Forever Favourites: 12 of our best-loved paint colours

Some colours become firm favourites for a reason. Whether it’s a versatile neutral that works beautifully throughout the home or a distinctive shade that transforms a room, there are certain colours we find ourselves returning to again and again.

Our Forever Favourites Collection brings together 12 of Edward Bulmer Natural Paint’s best-loved colours, from delicate pinks and earthy neutrals to rich reds, greens and blues.

Each colour is made using our carefully selected earth and mineral pigments, creating a palette that feels equally at home in traditional and contemporary interiors.

We’ve brought the collection together in a set of 12 hand-painted A5 colour cards, making it easier to explore the palette, compare shades and discover new favourites.

Lilac Pink

Neither quite lilac nor pink, Lilac Pink is a delicate, versatile shade that changes subtly with the light.

A wonderful choice for hallways, bedrooms and sitting rooms, it brings a gentle touch of colour without feeling overpowering. At Court of Noke, the Herefordshire home of Edward and Emma Bulmer, Lilac Pink demonstrates how beautifully this shade works in a traditional setting.

Jonquil

Jonquil is a soft, plaster-like pink with a gentle yellow undertone, making it one of our most versatile and popular colours.

Equally suited to period homes and contemporary interiors, it works beautifully in kitchens, bedrooms, bathrooms and on painted furniture.

Jonquil is also available in our Shade Collection, with 60%, 40% and 20% pigment-strength variations for those looking to create a tonal scheme.

Clove

An earthy neutral with a subtle red oxide undertone, Clove sits somewhere between beige, brown and pink.

Its character changes depending on the surrounding light and materials, making it a particularly versatile choice for kitchens, bedrooms and living spaces.

Clove works beautifully alongside natural wood, stone and linen, and is an excellent option for those looking for a neutral with a little more colour.

Lute

A rich, golden yellow with earthy red and yellow pigmentation, Lute is a wonderfully expressive colour with historic appeal.

Particularly well suited to Georgian interiors, it also works beautifully in north-facing rooms, where its golden tones can help balance cooler natural light.

For a more immersive scheme, consider using Lute across walls and woodwork. It is also available in our Shade Collection.

Trumpington

Trumpington is a rich, earthy tobacco shade that creates a distinctive backdrop for both traditional and contemporary interiors.

Its golden-brown character makes it particularly effective in sitting rooms, bedrooms and hallways, where it can be paired with natural materials and contrasting lighter colours.

Trumpington also responds beautifully to changing light, making it an interesting choice for rooms used throughout the day.

Sang de Boeuf

Made using red oxide and yellow ochre pigments, Sang de Boeuf is a deep, brownish red with a wonderfully earthy character.

Named after the French term for oxblood, it is a striking choice for dining rooms, snugs and other spaces where a stronger colour can create a more intimate atmosphere.

Pair it with soft neutrals or embrace its richness across walls and woodwork for a dramatic, enveloping scheme.

Invisible Green

Despite its name, Invisible Green is one of the most distinctive greens in our collection.

Rich and vibrant, it works beautifully in sitting rooms, bathrooms and playrooms, as well as on kitchen cabinetry, bookshelves and painted furniture.

Its connection to the natural world makes it a wonderful choice for bringing greenery into the home, particularly when paired with earthy materials and contrasting colours.

Portland

Inspired by the pale, stony tones of Portland stone, Portland is a versatile neutral that works across a wide range of interiors.

With a little more presence than a conventional off-white, it provides an excellent backdrop for artwork, furniture and architectural details.

Portland also pairs beautifully with stronger colours, making it a useful starting point for a balanced scheme.

Spanish White

Spanish White is a soft, warm white with a touch of yellow ochre, reminiscent of traditional Mediterranean whitewashed buildings.

One of our most popular choices for ceilings and woodwork, it complements a wide range of colours, from earthy reds and greens to softer pinks and neutrals.

It is particularly effective in south-facing rooms, where its gentle warmth sits comfortably alongside abundant natural light.

Milk White

Milk White is a warm, versatile off-white, created using yellow ochre and a hint of black pigment.

A wonderful choice for both period and contemporary homes, it offers a softer alternative to brilliant white and works particularly well in north-facing rooms.

Milk White is also available in our Shade Collection, allowing you to explore lighter variations of this much-loved neutral.

Eau de Nile

Eau de Nile is a delicate, elusive colour with subtle green-grey undertones.

Created using yellow ochre and black pigments, it offers a gentle alternative to conventional neutrals and works beautifully in bedrooms, sitting rooms and other spaces where a softer colour is desired.

Particularly suited to east-facing rooms, Eau de Nile is also available in our Shade Collection.

Ethereal Blue

Neither distinctly blue nor green, Ethereal Blue is a subtle, elusive shade with gentle grey undertones.

Based on Prussian blue, with a colour name dating back to the early 19th century, it changes beautifully with the surrounding light and colours. Its understated character makes it an excellent backdrop for artwork, while it also works wonderfully on woodwork and trim alongside both lighter and deeper shades.

Discover your Forever Favourites

Whether you’re planning a complete room transformation or simply exploring new colour combinations, our Forever Favourites Collection is a wonderful place to begin.

The collection brings together some of our most popular shades in a set of 12 hand-painted A5 colour cards, allowing you to compare colours in your own home and see how they respond to changing natural light.

Explore our bestselling colours or visit our London showroom for more colour inspiration and advice.