From soft, delicate greens to rich, earthy shades, green paint colours have long been a favourite in interiors. Their connection to the natural world makes them particularly versatile, whether used in a traditional drawing room, contemporary kitchen or characterful hallway. At Edward Bulmer Natural Paint, our greens are created using carefully selected earth and mineral pigments, drawing on Edward’s extensive knowledge of historic colour and architectural decoration. Here, we explore five timeless green paint colours and how to use them throughout your home. Five of our favourite green paint colours Invisible Green: a vibrant, historic green Originally used to help gates, railings and other garden features blend into the landscape, Invisible Green has a fascinating history. Despite its name, this is a bold, vibrant grass green that brings energy and character to an interior. It works beautifully in kitchens, sitting rooms and spaces overlooking the garden, creating a connection between the colours inside and out. For a stronger statement, use it across walls and woodwork, or introduce it through cabinetry alongside a softer neutral. Invisible Green playroom by Sarah Brown x Monday Club. Photography: Anna Batchelor Eau de Nile: a soft, pale green Eau de Nile is a delicate, greyish pale green with subtle warmth, offering a gentler approach to decorating with green. Its understated character makes it particularly suitable for bedrooms, bathrooms and sitting rooms, where it provides colour without overwhelming the space. Pair it with natural timber, pale stone and softly pigmented whites for a balanced scheme. Eau de Nile bathroom at Court of Noke. Photography: Paul Whitbread Drab Green: a rich, earthy green Drab Green is a wonderfully earthy shade with an olive character, bringing richness to traditional and contemporary interiors alike. Edward describes it as a colour for really grown-up rooms, and it is particularly effective in studies, dining rooms and sitting rooms, where its depth creates a welcoming atmosphere. It also works beautifully on wood panelling, especially when carried across doors and architectural details for a more enveloping effect. Drab Green bedroom at Court of Noke. Light Olive Green: a versatile olive green Light Olive Green is a robust, earthy green that works particularly well on woodwork and cabinetry, as well as walls. Its natural character makes it a lovely choice for kitchens and living spaces, complementing timber, stone and other traditional materials. It can also be used on suitable exterior surfaces, making it a useful colour for creating continuity between indoor and outdoor spaces. Light Olive Green by Lorfords. Photography: Paul Whitbread Celadon: a delicate, pale green Inspired by the soft green of historic ceramic glazes, Celadon is a pale, delicate green with a subtle mineral character. It brings freshness to a room without the starkness of a conventional white, making it particularly effective in sitting rooms, bedrooms and spaces filled with natural light. Celadon provides a beautiful backdrop for antique furniture, gilt frames and pale timber, allowing the textures and details of a room to take centre stage. Celadon by Amy Eld. Photography: Cathy Pyle How to choose the right green paint colour Green is an exceptionally versatile colour, but different shades can create very different effects. Pale greens, such as Eau de Nile and Celadon, are ideal when you want a gentle introduction to colour. They work particularly well alongside natural materials and softer whites. Earthy and olive greens, including Drab Green and Light Olive Green, bring a richer, more grounded character to interiors. They are particularly effective in rooms with timber furniture, traditional joinery and architectural detail. Brighter greens, such as Invisible Green, offer a more expressive approach, bringing energy to walls, cabinetry and woodwork. Natural light will also influence how a green appears. Always consider the direction your room faces and how the colour changes throughout the day before making your final choice. For more advice, read our guide to how natural light affects paint colour. Invisible Green Order a Sample Eau de Nile Order a Sample Drab Green Order a Sample Light Olive Green Order a Sample Celadon Order a Sample What colours go with green paint? One of the pleasures of decorating with green is how easily it combines with other colours and materials. Warm whites and neutrals provide a gentle contrast, allowing the green to remain the focus without creating a stark division between surfaces. Pinks and earthy reds can be particularly effective alongside green, drawing on colour combinations often found in gardens and natural landscapes. Yellows and ochres offer another complementary approach, bringing warmth to both pale and deeper greens. Green also works beautifully with natural timber, limestone, antique brass and patterned fabrics, making it a particularly adaptable choice for interiors that combine different periods and styles. Granite Green and Milk White bathroom by Strawtop Cottages Fine Green and Passageway Pink at our London Townhouse Drab Green boot room with Butterball doorway by Strawtop Cottages Explore our natural green paint colours These five shades are just a small selection of the greens in the Edward Bulmer Natural Paint palette. Whether you’re looking for a soft green for a bedroom, an earthy olive for a sitting room or a vibrant green for kitchen cabinetry, explore our green paint colours to find the right shade for your home. Order A5 colour swatches or sample pots to compare your favourites in different light, or speak to our Colour Consultants for help developing a colour scheme. You can also discover the story behind Verdigris, another distinctive green with a fascinating history.
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Celebrating the World of Fine Art, Antiques and Design: The British Antiques Dealers’ Association – BADA Week 2021 This week is the British Antiques Dealers’ Association Week 2021, which is running until the 17th of October. BADA Week is a nation-wide series of events to celebrate the diverse and outstanding community the BADA represents. To highlight the benefit of visiting their members’ galleries, exhibition spaces, collections and specialities in person with an exciting offering of events both in person and online.
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