Painting furniture is a great way to give an old piece a fresh new look, and it’s often easier than people think. Whether you’re updating a charity shop find or refreshing something already in your home, our beautiful, pigment rich, natural paint can make all the difference. That said, knowing where to start can be a sticking point that means you are putting it off. Do you need to sand? Prime? Seal? Every piece of furniture is a little different, and the steps can vary depending on the surface and the finish you’re going for. To help, we’ve created a handy Furniture Painting Flow Chart that walks you through the process step by step. It takes the guesswork out of the prep, painting, and finishing stages so you can get the best results without second-guessing. How to decide what colour to choose? The best inspiration can be to look at other people’s work. We particularly love this stunning chest of drawers painted in Invisible Green by Sarah Gordon Studio Ltd. The walls of the master bedroom are painted in Tawny, a fabulous combination. If you’re feeling creative, take a look at our colours and get started with something small, for inspiration look at Emma Diaz‘s mini side table with pretty waved edges featuring our popular plaster pink, Jonquil. Painting furniture is a satisfying, sustainable way to refresh your space—and with the right tools and guidance, it’s completely doable. Invisible Green and Tawny. Design by Sarah Gordon Studio Ltd. Photography credit: Snook Photography Invisible Green and Tawny. Design by Sarah Gordon Studio Ltd. Photography credit: Snook Photography Bookcase by Emma Diaz. Painted in Olympian Green Mini table by Emma Diaz. Painted in Jonquil Invisible Green Order a Sample Tawny Order a Sample 100 60 40 20 Olympian Green Order a Sample Jonquil Order a Sample 100 60 40 20 Why Use Natural Paint? Our natural paints are better for the environment as they are made with earth and mineral pigments and a ground-breaking plant based binder. Free from harsh chemicals, our paints are made with carefully sourced ingredients—ideal for homes with children, pets, or anyone sensitive to synthetic paints…and well, everybody really! Plus, they offer beautiful, long-lasting finishes in a range of timeless colours all made from beautiful, natural, colour rich pigments as illustrated by these stunning colours, Brick and Azurite. Brick cupboard Azurite bathroom cabinet Brick Order a Sample Azurite Order a Sample Some other tips for Painting Furniture Here are a few general pointers to get you started: Prepare the area before you start. Make sure the furniture is sitting on a dust sheet protecting your floor. Clean the surface well. Dust, grease and dirt can affect how the paint sticks. Test a small area first. This is especially useful if you’re not sure what kind of finish or coating is already on the furniture. Remember… when you’ve finished, avoid the temptation to use it immediately. Sit back, admire your handiwork and allow the paint to cure fully for 7 days. Cupboard painted in Silver White. Walls in Garter Blue Celadon @claudiainteriors. Photography by @mattclayphoto Silver White Order a Sample Garter Blue Order a Sample Celadon Order a Sample 100 60 40 20 Don’t forget to tag us in your photos on Instagram. We love seeing how you use our paints to bring old pieces back to life. If you are keen to start and want to discuss colours or need any other advice, our team are here to help and are keen to hear from you. For more detailed information on our paints and how to use them, click on the buttons to read the technical sheets. Water Based Eggshell Technical Sheet Water Based Gloss Technical Sheet
In Celebration of Cuisse de Nymphe Emue Cuisse de Nymphe Emue is our bestselling dusky pink. A colour created by Edward Bulmer after visiting Petworth House and seeing a similar hue in the family rooms, he knew that it was a colour that would be popular and he was right! We believe its popularity is due to its warm tones and versatility. Explore the joy of this perfect pink.
Discover the new ‘Forever Favourites Collection’ Create a scheme from one room to your whole house with soft colours that work together effortlessly ensuring tonal flow and harmony. Our 12 best loved shades together in one pack. Discover the power of natural paint today.
The Power of Natural Pigments: Issue 1 Pigments make the colour; the better the pigment, the better the colour!
Wicklewood x Edward Bulmer Natural Paint Colour Guide In the first edition, five cult paint colours – from the softest pink to vibrant green – with top expert tips on how to style them in your own home. All you need to do is sign up to our Colour Club to reserve and receive your FREE beautiful first issue.
Step into ‘The Cutting Garden’: A floriferous collaboration with Thyme & Bertioli “To fill the house with freshly cut flowers must be one of life’s greatest joys” The inspiration behind the collection is all about bringing the outside in with a focus on the English CHouse aesthetic. A focus on nature, pairs perfectly with our plant-based paints. interior design
Pairing our natural colours and whites: Part One Whites are more complex than they seem. Don’t be deceived, white is definitely not just white. It all depends what ingredients are used in the creation process. At Edward Bulmer Natural Paint we have 20 different whites to choose from , all lovingly created by hand in our factory barn in Herefordshire by Edward Bulmer.
