Huguenot™ No.49 cabinetry
Huguenot™ No.49 cabinetry Mylands, House of Colour, announces its Colour of the Year for 2027: Huguenot™ No.49, a sumptuous crimson red drawn from the Mylands archives and named after the rich silk weavings of the Huguenots. Rich, distinctive and deeply saturated, Huguenot™No.49 brings a sense of depth and character to interiors.Its crimson tones create a bold yet considered backdrop, offering an impactful way to introduce colour across both traditional and contemporary spaces. As a colour with strong visual presence, it can be used to highlight architectural details, enrich furniture and cabinetry, or create an instantly memorable room. Mylands has seen an increase in demand for Huguenot™ No.49, as customers look for a fresh alternative to classic blues and greens, and move away from cooler tones to warm, heritage-inspired shades.
From left to right: Huguenot™ No.49 Table and wall
How to use Huguenot™ No.49 Huguenot™ No.49 can be used in a variety of ways, from smaller details to more prominent applications.
- Front doors: Use Huguenot™ No.49 to create a striking first impression, giving the front door a rich hit of crimson colour.
- Kitchens: The shade creates a prominent impact when used on kitchen cabinetry, offering a richer alternative to more classic dark green or blue shades.
- Furniture: Paint furniture in Huguenot™ No.49 to introduce a concentrated dose of colour and give individual pieces greater visual presence. Most rooms can benefit from a touch of red, it brings character, depth and a sense of joy.
- Woodwork and architectural features: Use the shade to highlight woodwork or architectural features, drawing attention to the details and structure of a room.
- Walls: Envelop a room in Huguenot™ No.49 for a sumptuous space that is full of atmosphere. For entertaining spaces such as dining rooms, try a high gloss finish and enjoy the way the light enhances the rich pigments.
A Sustainable and Luxurious Finish Huguenot™ No.49 is available across all Mylands finishes, including its signature Marble Matt Emulsion, Plant-Based Multi-Surface paints and Olive Stone Emulsion, allowing the colour to be used across a variety of surfaces and applications. The colour is part of Mylands’ wider dedication to sustainability. All Mylands paints are made at its London factory with natural earth pigments, are low-VOC, highly durable and equally luxurious, making both style and sustainability synonymous with every brush stroke. Dominic Myland, Mylands CEO, says,“We have seen a growing interest in Huguenot™ No.49, reflecting are newed appetite for richer, more expressive colour in interiors. Its versatility allows it to work as both a defining shade and a considered accent bringing both warmth and depth to a space. I am a firm believer that even a small touch of red can elevate most rooms.”
Huguenot™ No.49 Brushstroke
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Established in 1884, Mylands is Britain’s oldest family-owned and operated manufacturer of paints and polishes. For over 140 years and across five generations, Mylands has been perfecting the art of fine paints and wood finishes from its factory in the heart of London–expertise that was recognised with a Royal Warrant in 1985.
Today, Mylands remains the trusted choice for private homes as well as leading trade professionals across film, television, and cultural institutions. Its paints have been used to create the iconic worlds of Harry Potter, Bridgerton, James Bond and Star Wars, with its specialist finishes bringing unparalleled depth and character to the screen. Prestigious palaces and museums, including the Dulwich Picture Gallery and the National Portrait Gallery, also rely on Mylands’ rich, durable finishes to enhance historic interiors.
An industry pioneer in environmental responsibility, Mylands is one of the last remaining manufacturers to still use natural earth pigments, producing paints renowned for their exceptional colour, quality, and environmental integrity. Committed to minimising its impact on the planet, Mylands achieved Planet Mark Business Certification in 2025, reinforcing its dedication to environmental stewardship.
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