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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Lucy Dunn

The colours that can make your home feel warmer in winter – and cooler in summer

Earthy undertones like terracotta, ochre and creamy beige have a warming effect - ((Dulux/PA))

Many of us keep a close eye on household budgets during the colder months, but the good news is there are simple ways to add cosiness without turning up the thermostat.

The right paint colour can influence what designers call ‘perceived temperature’ – the subtle psychological effect that makes one room feel cocooning and another airy, even if they’re the same size and heated to the same degree.

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