You may have heard the word ‘HUE’ in relation to paint, but have no idea what it actually means?

HUE MEANS: A PARTICULAR GRADATION OF COLOUR; A SHADE OR TINT.

What you may not KNOW is that it is the UNDERTONE (the blend of hues) contained within the paint, that will have the overall effect of the paint on your actual walls (as well as: natural light, location and orientation) Most people look at the colour swatch or sticker on the paint tin and think this will be the final finish and find themselves very disappointed with the final result - this is why!

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If you have already read part 1 of our 20 best paint colours of 2023 you will know the importance of a paint hues and undertones - hence the gentle reminder at the start of this part 2! View Part 1 here: Part 1

9. Ochre | SPEAK pick: Ochre (2151-30) - Benjamin Moore

A rich, charismatic gold bathed in earthy olive undertones.

Ochre (2151-30) - Benjamin Moore | Image Credit: Benjamin Moore

8. Amber | SPEAK pick: Amber (168) - Benjamin Moore

A dose of brown darkens and adds rich depth to this orange hue.

Amber(168) - Benjamin Moore | Image Credit: Benjamin Moore

7. Pink | SPEAK pick: Orchid Pink (036) - Benjamin Moore

Cool and muted, this light pink brings a gentle elegance to a space.

Orchid Pink (036) - Benjamin Moore | Image Credit: Benjamin Moore

6. Purple Gray | SPEAK pick: Mythic (CSP-510) - Benjamin Moore

An illusive, perfect colour that flawlessly blends dusky purple and gray.

Mythic (CSP-510) - Benjamin Moore | Image Credit: Benjamin Moore

5. Red | SPEAK pick: Red (2000-10) - Benjamin Moore

A classic, bold red that can add an extravagant touch to the space.

Red (2000-10) -Benjamin Moore | Image Credit: Benjamin Moore

4. Magenta | SPEAK pick: Magenta (2077-10) - Benjamin Moore

This classic hue mixes the drama of red with the decadence of violet.

Magenta (2077-10) - Benjamin Moore | Image Credit: Benjamin Moore

3. Dark Brown | SPEAK pick: Wenge (AF-180) - Benjamin Moore

Warm and engaging, this deep chocolate hue features hints of brown, black, and violet in its undertone.

Wenge (AF-180) Benjamin Moore | Image Credit: Benjamin Moore

2. Teal | SPEAK pick: Vining Ivy - Glidden

Versatile teal shade that combined bold blue and refined green into a jewel-toned hue.

Vining Ivy - Glidden | Image Credit: Glidden

1. Auburn | SPEAK pick: Alizarin - Graham and Brown

A warm deep auburn red.

Alizarin -Graham and Brown | Image Credit: Graham and Brown | Featured Wallpaper: ***Florenzia Dusk by Graham and Brown***

To read part 1 of the best 20 paint colours please view here: 20 Best colours Part 1

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