - for a gentle colour lift.
• Deeper taupe or brown - as a grounding accent.
• White and ivory - for a soft, layered neutral.

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

Light and the Right Finish

In different light: The Dark Side 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 warm neutral shifts with the light in a room. Deep colours read best with two coats over a tinted basecoat.