We are a family business We are a small, family business and unlike any other paint brand our natural paints are designed, created and ‘homemade’ by leading interior designer, architectural historian and ‘colour man’, Edward Bulmer. We have a team of 22 across two locations, the Herefordshire HQ, our office is in fact in an old cow barn and the paint factory a restored Dutch barn set in beautiful rolling countryside. We also have our inspiring London showroom with a friendly team of colour experts. Like a top chef, Edward is passionate about every colour we produce, how it has been made and the raw materials we use to make it. It not only matters that the paint colours look beautiful in your home, for Edward, it matters that more that our paints do not cost the earth. 'Jonquil' and 'Brick' Sitting Room, designed by Charlotte Boundy and photography by James McDonald Brick Jonquil Spanish White Ethereal Blue Expertise in Natural Pigments Edward uses 12 natural earth and mineral pigments to design his family of colours. These create unique and authentic colours with depth and clarity and are only achievable with earth and mineral pigments. To find out more about our ingredients, which do not contain any azo dyes or nasty chemicals read more here. 'London Brown' and 'Tingry' Pantry, designed by Berdoulat Interior Design and photography by Paul Whitbread London Brown Tingry Etruscan Brown Cinnamon Environmentally Friendly Formulas We are proud to declare our natural paints contain no harmful VOCs, we believe they are the safest, healthiest and most beautiful on the market. We also have a game-changing plant-based binder, our binder is the blinder, most modern paints use acrylic binders which are in fact non renewable plastics made from oil and gas; the same fossil fuels which are the number one cause of climate change. READ MORE 'Tawny' Hallway, designed by Kate Guiness and photography by James McDonald Tawny Ethereal Blue Royal Grass Green Red Ochre Quality and Durability Natural paints from Edward Bulmer are designed to be of the highest quality and durable. Our paints are made to provide exceptional coverage, are easy to apply, wipeable and are made to last using colourfast rich earth and mineral pigments. It is significantly more breathable than modern acrylic paints and so it is perfect for lime plaster and old walls, lasts longer and is more durable than clay paint. To find out more about using our paints, click here. 'Aquatic' and 'Paris Grey' Striped Office, designed by Sarah Corbett-Winder Aquatic Paris Grey Tea Green Nicaragua We Love Colour We offer 102 natural paint colours at Edward Bulmer Natural Paint, ranging from soft pinks and neutrals to rich browns, deep greens and many more. Edward is confident that with our new seven colours we now have the most considered and comprehensive collection yet, one he is proud of and uses for his own projects. The timeless colour wheel has inspired our range of colours, that all work in tonal harmony. Edward has also created a tonal palette and recommended ceiling and woodwork pairings for each colour, you can find these under each colour in the shop on our website. If you are struggling to find the perfect shade for a tricky aspect or room, or just wish it was a little lighter then you will love our Shade Collection. These 20 exquisite colours offer you Dial Up intelligent colour in lighter shades which contain 60%, 40% and 20% of the full pigment. See all colours on our chart marked with an ‘*’ or again see the collection here. A colour chart created for you by a leading interior designer , it delivers beautiful, thoughtful colours which work harmoniously together, If you are in London come and meet our team, see the colours and Edward’s colour wheel at the Ebury Street showroom giving you a chance to visualise and experience the living finish of the colours. We are also now offering Colour Consultancy appointments in the showroom, find out more here. If you would like some colour advice; short of time or simply don’t know where to start, we offer a range of expert consultancy appointments to suit you: In home, In store or a Virtual. 'Trumpington' Hallway, designed by Rita Kong and photography by Paul Massey Trumpington Chocolate Creami Colour Drab Green Commitment to Sustainability We have a strong commitment to sustainability throughout our production process: all of our packaging is recyclable, our paint is mixed to order, resulting in less waste, and our wall paint is completely free of fossil fuel derived nasties. The manufacturing process of bio-based paint is carbon neutral and no toxic waste is produced. You can even compost leftover wall paint. ‘Our natural paint business has been built from the ground up, driven by the belief that, simply by making it differently, paint need not be polluting or unsustainable. We can play our small part in leaving a world where our children and grandchildren can thrive in balance with nature.’ Edward Bulmer. We are on a mission to change the way house paint is made with a business model which accounts for people, planet and profit in that order. We are certified B Corps, we support the Anti Greenwash Charter, see more of our award winning paints here and download our Lifting the Lid campaign and Impact report. 'Jonquil' Drawing Room, designed by Salvesen Graham and photography by Jonathan Bond Jonquil Granite Green Quaker Dutch Orange Our Paints are Safe for Children's Bedrooms and Nurseries Edward Bulmer Natural Paint are the safe and beautiful choice for decorating your children’s rooms. Part of our 102 natural paint colour range is our nursery collection. Drawing on years of experience as an interior designer, and as a father of 3 himself, and inspired by nature, Edward has created these twelve beautiful colours for children’s rooms. The collection is fun yet classic and adaptable enough to last throughout childhood. All the colours in our paint range are suitable for use in the nursery as they are free from toxic chemicals and so it is safe to sleep in the room the same day as painting. You can browse and shop the range on our website or you will find some of the colours actually now sit within the main chart, they were just too good not to share with other rooms! See Evie, Lucca and Teddy and do check out some favourite children’ rooms here. READ MORE 'Invisible Green' Kitchen, designed by Phoebe Clive and photography by Mark Anthony Fox Invisible Green Spanish White Mummy Malahide When you decide to invest in natural paint, you are making more than a colour choice, a paint choice, a fashion choice or even a lifestyle choice – you too are choosing to make a difference. Our founder Edward Bulmer has created colours which convey unrivalled depth and light, whilst protecting the planets’ finite resources by using plant-based, plastic free, natural ingredients. Using our beautiful natural paints means your walls will not give off any harmful toxins and you can go to sleep the same day as painting with its odourless finish. For more information about our paint visit our ‘Responsible Design‘ article by Edward Bulmer and our FAQ page. Watch our story here. Do order our new colour chart, including the gorgeous 7 new colours!
When you decide to invest in natural paint, you are making more than a colour choice, a paint choice, a fashion choice or even a lifestyle choice – you too are choosing to make a difference. Our founder Edward Bulmer has created colours which convey unrivalled depth and light, whilst protecting the planets’ finite resources by using plant-based, plastic free, natural ingredients. Using our beautiful natural paints means your walls will not give off any harmful toxins and you can go to sleep the same day as painting with its odourless finish. For more information about our paint visit our ‘Responsible Design‘ article by Edward Bulmer and our FAQ page. Watch our story here. Do order our new colour chart, including the gorgeous 7 new colours!
B Corp Month – We ask fellow founders about their journey, from first steps to the future March is the month dedicated to B CORP and this year the #thiswayforward. A focus on continuance and hard work after gaining your B Corp status. We have chatted 3 fellow brands striving to be better, whilst putting people and planet before profit. Celebrating what it means to be part of the community over the next month we will be sharing what it means to us, the highs, the lows and how it feels to be alongside other brands who are also taking the step to be better.
Put a spring in your step with Edward Bulmer Natural Paint There’s nothing better than the feeling of Spring. Brighter evenings, warmer days, flowers blooming, and there’s plenty of Spring inspired colours at Edward Bulmer Natural Paint to help you brighten your interiors. One of the easiest ways to refresh your home for the season is by incorporating fresh and vibrant Spring colour palettes. In this blog, we will explore five spring paint colours that will bring a sense of warmth, brightness, and renewal to your living space.
Colour Inspiration from Nature As we move into one of our favourite seasons, it seemed timely to share some wise words from editor extraordinaire, Kerryn Harper-Cuss. Kerryn loves to use our natural plant based paints in her own home and like us when she is choosing colours for s scheme she turns unequivocally to nature.
‘The Westridge Collection’, an autumnal interview with designer, colour consultant and stylist, Emma Diaz Emma Diaz speaks to us exclusively on her new range of beautifully designed, hand crafted furniture. All materials are sourced and gathered from near her Cotswold cottage and we can’t wait to find out more about the collection, where her creativity comes from and all about her colour consultancy service for Edward Bulmer Natural Paint.
How to Make the Most out of Small Spaces There is a palette of possibilities when tackling small room designs, whether you’re in a cosy apartment, a quaint cottage, or even just decorating a small downstairs loo or an attic bedroom.
What are microplastics and how can we reduce them in mainstream paints? Microplastics, microbeads and nano particles are so tiny (measuring 0.006 to 1 millimetre, but they can be up to 5mm) that they are now everywhere! We are probably all inadvertently responsible for this as it is not mandatory to be told when they are used in a product and only a small number of their uses has been outlawed. Furthermore, plastics that are dumped in soils or water are being broken down to become microplastics.
Turquoise named Colour of the Year We are thrilled to announce that our colour ‘Turquoise’ has been named Paint Colour of the Year in the Homes & Gardens Design Awards. This dreamy blue is a head turning vivid colour which lifts any room at the same time as having unrivalled depth and softness.