Colour Trend - English Elm

Natural and earthen colour schemes are slowly overtaking traditional magnolia and cream as they create a more sophisticated tonal feel within your interior space. ENGLISH ELM is a fabulous new colour from Dulux that is soft and elegant and is sure to create a light and cosy ambiance within your interior space. This colour is a perfect mix of mocha and rich taupe and will look great alongside both minimal and bold colour palettes.

This soft and tonal colour choice works extremely well with refined cream, beige and nougat tones and can be accented with deep chocolate, toffee, mustard and orange tones for a rich autumnal feel. For a more masculine take on this colour scheme then why not pair English Elm with a variety of grey hues that will create a soft Scandinavian style ambiance within your chosen room. If you wish to add a splash of colour to your interior space then why not partner this natural colour with Dulux’s colour of the year 2018 – Heart Wood and include a variety of dusky and pastel hues that will create a refined and feminine feel in any room of the home. This natural woody colour scheme works well with nature inspired wallpapers featuring, trees, leaves and flowers and can also be teamed with woodland animal wallpaper for another of this year’s biggest trends.

English Elm is a great colour choice for upholstery and soft furnishings as it is a neutral colour choice that works well in both classic and contemporary homes. For a simple and natural finish then select some English Elm coloured linen curtains and team with woodland cushions and a tree print rug that will bring a sense of the outdoor landscape, indoors. Alternatively you can opt for an English Elm and pastel floral fabric that will look great on curtains, cushions and an upholstered occasional chair for a soft and feminine interior ambiance. For a more modern look opt for English Elm and sleek black fabrics in bold geometric patterns, stripes or chevrons that will create a focal point on a plain sofa, chair or bed set.

Classic oak furniture will perfectly compliment the wooded tones of an English Elm colour scheme and will create a traditional and cosy feel in any room of the home. Opt for chunky and rustic designs for a farmhouse or cottage feel or lighter and simplified oak styles for a more modern take on this look. Cream painted furniture will also create cosiness within your home but also provides and sense of space and light that is perfect for more compact interior spaces. If you prefer a more sleek and modern look then you could opt for grey or black high gloss furniture that is sure to create an eye-catching feature within the room. Team with natural accessories such as oak candle holders, photo frames and mirrors or if you prefer a touch of metallic glamour then include some gold or copper accessories and lighting that will compliment the taupe coloured interior backdrop.

For more ideas on using an English Elm colour scheme in your home interior, take a look at our latest Pinterest board - Pinterest - English Elm Colour Trend.