6 Ways to Embrace Pink Décor

Gone are the days when pink was a colour reserved for kids’ bedrooms. This vibrant hue can be used in every space in your home, from kitchens to living rooms, dining rooms and bathrooms. With the right shades, you can design stylish, sophisticated pink interiors that have an instant feel-good factor.

Whether you're looking to add a playful pop of colour or create a soothing, serene atmosphere, pink is the ideal paint palette to work with. Our guide is here to help you rethink pink home décor and discover all the wonderful ways it can elevate your interior design.

Which colours go with pink?
 

Pink can seem like a bold choice, so you might be wondering what colour goes with pink. The good news is that there are plenty of options at Dulux! Whether you’d prefer pastel pink or dark magenta, our red paint colour guide is designed to help you find the perfect hue, along with complementary pairings to suit a variety of tastes.

If you’d prefer to keep the palette pared back, team a blush pink like Sweet Embrace with warm neutrals like Perfectly Taupe. For a bold, tonal look, pair candy pinks like Ballerina Dance with deep red and purple hues such as Monarch or Mulberry Burst.

Love a bold, contrasting palette? Light pinks pair well with dark blues and greens like Breton Blue or Olive Grove.

Our top tips for decorating with pink
 

Whether you’re planning a subtle colour change or a complete room transformation, discover our favourite pink wall paint ideas below, along with other ways to inject this cheerful hue into your interior.

1. Add a pink feature wall

If you want to add interest and impact to your space, a pink feature wall makes a bold statement. This is one of our favourite pink room painting ideas, as it’s a great way to dip your toe into colour if you have a neutral interior. Muted tones like Pressed Petal can give any room a grown-up and modern feel, while brighter shades like Berry Smoothie pack a punch.

2. Create a calming pink bathroom

Bathrooms should be a place you enjoy spending time in, whether unwinding at the end of the day or getting ready in the morning. Using a soft, subtle hue like Blush Pink in the bathroom evokes a sense of calm and brings stillness to the room. Use a contrasting dark grey paint like Urban Obsession on the skirting boards and trim or Absolute White for a clean, bright feel.

3. Embrace colour drenching

Colour drenching is the best way to embrace a pink colour scheme and will refresh any room. It’s a great option for living rooms or bedrooms, especially when decorating with white-pink paint for a muted look. Paint the walls and woodwork in a pale pink like Soft Stone, then add neutral furnishings and accessories to let your chosen shade do the talking.

4. Paint doors and wood trim

If you don’t want to commit to pink walls, painting your doors and skirting boards pink is an excellent alternative. Just be sure to use the right paint – Dulux Quick Dry Satinwood will work wonders for your wooden doors and comes in this lovely shade of Pretty Pink. Paint the rest of the space in a neutral shade to let your woodwork stand out, then tie the design together with pink room décor like cushions, rugs and wall art.

5. Bring pink interior design into your kitchen

Want to liven up the heart of your home? Give your kitchen a lift with pops of pink paint. If you don’t have time for a total transformation, try painting your kitchen cabinets and shelving in vibrant pinks to energise your home’s hardest-working room. Alternatively, you could create a pink feature wall or add pink accessories.

For a more dramatic look, paint your kitchen using the colour-drenching technique, opting for an earthy shade like Raspberry Diva to bring a Mediterranean feel to the room.

6. Choose rich pinks for the bedroom

Deep pink paint colours are becoming increasingly popular for bedrooms, creating a cosy and inviting atmosphere. You can add a grown-up twist to your décor with deep, dark shades of pink like Dark Garnet. With the right tone, you can design an elegant space to sleep in. For more inspiration, explore our guide to pink bedrooms, or find out how to combine pinks and reds for a tonal look.

Still trying to figure out whether pink could work in your home? Download the Dulux Visualizer app to try your favourite shades in your space at the touch of a button.