Luxury yellow paints

What could be brighter and more cheerful than the colour of sunshine? Yellow can add warmth, brightness, and bring an uplifting energy to your space.

Yellow paint FAQs

How to pick your perfect shade of yellow

Yellow paint can have a significant impact on a room, influencing both its mood and perception. It generally brightens a space by reflecting light, making rooms feel more open, airy, and inviting.

Lighter shades of yellow, like buttery or pale yellows, can create a warm, cheerful, and uplifting atmosphere, perfect for social areas like kitchens, living rooms, or playrooms. In contrast, deeper yellows, like mustard or golden hues, can introduce a cosy, sophisticated, and welcoming vibe, ideal for dining rooms or bedrooms.

When selecting a yellow paint, it’s important to consider the room’s lighting and existing decor, as undertones can appear differently in various settings.

Here are some common yellow undertones to consider:

Sunshine yellows

Yellow paint with sunny undertones creates a warm, inviting atmosphere, evoking feelings of happiness and energy. This shade of yellow has a bright, golden hue that mimics the warmth of sunlight, making it perfect for spaces that need a cheerful, uplifting vibe, such as kitchens, living rooms, or entryways.

Its vibrant yet soft tone complements both modern and traditional décor, adding a touch of optimism and brightness without feeling overwhelming. Sunny yellow can also enhance natural light in a room, making it feel expansive and lively.

Our sunshine yellow: Gladio

Mustard tones

Yellow paint with mustard undertones has a more muted, amber-like quality that evokes a sense of warmth and vintage charm. Unlike brighter, more vibrant yellows, mustard yellow brings depth and a touch of sophistication to a space, with earthy tones that pair well with natural materials like wood and leather.

A great choice for creating cosy, inviting rooms or adding a bold accent to neutral palettes. It can also feel nostalgic, making it perfect for kitchens, living rooms, or home offices where a touch of personality and warmth is desired without being too bright or overwhelming.

Our mustard yellows: Dijon, Ochre

Creating beautiful spaces with yellow

To complement yellow walls in interiors, consider using soft greys, whites, or off-whites for a fresh, balanced look.

Navy blue or deep blue provides a bold contrast, while green such as sage or olive create a natural, calming vibe. Warm browns or taupes ground the space, and teal or turquoise adds a lively touch.

For an earthy, organic feel, natural wood tones work beautifully, and soft pinks or corals add warmth and playfulness. If you are going for drama or sophistication, charcoal or black accents can create a striking contrast.

Get the best from your yellow paint

Our White Primer is an ideal choice when painting with yellow, as it provides a bright, neutral base that helps the yellow colour appear more vibrant and true to its shade. It prevents any dark or contrasting colours from bleeding through, ensuring better coverage and a smoother finish.

You’ll typically need 1-2 coats of yellow paint for full coverage, as yellow can be a somewhat transparent colour. If you are painting over a light surface, one coat may suffice, but if you are covering a darker colour, you might need extra coats for opacity and vibrancy.

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