The journal
Colour advice, practical guides and news from Mylands, the London paint manufactory founded in 1884 - written by the Mylands team.
30 October 2026
Colour doesn't just decorate a room, it shapes how we feel in it. Here's a room-by-room guide to using colour psychology to your advantage.
27 October 2026
You don't need cobwebs and plastic pumpkins to mark the season. A moody, dramatic paint colour brings all the atmosphere, and stays chic long after the 31st.
23 October 2026
Decorating room by room can leave a home feeling disjointed. Here's how to plan a connected palette so every space feels part of the same story.
20 October 2026
One simple ratio is the secret behind balanced, professional-looking rooms. Here's how the 60-30-10 rule works, and how to use it with colour.
16 October 2026
From earthy terracotta to zesty citrus, orange is warm, energising and more versatile than you'd think. Here's how to pair it with confidence.
13 October 2026
As the light softens and the leaves turn, it's the perfect moment to warm up your rooms. Discover our favourite autumnal shades for a cosy, characterful home.
09 October 2026
The colour of your workspace quietly shapes how you feel and think. Here's how to choose shades that support focus, calm and creativity.
06 October 2026
The dining room is made for coming together. The right colour turns a simple meal into an occasion. Here's how to choose shades that welcome, warm and impress.
02 October 2026
Black brings instant drama and sophistication. Used cleverly, it grounds a scheme rather than darkening it. Here's how to pair it with confidence.
29 September 2026
Behind the scenes: Mylands is proud to help dress the British Museum, where our colour forms the backdrop to some of the world's most treasured objects.
29 September 2026
With 140 years of experience, Mylands has become an authority on style and colour. Here are our tips for getting the very most out of your home.
29 September 2026
Understanding whether a colour is warm or cool is the single most useful skill in decorating. Here's how to read it, and use it to transform how a room feels.
