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Dulux colour

Choosing colour can be one of the toughest — but most important — steps in a painting project. With our expert knowledge, you can choose the colour scheme in your home with confidence. Colour featured: Dulux Morikau.

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Dulux Colours of New Zealand

Explore over 1,000 colours for indoors, outdoors, and everything in between.

Whites & NeutralsLuminous, fresh, natural and light; Dulux whites makes up some of New Zealand’s most loved colour choices.
GreysGrey’s versatility, and often chameleon-like qualities, makes it suitable for almost every style of home.
BrownsThe many shades of browns are perfect to help your home feel like a peaceful, secure sanctuary.
Purples & PinksPurples and pinks can help create a dramatic mood as a hallway or entry colour, especially in the darker tones.
BluesBlue is versatile and easily schemed with other colours for your interior or exterior space.
GreensGreen are very versatile, and can feel either warm or cool, perfect for for interior and exterior spaces.
YellowsYellows are vibrant and reflective and can create a happy and bright environment.
OrangesIn its many shades and tones, orange can radiate warmth and energy, while being stimulating and thought provoking.
RedsReds are perfect for adding a sense of drama to any space.

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Imagining how a space will feel in a new colour scheme is hard. Save time and gain colour confidence the smart way with personal guidance from an expert Dulux Colour Consultant.

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Our expert support team can help with everything from choosing colour, what product is the most appropriate for your job or troubleshooting when something hasn’t gone your way.

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Dulux Colours of New Zealand

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Colours displayed should be used as a guide for your colour selection. To ensure best accuracy, test your colour choice at home by ordering Dulux Sample Pots and Large Colour Swatches.

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