Colour

Begin with the space itself. Consider its natural light, proportions, existing materials and intended use. We recommend testing selected colours directly in the room before making a final decision.

Colour changes in appearance according to the light it receives. Daylight varies in intensity and temperature throughout the day, while artificial lighting can alter how individual tones are perceived. A colour may therefore appear warmer, cooler, lighter or darker depending on the conditions.

Screens reproduce colour through emitted light, while painted surfaces reflect light. Screen settings, brightness and colour calibration also vary between devices. Digital colour representations should therefore be used as a reference rather than an exact match.

Yes. The same colour can appear different depending on the finish, though the colour remains the same. Matte surfaces diffuse light, while glossier finishes reflect more of their surroundings. This can affect the perceived depth, intensity and character of a colour.

Yes, provided a suitable paint product is selected for each surface. Using one colour across different architectural elements can create a continuous appearance, while variations in finish introduce subtle differences in light reflection.

A monochromatic colour scheme uses variations of a single colour or closely related tones throughout a space. Differences in lightness, saturation and finish can create variation without introducing contrasting colours.

An exact reproduction is difficult to achieve through colour matching. Every paint brand works with its own bases, pigments and formulations, all of which influence the final colour and its appearance. Even small differences in undertone, warmth, coolness and pigmentation can noticeably affect how a colour appears, how it responds to changing light and how it interacts with surrounding colours. The same colour reference taken to five different paint suppliers may produce five slightly different results. We strongly recommend choosing the original colour from the brand that developed it. If you have found a particular shade you love, using its original formulation is the most reliable way to achieve the intended result.