14 duck egg blue decorating ideas

We all love a bit of colour drenching and duck egg blue is a great colour to use for it. Neither light nor dark it’s a shade that works well for this kind of look. Keep your ceiling white for balance and consider adding a touch of decoration (and colour) in the form of a trim.

Pictured: Ernie wallpaper border, Reggie wallpaper border, both Studio Atkinson

Pair duck egg blue with complementary colours such as creams, whites, and other soft shades of blue or green for a sophisticated and balanced look.

To keep a duck egg blue and white/cream combination warm visually, consider adding brass accessories as an accent and a floor that's not 'cold'. Layer natural textures in the form of accessories to help soften your scheme and create a fresh, serene interior.

Create drama with contrast, and using a duck egg blue shade will do just that. Charlotte Cosby, creative director at Farrow & Ball describes this particular colour and why it works:

‘Evoking the colour of summer skies, Borrowed Light is a wonderfully pale blue named after the delicate light that cascades through small windows and fanlights. It works as well in a room deprived of light as it does in an airy sunroom.’

Team it with inky blue for a bold look.

Pictured: Borrowed Light in the alcove, Hague Blue on the fireplace wall, both Farrow & Ball

One of our favourite duck egg blue ideas is to team it with other pastels like sky blue and candy pink.

'Duck egg is, just like its namesake shell, very delicate, and this is why I think it works best when combined with similar gentle pastels,' says block print designer Molly Mahon. 'In my own bathroom, our wood panelled bath is painted duck egg, and I’ve given new life to a vintage laundry basket that I’ve had for years with a lick of duck egg paint.

'I feel the sky blue of the soft coral wallpaper sits harmoniously alongside the greener duck egg and the addition of pink is the perfect accent. I couldn’t resist adding the pink rug for a little pop of contrasting colour, plus the feeling of a fluffy rug underfoot is always comforting in a more practical space like the bathroom.'

Pictured: Coral blue wallpaper, Molly Mahon

Colour blocking is a great way to use up leftover paint, as you can section off parts of a wall to add colour, or paint over an existing shade if it's a pale neutral like white or cream. Tip: Use Frogtape to section off the area you want.

Pictured: Hebden trestle table with painted legs, Shaftesbury glass lamp medium, Aqua blue paint, French Grey paint, Moss paint, all Neptune

Different shades of duck egg blue can work harmoniously together if you vary the tones and add subtle patterns, as seen in this relaxing bedroom.

‘Introducing duck egg blue to a bedroom through a patterned wallpaper is a beautiful way to infuse tranquillity and charm into the space,' says Emma Deterding at Kelling Designs. 'This soft, serene hue creates a calming atmosphere that is perfect for a bedroom retreat. Opting for a delicate, understated pattern adds depth without overwhelming the room, allowing the colour to shine through in a subtle and sophisticated way.'

Pictured: Thomas Artisan super king headboard, from the Artisan Collection, Hearts and Minds wallpaper in sky, both Kelling Designs.

If your bathroom is on the small side or is lacking in natural light, choose a shade that is on the greener side of duck egg blue for a fresh yet alluring scheme.

‘Duck egg blue is one of the most versatile colours to incorporate around the home,' says Justyna Korczynska, senior designer at Crown. 'More traditionally, duck egg is known as a subtle, soothing choice for the bedroom and bathroom helping to create an oasis of calm.'

Pictured: Soft Duck Egg mid sheen emulsion from the Easyclean Bathroom collection, Crown

If you live in a period property, make the most of beautiful architectural detailing in your home, like a large shuttered bay window or a statement fireplace. Apply a coat of duck egg blue and either match to the walls or keep them white for contrast.

'For rooms where you might want to create a quieter backdrop, darker pastel shades like Long Acre™ No. 102 are perfect for creating a soothing backdrop with a hint of colour,' says Dominic Myland, CEO of Mylands.

Pictured: Walpole No.42 on walls, Long Acre No.102 on the woodwork, both Mylands

Cool off a warmer duck egg blue by using it next to an electric blue like the edging on this wall hanging and picture frame. Stone is another colour that works well if you want to add in a neutral.

Choose accessories like patterned cushions and throws that tie the shades together.

Pictured: Alma table light, Original BTC

The benefit of wallpaper is that you can embrace both colour and pattern on your walls. This rich duck egg blue shade, with a graphic monochrome pattern, will instantly lift your space, while wooden accents help to ground the scheme, creating the perfect balance.

'Natural timber and duck egg blue are a perfect match; the natural tones of wood can add that necessary warmth to the interior,' says Yvonne Drury, co-founder of MissPrint. 'Metal and stone also work well; a metallic accent can boost the energy of the space and add a sense of luxe.'

Pictured: Muscat Lovat wallpaper, MissPrint

The beauty of duck egg blue is that it goes with pretty much any other colour and that includes both paler and darker shades.

In this bedroom it acts as a perfect backdrop for the antique mahogany furniture and gilt framed artwork. The bright pink and orange throw adds a burst of colour that enriches the furniture.

Pictured: Green Blue on the walls, Farrow & Ball

If you don't want to invest in paint or wallpaper in duck egg blue, consider furniture instead. A sideboard, as pictured here, introduces this colour subtly. In this instance, pairing duck egg blue with neutrals like off-white will add warmth to its cooler undertones.

Pictured: Bestå storage combination with doors, white Selsviken/Stubbarp/high gloss in grey-blue, Ikea