Crown Paints outlines how to support clients to select the perfect colour scheme with confidence
Colour is much more than making a space look good; it shapes experiences, creates mood and makes a statement. Expert Colour Consultant at Crown Paints, Kathryn Lloyd, discusses the latest colour trends including the Crown Paints Colour Insights 2025/2026 and shares practical advice to build confidence in helping customers choose the perfect shades for their homes.
Choosing a colour scheme is so personal. There are so many factors that contribute to the best colour choice for a room in a home, from its occupant’s personal taste and personality to the size of the room and access to natural light. These factors can make it overwhelming when a client asks for your advice on colour… not to mention, most homeowners will know what they want but might not necessarily know how to achieve it or even explain it.
Keeping up with the latest colour trends is the easiest way to advice customers on colour schemes. And to make that easier, each year Crown Launches a collection of new colour palettes designed to capture the essence of contemporary design.
This year, we’ve looked beyond the usual sources of inspiration and considered global shifts, including environmental changes, technological advancements, and evolving human interaction with spaces to create our five new colour palettes.
Named after the themes they tap into, Co, Choreography, Disrupt, G-local, and Faraway, each reflect a different cultural trend, making it easier than ever to recommend colour combinations that resonate with customers.
Co
Think of this palette as the happy medium between productivity and relaxation – it’s perfect to use in spaces for socialising and entertaining like living rooms and dining rooms. The base colours are soft, calming greens and greys, but we’ve added some warm reds and yellows to infuse it with life and energy.
Choreography
Soft lilacs, muted greens and richer tones come together to create a colour scheme that feels warm, inviting, and a little bit luxurious. It’s a palette that adapts well to its surroundings, making it perfect for bedrooms, lounges and anywhere people want to feel cocooned and comfortable.
Disrupt
Disrupt is a palette for making a statement and commanding attention, with electric blues, vibrant oranges and yellow accents. The greys in the mix help to ground everything, making sure it’s striking without feeling chaotic. It’s great for commercial projects like retail spaces, creative offices or even standout feature walls in a home.
G-local
This palette blends traditional neutral tones with subtle pops of modern synthetic green and orange. It was inspired by the connection of local craftsmanship with global trends and is perfect for customers who want an understated palette, using textures and materials for interest with accents of bright saturated colour for focal areas.
Faraway
Iridescent blues and purples mix with warm greens to create a futuristic colour scheme that shifts and adapts depending on the light. It’s got a high-tech, digital feel but stays warm enough to work in real-world spaces. It’s a versatile palette and suits most spaces. For a more daring approach use the stronger tones and for a subtle result use more of the Clay White to create a calming ambience.
Colour choice
We understand that working with customers to help choose their colour schemes can be tricky, especially as not every customer will have a clear vision of what they want. Some customers may just need a gentle nudge in the right direction, but others will be looking to their decorator for even more support.
We have a bank of helpful tools and services to help you understand colour and support your clients to make informed colour choices.
We recently launched our new Colour Edit, a purposely curated colour collection containing 160 versatile shades, including those from our latest Colour Insights, selected using advanced trend forecasting and 3D colour mapping.
More than just colour
Pairing the right finish with the right colour selection is key to achieving the desired aesthetic. We’re seeing a growing preference for matt and ultra-matt finishes, especially with our Co and Choreography palettes, where softness is key for creating welcoming spaces.
For those looking to make a bold statement, Disrupt shines when in high-gloss, emphasising its high-energy. Meanwhile, Faraway’s futuristic vision is enhanced by satin finishes, adding depth and movement.
For further information on Crown Paints visit Crown Paints: It’s Not Just Paint – It’s Personal.
