Imagine matching your cushions, curtains and accessories to the exact shade of your sofa. With over 1,600 shades in the Pantone Matching System—itself created from a blend of 14 base colours—achieving a perfectly co-ordinated look has never been easier. Here’s how to use Pantone colours to turn your home into a true symphony of colour.

What is Pantone color in decoration?

The Pantone Matching System is a global standard for selecting, sharing and reproducing colours, using a recognised numbering system and sample formats. It enables you to choose the same shade across walls, furniture and decorative accents for consistency throughout your living spaces.

 Finding a common colour thread

Primarily used by professional designers, the Pantone system provides exact colour codes – helping you achieve the mood you are looking for. Every shade has a specific name and number; for example, “Pantone 17-1230 Mocha Mousse Pantone 17-1230 Mocha Mousse ,” the 2025 Colour of the Year, which offers warm tones that create a soft, calming atmosphere. These codes also act as a guide, enabling you to match cushions, throws, vases, walls and lighting with pinpoint accuracy.

The keys to creating your own signature style 

To transform your space into a truly personal haven, start with your primary colour choice. For example, a north-facing living room can feel brighter with a white wall that has a hint of yellow, or with orange, yellow or red accents to offset the lack of natural light.

You can introduce Pantone colours into your home through paint, wallpaper, soft furnishings or accessories. Applying the same shades across different surfaces helps tie each room together, creating a cohesive look from one space to the next.

Pantone trends in interior design

Pantone colours embody the Home Beauty philosophy – creating a harmonious, beautiful home. Available in full palettes, they suit every style and taste: calming hues for bedrooms, energising tones for kitchens, cosy colours for living rooms, or neutral shades for a timeless base.

Pantone colours are more than just shades on a chart. They provide all the reliability of a professional system designed for the home, while serving as a true form of decorative expression. Choosing Pantone means investing in an interior where every detail works together to create harmony, comfort, and a space you genuinely love living in.