How to work with orange

Orange is quite demanding, which is a positive aspect in a room where you want people to be stimulated. Consider the following if you choose this hue, says Dulux colour consultant Palesa Ramaisa.

Orange is an energetic and uplifting colour reminiscent of a sunrise or sunset.

It’s a warm and inviting shade that works especially well in a child’s playroom or school activity area. It’s also a good colour for branding.

If orange is too bold for you, use it as an accent in decorative elements to inject some character into a space. Burnt-orange is a toned-down option that can bring calm to a space without being boring.