Cosy is not a season, it’s a feeling. It’s that warm, calm comfort you get from a space that feels inviting, whether it’s a grey weekday, a late evening, or a slow Sunday at home.

With a little help from COAT Paints, you can turn your home into a sanctuary in no time. It starts with colour, then comes texture, contrast and a few considered finishing touches. You’ve got this 👊

It Starts With Colour

Cosy paint colours tend to take cues from nature. Think earthy greens, warm browns and rich neutrals that make a room feel grounded. We’ve got all those pigment-rich tones covered, from grubby green Darlington to deep brown Gumption and greige Debate Club. These shades are spot on when you want a living room to feel cocooning, a bedroom to feel restful, or a hallway to feel welcoming the second you walk in.

All the cosy vibes in @joeykendalbrown's home as she pairs Darlington with Pampas in her living room.

If lighter neutrals are more your thing, you can still make a space feel warm. Shades like Well Grounded or a pale taupe like Good Intentions create a soft, soothing backdrop. They work beautifully in rooms with lower light and look extra cosy when you layer in textured fabrics and a few characterful accessories.

Keeping the backdrop neutral also gives you freedom. You can add colour through cushions, artwork and objects, then switch things up whenever you fancy. Pair with natural woods and plenty of greenery for a warm and uplifting vibe 🌿

If neutrals are your thing, why not try Duvet Day, paired with rich rust tones like @beckacutlerdesign has done in her living room.

Our taupe Sunday Soul is warm and welcoming, a bit like a comforting hug, and it’s the perfect foil for a green velvet sofa or dark wood furniture. Warm off-white Pampas is also cosy but calm, and looks gorgeous with textured neutrals and rust accents for a harmonious scheme.

Want a shortcut to cosy shades? Start with our Autumn Edit. The colours work year-round, whatever the weather is doing outside.

Greens deserve a special mention. They bring a soothing, restorative feel to a space and pair beautifully with warm woods and soft neutrals. Read more about choosing the right green in Glorious Greens And How to Use Them 💚

Debate Club works well with reddish woods, which @matt_t_porter has incorporated into his bedroom design.

Layer Up texture

Texture is the secret ingredient for a cosy home. It adds warmth, depth and that lived-in comfort we all want. Start from the ground up with a statement rug. Our current fave is this Moroccan-style Moussem runner, which is 100% wool and super fluffy 🐑. If you’re after woven jute, this scalloped one from La Redoute adds instant warmth and softness underfoot.

Feeling inspired? Grab some of our Peel & Stick paint samples to try colours at home 🙌

Throws are another easy win. Drape one over the sofa for warmth and that “come sit down” feeling. Faux sheepskin, lambswool and cable knit are classic choices. This Ferm Living tapestry blanket is a surefire way to add a layer of subtle, bobbly loveliness.

It’s all about texture, and @danlovattdesign knows just how to do it.

Wooden cladding is another cosy-maker. Tongue and groove up to dado height is timeless and can be painted in a contrasting shade for a colour block effect. Natural wood finishes also work brilliantly for warmth and a modern update, whether that’s horizontal planks or slatted vertical strips.

Furniture and flowers make the difference. Take inspo from Dan and his beautiful sideboard against the Cold Brew painted wall.

You can also shift the feel of a room with furniture. A vintage-inspired drinks trolley or sideboard brings instant character. We love the Flute Marble Drinks Cabinet from Atkin and Thyme with its marble top and dark, reeded doors. For extra texture in the bedroom, it’s hard to beat woven rattan like the Adèle Headboard from Tikamoon, or something soft and tactile like this Bouclé Armchair from Zara Home.

If in Doubt, Accessorise!

Once the bigger pieces are in place, accessories are what make a space feel personal. Think baskets, trays, ceramics, books, candles and artwork that add warmth and a bit of story.

Natural materials such as rattan, bamboo and wicker always bring a cosy, relaxed feel. Nkuku have lovely seagrass baskets that look great by the sofa or fireplace, and Graham and Green’s wicker tray is an easy way to add texture to a coffee table or sideboard.

@thehomerebel uses plenty of natural materials in her space. Neutrals upon neutrals, layer up.

We can’t get enough of sculptural vases. We particularly like H&M Home’s large ceramic vase in light beige with its curved ripples, and the fluted glass vase. Fill them with dried grasses or faux stems to add height and softness. Abigail Ahern stocks brilliant faux botanicals, and you can’t go wrong with the Melaleuca Purples or Catkin Cream, sold as single stems.

If you like the idea of bringing a little nature indoors, a simple wreath, bundle of dried flowers, or a few seasonal stems can be an easy way to add warmth and character without overthinking it.

Whatever time of year it is, the cosiest homes usually share the same ingredients. Warm, grounding colour. Layers of texture. Natural materials. And soft lighting that makes the room feel welcoming once the sun goes down.

Take inspo from @joeykendalbrown and her dried flowers and wreath moment in the hallway.

So, to recap, here are our…

3 Tips For A Cosier Home

1) Choose warm, grounding colour – Earthy shades inspired by nature help a space feel cocooning and calm

2) Bring in texture – Layer rattan, wood, wool, bouclé, linen and ceramics for depth

3) Layer the details – Rugs, throws, cushions and soft lighting make the room feel lived-in

And as we always say, it starts with a sample. Grab yours now. ✌