Colour drenching is a relatively new decorating technique/term for painting everything! You name it! Paint your walls, ceiling, trim, doors, etc. in the same shade, effectively “drenching” your room in that colour. The effect creates a cocoon of colour; by drawing your eye to the whole space; to things like trim and doors, the walls and ceiling making it then become a canvas of colour. Rather than using multiple colours in a room, colour drenching relies on the use of one dominant colour to create a bold and impactful statement.
Colour drenching can be used in a variety of spaces, from living rooms and bedrooms to bathrooms and kitchens. It can be particularly effective in large, open spaces, as shown in Hague Blue Farrow and ball bedroom image; where the walls, ceiling, radiator and skirting board have been painted.
When using colour drenching, it's important to consider the shade and tone of the colour you choose. Lighter shades of a colour can create a serene and calming atmosphere, while darker shades can add drama and sophistication. It's also important to balance the use of colour with neutral elements such as white or grey to prevent the space from becoming overwhelming.
Overall, colour drenching can be a bold and effective way to decorate a space, but it requires careful consideration and planning to ensure a cohesive and balanced look.
Achieving The Colour Drenching Look:
Farrow & Ball, have achieved this drenching look with a neutral shade called Tailor Tack No.302, which we think creates a calm, spa-like-looking space. Joa Studholme, the Colour Curator for Farrow & Ball, stated that “For the ultimate feeling of calm, avoid strong contrasts. One way to do that is using one colour on all surfaces, including the walls, woodwork and ceiling — using multi-surface Dead Flat® is the perfect finish for this as you can take it across the whole space.”
Benjamin Moore has used Van Densen Blue (HC-156) to drench the woodwork and radiator in the above image. This shade is a popular modern trending colour, and looks fantastic paired with the brassy tones of the metal piping and the dark flooring. We recommend using Benjamin Moore Aura or Scuff – X for Ultimate colour and depth and durability.
Dulux Heritage has used the same techniques in their Waxed Khaki shade. Dulux Heritage is an ideal choice to achieve the Colour Drenching technique, thanks to the premium pigments used in their paints.
If you are interested in recreating this style, please visit one of our branches and pick up a colour card and perhaps some sample pots to experiment with.
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