9 on-trend yellow paint colours for 2025
Ranging from the gentlest of warm neutrals to full-on hot-as-the-sun hues, yellow can create any mood or look in a room (look at how Paint & Paper Library's Peruvian yellow and Pollen II make for an arresting colour palette, pictured above). It's just about picking the right shade. To help us get it right, three experts give us their advice on the best yellow paint colours to use on your walls.
Buttery Yellows
'Often described as the new neutral, buttery yellows are making a serious comeback. To ensure these shades truly sing, pair with soft off-whites rather than a brilliant white and this will also help to create warmth. For a contemporary twist, use a darker colour, such as navy blue or indigo, on woodwork,' says Emma Bulmer, CEO, director and colour consultant at Edward Bulmer Natural Paint.
Ochre
Patent Yellow
Florence
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Citrussy Lemons
'These hues instantly lift the mood and energy of a room and work brilliantly to highlight architectural details or as an accent colour on one wall. Team with soft greens and whites for a pared-back scheme. If you want to create impact, drench your space with a single colour, or closely related tones, across the walls, skirting, ceiling and doors,' suggests Ruth Mottershead, creative director at Little Greene.
Mister David
Giallo
Indian Yellow
Honey Mustards
'Yellows with hints of honey and mustard will uplift and warm a space. Combined with softer neutrals, they're ideal for adding an element of surprise. And they don’t have to be restricted to walls – try putting them in unexpected places such as on the ceiling, inside cupboards or on your front door,' says Marianne Shillingford, creative director and colour expert at Dulux.
Honey Mustard
True Joy
Healing Spice
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