If you're looking for a warm, soft beige paint colour that brings elegance, brightness, and flexibility to your home, Dulux China White might be the perfect fit. In today’s post, I’ll walk you through the undertone, LRV, how to use it inside and outside, and how to build a complete colour scheme around it—without making common neutral mistakes.

I’m Bozica, a qualified interior designer and colour specialist. I help homeowners make confident colour decisions for their renovation or new build—even if they don’t have a design background.

🎨 About Dulux China White

• Undertone: Beige with a soft green base

• LRV (Light Reflectance Value): 75

• Finish: Warm, bright, and incredibly versatile

China White is one of the lightest and warmest beiges with a subtle green undertone. The high LRV of 75 means it reflects a lot of light, making it a great choice for open-plan living areas, large spaces, or rooms where you want to create a calm and inviting atmosphere.

🧪 How to Test China White Properly

Always test your colour next to Dulux Vivid White to reveal the undertone clearly.

✅ Use A4 paint swatches, placed vertically on the wall
✅ Compare it in different lighting across the day
✅ Never test paint on the floor—it distorts the undertone

🛋 How to Use China White in a Colour Scheme

In my own project, I paired China White with a stunning fabric swatch that featured:

• A beige with green undertone (matching China White)

• A grey with a blue undertone

• Muted greens and warm golds

This is a perfect example of how to build a cohesive colour scheme.

✅ Rule: Only Mix Two Undertones in One Space

Mixing too many undertones is the #1 reason homeowners feel like “something’s off.” In this case:

• Undertone 1: Beige with green (China White)

• Undertone 2: Grey with blue (sofa or carpet)

Then you add colour—like green or mustard—through:

• Artwork

• Drapes

• Cushions

• Frames or styling pieces

✨ Tip: Repetition is key. Repeat each neutral and accent at least twice in your space.

🪟 What Whites Work Best with China White?

When using a warm neutral with an undertone, you need a clean contrast.

✅ Best White Pairings:

• Dulux Vivid White – perfect for architraves, skirtings, ceilings, and doors

• Avoid whites with their own strong undertones—they’ll compete with China White

This combo keeps your space clean, fresh, and balanced.

🧱 China White and Flooring

One of the reasons China White is so flexible is that it works with:

• Wood floors (especially with beige or green undertones)

• Warm-toned tiles (reds, yellows, or oranges)

• Grey-blue or beige-green carpets in bedrooms

In my styling, I matched it with a gorgeous laminate that had beige and green undertones—it pulled everything together beautifully.

🏡 Can You Use Dulux China White Outside?

Yes, and it looks even better outdoors!

With an LRV of 75, it will appear 2–3 shades lighter in natural light.
It works beautifully with:

• Black windows – for contrast and sharpness

• White windows – for a timeless soft look

Use it as your main render colour or for weatherboard homes.

🛑 Common Mistakes to Avoid

• Don’t introduce a third undertone into your colour scheme

• Don’t select your paint before your fixed elements (stone, flooring, cabinetry)

• Don’t skip testing your colour with lighting and material samples

✅ Final Thoughts

Dulux China White is ideal for:

• Open-plan living

• Creating a warm, soft atmosphere

• Coordinating with greys, greens, and muted golds

• Inside and outside your home

It’s a timeless neutral that gives you flexibility without being boring—as long as you respect the undertones.

🎁 Free Downloads to Help You Choose the Right White

Still unsure? Before you even pick up a brush, make sure you actually understand how to choose white paint and neutrals for your home. I’ve created two free downloads that will walk you through:

📌 Read This Before You Renovate or Build
📌 Understand the 4 Types of White + How to Choose the Right One for Your Home

They’ll help you avoid costly mistakes and feel more confident in your decision-making.

🎓 Want Step-by-Step Colour Selection Help?

If you're ready to learn how to choose white paint, test undertones, and create a full neutral colour scheme for your home, then join my online course. It's designed for homeowners who want to get it right the first time—without needing a designer.

👉 Check out the course here
It’s packed with visual guides, video tutorials, and includes access to a private Facebook group where you can ask me questions directly.