Dark colours have broken free from their historical confines, no longer relegated to niche styles or reserved solely for accent walls. Designers are harnessing the potential of deep, saturated tones to create environments that exude nuance and elegance. The use of darker hues transcends mere colour choice; it is a bold statement, a testament to sophistication that transforms spaces into havens of refined allure and captivating intrigue. The recent resurgence of interest in daring, darker shades challenges the longstanding notion that lighter tones are the sole purveyors of spaciousness. If you’re considering embracing deeper tones this winter, explore the art of achieving a harmonious balance, crafting spaces that are both cosy, luxurious, and inviting. Greens Deep and strong greens such as ‘Fine Green’ and ‘Brunswick Green Deep’ will both bring sophistication and welcome into any room, and will not overpower your artwork and decor. 'Fine Green' Dining Room 'Fine Green' Dining Room, designed by Birdie Fortescue and photography by Boz Gagovski Fine Green Navy Blue Pompadour Wainscoat 'Brunswick Green Deep' Sitting Room 'Brunswick Green Deep' Sitting-Room, designed by @thebighouseonthehill and photography by Freya Hewellyn Brunswick Green Deep Vert de Mer Indigo Red Ochre Blues Dark blue, with its rich and deep tones, introduces a sense of drama and sophistication that lighter hues often struggle to achieve. It is a colour that transcends trends, creating a timeless appeal that resonates with both traditional and contemporary design sensibilities. Our deep hues ‘Saxony’ and ‘Tingry’ have the power to transform the mood of a space. Embrace their cosy warmth in bedrooms, where it can create an intimate and restful atmosphere. Alternatively, employ it in living areas to add depth and sophistication. 'Saxony' Bedroom and Sitting Room 'Saxony' Bedroom, designed by Max Rollit and photography by Ed Rollit 'Saxony' Sitting Room, designed by Birdie Fortescue and photography by Boz Gagovski Saxony Indigo Fine Green Mummy 'Tingry' and 'London Brown' Pantry 'Tingry' and 'London Brown' Pantry, designed by Berdoulat and photography by Paul Whitbread Tingry London Brown Fawn Lead Colour Purples Deep purple, with its opulent and regal undertones, brings a level of richness and depth that few colours can match. It radiates a sense of luxury and sophistication, making it an ideal choice for those looking to make a statement that goes beyond conventional colour palettes. ‘Tyrian is a colour that relied on advances in paint chemistry only 150 years though, to take it being from the preserve of the wealthy to being within reach for a wider populous as it is made from expensive pigments. Ours is nuanced with earth pigment as well as the blue and red it ultimately relies on to make it ‘sharey not scary’ – a colour that can work in a modern apartment just as well as the great country house.” Edward Bulmer, founder 'Tyrian' Hallway and Gallery 'Tyrian' Hallway, at Brunswick House 'Tyrian' walls at the Dickinson Gallery Tyrian Nicaragua Flaxen Grey Wainscoat Browns Brown paint stands as a timeless and versatile option to infuse living spaces with warmth and elegance. Its neutral foundation allows for endless possibilities in design, making it a reliable choice for both classic and contemporary interiors. Our ‘London Brown’ introduces a warm and inviting ambiance to any room. Its versatility allows it to seamlessly blend with various design styles, making it a go-to choice for those seeking a classic and enduring colour palette. 'London Brown' Drawing Room and Bathroom 'London Brown' Drawing Room, designed by Edward Bulmer and Lorfords Antiques 'London Brown' Bathroom, designed by Stephanie Savvides-Howell London Brown Malahide Light Olive Green Cuisse de Nymphe Emue Our founder Edward Bulmer has created colours which convey unrivalled depth and light, whilst protecting the planets’ finite resources by using plant-based, natural earth and mineral 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. To find out what eco-friendly traditions Edward and the family follow at home read more here. Whether you choose to embrace the timeless allure of darker hues or prefer the familiarity of lighter tones for more room inspiration head over to our gallery, blog and social media pages. If you would like more help on choosing and using colours, take a look at our colour consultancy – whether time poor or spending too much on sample pots, we can do all the hard work for you.
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.
7 reasons to invest in Edward Bulmer Natural Paint 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. Read more to discover why you should invest in Edward Bulmer Natural Paint!
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.
Our Guide to ‘Eco-Friendly’ Paint With a multitude of sins being hidden behind that ‘eco-friendly’ label we have done our own guide to ‘eco-friendly’ paint, which will hopefully help you navigate the greenwashing and know what to look out for, how to decide if something is really as ec0-conscious as it says and unpacking some commonly used ‘eco’ credentials.
Interior ICONS: Laura Fantacci Laura Fantacci, fashion editor and co founder of Wardrobe ICONS, is a modern day muse to many. Laura set up WardrobeICONS with her best friend and fellow fashion editor Petro Strofberg, inspiring inboxes across the globe with timeless fashion, beauty and lifestyle pieces.
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.
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.