ALL-WHITE TIPS

1 THE 90/10 RULE

If you love lots of white, a ratio of 90 percent white to 10 percent colour will prevent your space from looking too fridge-like.

2 COOL IT DOWN

Soothe the vibrant red tones in native timber floors with a cool white on the walls. Go for a grey- or green-based shade of white.

3 WARM IT UP

Does your room face south or absorb lots of reflected green light from the garden? Whites with a yellow base will stop it feeling chilly.