How to Choose the Right Colours for Your Home
Choosing the right paint colours for your home might seem simple — but in Auckland, where natural light, weather, and architectural styles vary widely, this decision can significantly affect the final result.
Think About Natural Light
Auckland homes often receive direct sunlight at different times of the day, which can dramatically change how colours appear on your walls.
Practical Tip:
Test a sample patch on walls that get morning and afternoon sun. Observe how the colour shifts throughout the day before making a final choice.
Match Colours to Your Home
Modern homes often work best with neutral palettes or bold contrasts.
Traditional Auckland villas and bungalows, on the other hand, shine with timeless tones like soft greens, off-whites, or muted blues and greys.
Choose Colours by Room
Each room sets a different mood — choose colours that match the feeling you want.
Bedrooms: Calm tones like olive green, sand, warm white, or soft lavender.
Living areas: Warm shades like taupe, light grey, beige, or moss green.
Kitchens: Clean whites, soft greys, or earthy tones that complement timber.
Avoid common mistakes
Here are a few things to watch out for:
- Choosing a colour only from a catalogue sample
- Ignoring the finish (matte, satin, or gloss can make a big difference)
- Painting the entire house the same colour out of fear of making the wrong choice
Free Colour Testing with Us
We offer free colour testing using real paint samples from Resene or Dulux, applied directly to your wall before the job begins.
This helps avoid regrets and ensures your final colour looks perfect with your home’s natural light.