As the light softens and the nights draw in, our homes ask for something different. The crisp whites and airy neutrals of summer give way to a longing for warmth and comfort – and nothing delivers that faster than paint. At Edward Bulmer Natural Paint, autumn is one of our favourite seasons to talk about colour, when our richest, earthiest shades really come into their own. Here are six warm paint colours from our natural paint palette to help you transform your home this autumn. Flock – a deep, earthy green Flock is a wonderfully gentle starting point for an autumn palette. Deep and warm, it has the versatility to work across walls and woodwork. Use Flock when you want a room to feel calm and welcoming, allowing furniture, artwork and textiles to bring additional colour and texture. It can create a strikingly atmospheric evening room, or be used as a uniform woodwork colour across doors, architraves and skirting. It works particularly well alongside deep rusty reds, natural timber and aged fabrics. Flock Kitchen at Chatsworth. Photography: Anna Batchelor Order the Chatsworth Collection Colour Chart Wainscoat – warmth with a little more depth Wainscoat brings another layer of warmth to an autumn scheme. Edward Bulmer describes this colour as “deep brown as soft as suede, with a velvety character”, creating a rich, comfortable finish. Rather than relying on cooler neutrals, consider using a colour such as Wainscoat to create a softer backdrop. It works beautifully with traditional interiors and natural materials, and can be used to pick out architectural details as well as across larger surfaces. Wainscoat Living Room by Jessica Buckley Interiors Naples Yellow – a touch of autumn sunshine Don’t let autumn banish yellow from your palette. Naples Yellow is one of our best-loved natural paint colours – described by our own customers as “the most hopeful and happiest colour”. It brings a mellow, golden quality to a room, reminiscent of late afternoon sunlight, dried grasses and the changing landscape. It is a lovely choice for a kitchen, dining room or sitting room where you want to create warmth and optimism. Used across walls, it makes a confident statement; on a cupboard, door or piece of furniture, it can provide a smaller flash of colour. Naples Yellow Hallway by @townley_terrace Free Colour Chart – A Concertina of Colour Sang de Boeuf – rich, earthy red For a deeper interpretation of autumn colour, Sang de Boeuf brings a wonderfully rich, burnished red to the palette. This is a colour for creating atmosphere. Used in a dining room, library or snug, it can feel warm and enveloping, particularly in the evening when candlelight and lamplight draw out its depth. If a whole room of red feels too bold, use Sang de Boeuf on joinery, a fireplace or a single architectural detail. It works especially well with warm timber, aged brass and earthy yellows. Sang de Boeuf Living Room by Studio Heron Interiors Mummy – an inviting warm brown If you want warmth without committing to a bold hue, Mummy is the answer. A warm, earthy brown, it’s proof that neutral doesn’t have to mean cold or flat. Mummy pairs beautifully with our softer whites and works just as well as a wall colour as it does on woodwork, bringing warmth to hallways, bedrooms and living spaces alike. Mummy Living Room by James Mackie. Photography: James McDonald Hedge Mustard – nature’s own autumn shade Named after the wildflower found weaving through English hedgerows, Hedge Mustard brings the golden tones of the late summer countryside indoors. Created in collaboration with interior designer Octavia Dickinson, it combines rich ochre pigments with brighter orange tones to create a strong but surprisingly versatile colour. It works wonderfully as a background for artwork, antiques and natural materials such as wood, linen and wicker. Hedge Mustard Living Room by Octavia Dickinson. Photography: Boz Gagovski Creating an autumn palette that lasts These colours are not just for autumn. Each can be used throughout the year to create warm, layered interiors with plenty of character. Try combining two or three shades rather than choosing just one. Flock and Wainscoat create a rich backdrop, while Naples Yellow and Hedge Mustard add warmth. Sang de Boeuf brings depth, and Mummy provides a versatile neutral. If you need help choosing, our colour consultants can advise on combinations for your home and the natural light in your space. We also recommend ordering sample pots before making your final decision, so you can see how the colours respond to changing light throughout the day. Explore our autumn palette and find the colours that work for your home.
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Indulge your inner ‘rebel’ with colour! We are delighted to introduce you to our latest colour crush with That Rebel House, not only masters of curating artisan crafted textiles and vintage homeware but also of pairing contrasting colours effortlessly.
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How to Create a Conscious Christmas It’s that time of year where the Christmas music starts, the smells of mince pies and mulled wine lingers and Christmas tress are decorated! If you are feeling like us, we are aware that people might want to make efforts towards a conscious Christmas this year so we have put together some ideas so you can making your home, Christmas dinner and gifting more environmentally conscious as possible.
