Brighten up your hall with rich hues

First impressions count, and nothing spells a royal welcome quite like purple.Opulent and extravagant yet inviting and intimate, purple is a wonderful colour if you want to give your entrance and doorway an instant makeover.

Rich, earthy purples like mauve, orchard and violet look striking when paired with crisp white floor skirting, or you could paint the lower half of the wall a darker shade and the top half a lighter shade for a more subtle variation. For a more vintage look, try purple with gold, or mix purple with a glossy black lacquer for a sleek, sophisticated feel.