Best Colours for North & South Facing Rooms
Knowing the difference between north and south facing rooms is essential when decorating, as the amount of natural light in a room can drastically change the appearance of colour. Read on to discover the best shades for both well-lit and darker rooms, allowing colours to perfectly complement the look and feel of a space.
Left - Longsands, Warm Clay, Right - Butterscotch by @inside_the_painted_door
Colours for north facing rooms
Known for receiving the least amount of light, north facing rooms benefit from lighter colours with warm red, orange or yellow undertones. Our pink and orange toned Coral will instantly heat up cooler north facing spaces. Or, for a cocooning touch, use warm dark colours like cherry red Valentina and soften with a neutral like Warm Clay. Avoid blue, grey or green undertones, as the space will appear flat and cool.
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Colours for south facing rooms
Bathed in natural light, most colours work well in south facing rooms, including warm and cool tones. However, colours may appear more yellow because of the abundance of warm light. Balance bright sunlight with cooler shades and blue or green undertones, or use red- based neutrals to enhance the room’s natural warmth. Cool whites will appear more neutral in these spaces, while warm whites will appear almost cream.
Left - Tea Leaf, Steamed Milk by @reno80shouse, Right - Deep Sea
The best colours for south facing rooms...
Put it to the test!
There’s no better way to experiment with light and colour than testing how the shade looks in your home. Use our tester sachets to paint out a handy, 30x30cm swatch and see how each colour looks in different lighting.
Still looking for inspo? Check out our blog post on this year’s trending colours and find the perfect warm or cool toned shade to suit your space.