Ways to use M·A·C Black 40 in your home
We have teamed up with M·A·C to celebrate the colour black, showcasing how it is the ultimate colour for self-expression and one that no one should hesitate to experiment with.
In honour of M·A·C's 40th anniversary and inspired by their iconic branding, we've crafted M·A·C Black 40. This rich, matt jet black is our deepest black yet. Whether you're a maximalist looking to drench a room in black for a serene retreat or a minimalist seeking subtle accents to highlight architectural features, M·A·C Black 40 offers endless possibilities.
“M·A·C black 40 is the colour that everyone can have in their homes. It’s the most versatile colour: it adds dimension and contrast to any room, and will effortlessly accent your furniture and decor, whatever your style.”
Tash Bradley, Director of Interior Design & Colour Psychologist
M·A·C Black 40 is more than just a paint colour; it's a canvas for creativity. Its rich, matt finish adds dimension and contrast to any room, effortlessly complementing your furniture and décor, regardless of your aesthetic preferences. With only black undertones that create different atmospheres depending on how it's styled, M·A·C Black 40 can either cocoon a space in calmness when used to colour drench, or create striking contrasts when used on accents.
How to style M·A·C Black 40 in your home
Maximalist Bliss
Embrace tranquillity by drenching your space entirely in black. This method involves painting your walls, woodwork, radiators and other accents in the same colour. This will soften edges, absorb shadows, and inject rooms with a welcoming tension that enhances their personality. Seeing one, uninterrupted colour is easier for the eye to interpret, rather than harsh contrasting colours which has a calming effect. This method works well in a room that lacks natural sunlight like a North facing room, or a small, windowless bathroom for example.
Minimalist Accents
Highlight architectural details or elevate furniture pieces with M·A·C Black 40 accents. Whether it's a hallway's skirting board, a living room's fireplace, or an upcycled piece of furniture, these touches add depth without darkening the overall space. In fact, when paired with lighter colours, the black will add contrast, making other colours feel lighter and brighter, creating a more open and airy effect.
Half & Half
You can visually expand smaller spaces by dividing walls into contrasting halves— painting black on the lower portion to ground and white above to uplift. This technique maximises space while creating an optically striking monochrome effect, without making the room feel too dark. Alternatively black above white will make a room feel smaller, cosier and more compact, which is great in a large bedroom. A top tip for this style is to paint everything below the line in the same colour- walls, radiators, skirting boards and so on, to create the desired effect. Try pairing the black with a beige or taupe rather than white for a softer contrast.
Get Creative
Experiment with patterns like vertical stripes or abstract shapes to elongate and enliven spaces. Black pairs seamlessly with any colour palette, allowing for playful combinations that reflect your personal style. Why not experiment with black and white patterns on your walls and block colour furniture or vice versa.
Colour pairings for M·A·C Black 40
The beauty of black is that it can be paired with most colours to create harmonious or contrasting moods. We recommend pairing M·A·C Black 40 with Pink 01, Taupe 03, Beige 02 and Green 05. For a complimentary white, try White 02 for a high-contrast monochromatic look or White 05 for a softer feel.
For minimalists and maximalists alike, M·A·C Black 40 is the one colour that fits all.