Hello friends and welcome!

I’m Bozica, a qualified interior designer and colour specialist. Today, I’m reviewing a beautiful neutral from Dulux—Silkwort.

If you're looking for advice on how to choose white paint and neutrals for your home, or you’re planning a DIY colour selection for a renovation, this blog is for you.

🎨 What Is Dulux Silkwort?

• Undertone: Violet

• LRV: 51 – mid-depth, offering contrast but still reflects light

• Best used in: Bedrooms, bathrooms, kitchens, and separate living spaces

• Can also be used: Outside on rendered or weatherboard homes

Silkwort is a warm grey with a violet undertone. It brings sophistication and softness to interiors—but only when paired correctly.

✅ How to Test Silkwort Before You Commit

Before using any colour, here are Bozica’s top rules:

1. Always compare it to a pure white like Dulux Vivid White to clearly see the undertone.

2. Use an A4 size sample painted and tested on a white background—never directly on a painted wall.

3. Test it near your tiles, flooring, or stone—fixed elements dictate the right paint colour, not trends.

🏡 Where Can You Use Dulux Silkwort?

This is not a “whole-house” colour for open-plan living due to its depth. Instead, use it in:

• Bedrooms for a soft cocoon-like atmosphere

• Bathrooms, especially with grey-violet tiles or marble

• Kitchens, when matched with a stone benchtop in the same undertone

• Feature walls or separate living rooms

📝 Remember: Always check the undertone of your tiles or stone before committing. Grey with a violet undertone won’t work with green-based finishes.

✅ The Best Whites to Pair with Silkwort

Because Silkwort has a violet undertone, it needs whites that are cool and crisp. These are my top picks:

• Vivid White – a pure, undertone-free white for trims, skirtings, and ceilings

• White on White – a cool white with a slight blue undertone

• Lexicon Quarter – fresh and crisp, works beautifully for walls or cabinetry

These whites offer contrast and calm down the warmth of Silkwort, creating a perfectly balanced scheme.

🪵 Styling Tips and Furniture Pairings

Silkwort works beautifully with:

• Walnut and oak flooring

• Grey or plum-toned furniture

• Sheer white or grey-violet curtains

• Accessories in burgundy, soft blues, or navy

🛋 If you’re into neutral colour schemes, you can still bring warmth and interest using texture, timber, and soft layering.

🏠 Can You Use Dulux Silkwort Outside?

Yes! Silkwort is stunning on exteriors when used correctly.

• Works with: White or black windows

• Perfect for: Weatherboard homes, rendered facades

• Complement with: Black roof, black guttering, and Silkwort fascia

• Important: Always paint downpipes in the same colour as your wall for a seamless look

☀️ It will appear 2–3 shades lighter outdoors, and the violet undertone will show clearly—so be sure you love it before you commit.

🎯 Need Help Creating a Colour Scheme?

Whether you're painting inside or out, you still need to build a complete colour scheme. That’s where my online course can help.

Mastering Colour Selection for New Builds & Renovations
✔ Learn how to choose the right white paint
✔ Identify and match undertones
✔ Avoid costly mistakes
✔ Create a beautiful, cohesive colour scheme—step by step

No design experience needed. It’s everything you need to choose neutral colours for your home with confidence.

🎁 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.