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Units in Harley
Green intelligent
eggshell, £64 for
2.5ltr; wall in Tea
with Florence
absolute matt
emulsion, £45
for 2.5ltr, both
Little Greene

1. Shades

of Teal

The chameleon of the colour wheel, teal

works like a dream in every room

SET THE MOOD Sitting between blue and TRY IT IN
green on the spectrum, teal has the strength A KITCHEN
and quietness of both. Calming and restorative,
Be brave and go for a
it’s ideal for spaces where you want to unwind. bold, immersive scheme

using different shades
KNOW YOUR LIGHT Teal shifts between
of teal from mid to dark
warm and cocooning to invigorating and on door fronts, worktops,
bright depending on the light. In sunny rooms, walls and shelving.
teal will balance sunlight without losing its Break up solid colour
freshness, or in rooms with a cooler aspect, by bringing in lighter
elements, from pale
team teal with warm shades like coral or
wood furniture to
mustard to counteract its coolness. sparkling brassware.
COMPLEMENT WITH NEUTRALS TRY IT IN
Balance teal’s vibrancy with areas of neutral
colour. Bright white will pop against teal or A DINING
go for softer chalk, pearlescent grey or matt ROOM
charcoal for a calmer, grown-up feel. Bring In a bright, south-facing
out teal’s warmer side by pairing it with room, teal can help to
balance intense sunlight. Modern Petal
earthier terracotta or with raw, rustic timbers.
Use soft, layered, blue- upholstered dining
ADD SPARKLE AND SHINE Solid colour green tones on walls, chairs, £199 each,
keeping the floor and West Elm, are similar.
can envelop a room so work in metallic accents
ceiling pale, rather than Try Anderson oval
to add shine and movement. Contrast teal wall-to-wall block colour, dining table, £648.50,
with rich copper and bronze or warm brass. which might overwhelm. Maisons du Monde

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