Give that magnolia lounge or bedroom a new lease of life with a feature wall in a different colour. A subtle shade for a sophisticated look or a vibrant tone to add real impact. Or try adding wallpaper, a modern or traditional design to a fireplace wall or behind a bed to really bring a room to life?

Manufacturers like Dulux and Crown provide a very extensive range of colour options. However, specialist suppliers like Farrow and Ball, Fired Earth, Craig and Rose create paints with a higher percentage of colour pigment which gives a denser, flatter, chalkier finish. These paints are more expensive but can greatly enhance the period feel of older houses where there are dadoes, picture rails and high ceilings – but can look equally stunning in a modern house.