Percolate

At #917C66, Percolate reads as a warm greige with a clear earthy undertone, sitting between taupe and biscuit rather than feeling stark or grey. On a wall it absorbs more light than a pale neutral, so it can make a room feel more settled and intimate without going dark. In a north-facing room it will lean slightly cooler and more mushroom-toned, while in south light the warmth comes forward and the colour feels richer and more golden. It pairs well with oak, walnut, aged brass and fabrics in flax, stone, olive or deep brown. In Flat Matt it will look softly understated, while Eggshell or Soft Sheen will give it a cleaner finish for woodwork and joinery.

Use Percolate in sitting rooms, hallways or bedrooms where you want the walls to hold a quiet warmth behind linen curtains, leather chairs or woven upholstery. It is also a strong choice for skirting, panelling or cabinets beside cream, rust, moss or tobacco-toned fabrics.