How to decorate with yellow
Yellow (specifically 'mimosa' - an orange-hued, warm shade) has been declared the colour of 2009 by Pantone, the global provider of professional colour standards to the design industries. Find out how to decorate with this season's hottest hue
1. Come out of the shadows
Everyone has dark areas in their home, especially if a room lacks natural light or is north-facing.
Think of yellow as 'sunshine in a paint tin,' says interiors author Stephanie Hoppen.
But take heed; too much of the yolk hue can be nausea-inducing and irritating so opt for soft, gentle shades of sand, maize, hay and straw for larger areas.
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