Elemental
Dulux Elemental is a tonal, grounded palette built around warm whites and neutrals. It offers a calm, grounded counterbalance to the overwhelm of modern life.
In 2026, design trends are shifting toward comforting,
nature-inspired palettes that reflect our collective
desire for calm, connection, and sustainability.
Our 2026 Forecast Palettes
Combining inspiration from both global industry outlooks and Dulux’s 2026 powder coat colour forecasts, our team has selected a series of standout finishes to create palettes that define the year ahead. Each palette brings together colour, texture, and materiality, pairing Dulux’s forward-thinking hues with DecoWood® and DecoVogue® finishes to create considered, design-led solutions for contemporary spaces.
Our Forecast Palette - Elemental
DecoVogue® Charcoal Concrete and Duratec® Eternity Vintage Copper Kinetic ground this palette with depth and texture, while DecoWood® Wheatfield® is used to carry natural light through the space.
Our Forecast Palette - Evoke
The Duralloy® Lama, Duralloy® Anotec Mid Bronze and DecoWood® French Wash pay homage to the retro era, while the DecoWood® Linen Shore® brings a timeless element that will withstand future designs and eras.
Our Forecast Palette - Ethereal
We have paired the bright and expressive Duralloy® New Life with DecoWood® Aspen Drift® and DecoVogue® Classic Concrete to create a calming coastal palette that feels both contemporary and grounded.
2026 Finish Forecast
Discover our team’s insights into the finishes and colours set to influence design in the year ahead.
In 2026 and beyond, colour and finish trends are expected to continue to reflect a desire for comfort, security, and connection to nature within the home. Sustainability and nature remain a key design consideration and is thoughtfully woven into this year’s colour forecast palettes.
The Dulux Colour Forecast 2026 palettes showcase these trends and how we are leaning into colour to bring calm and sensibility to everyday life.
Evoke
The colours in Dulux Evoke lean into rich, comforting tones instead of brights – creating depth, character, and warmth. It is optimistic, bold and expressive.
Ethereal
Dulux Ethereal features a delicate pastel-like blend of soft and mid-tone hues-gentle greens, mauves, and blush pinks-that evoke a sense of serenity and joy.
