At Edward Bulmer Natural Paint, we believe historic homes deserve finishes that honour their past while supporting their future. Period properties are full of charm, craftsmanship, and character, and they need materials that respect these qualities rather than smother them. That’s why our natural, plant-based, and mineral-rich paints were created: to provide the beauty, breathability, and authenticity that older buildings demand. If you care about preserving your home’s heritage, here’s why choosing Edward Bulmer Natural Paint is one of the best decisions you can make. Aquatic Drawing Room by Max Rollitt. Photography: Christopher Horwood A paint that allows walls to breathe Older buildings were built to live and move. Lime plaster shifts with temperature. Solid walls manage moisture naturally. Modern plastic based paints suffocate these materials, leading to damp, mould and peeling. Our paint is fully natural and microporous. It lets your home breathe, just as its makers intended. No plastic polymers. No off-gassing. No heavy emissions lingering in the rooms that should feel fresh and alive. Your building remains healthy, and you do too. Pomona music room. In the Queen Anne home of Edward Bulmer Colours that reflect true historic pigments — created by an expert in the field At Edward Bulmer Natural Paint, colour isn’t an afterthought, it’s a discipline rooted in deep knowledge of historic interiors. Edward Bulmer is one of the UK’s leading experts in architectural colour and has spent decades studying period pigments, traditional finishes, and the way colour interacts with natural light in historic homes. Every shade in our palette has been carefully researched, reconstructed, and refined to echo the colours used throughout Britain’s architectural past. By drawing on original pigment sources, traditional recipes, conservation-grade colour references and first-hand experience working on historic interiors and stately homes. The colours Edward has created are not simply inspired by history, they are historically accurate. This expert-led approach ensures that our colours sit naturally within older spaces, enhancing their proportions, materials, and character. Whether your project involves a Georgian townhouse, a Regency villa, or a Victorian terrace, our palette provides hues that feel authentic, harmonious, and true to the building’s heritage. Lute Order a Sample Aquatic Order a Sample Pomona Order a Sample Order a free colour chart Lavender Dining Room in a Jacobean manor house Quaker Sitting Room HHC Architectural After discovering Edward Bulmer Natural Paints on one of our Grade 1 Restorations we now propose them as suppliers to all of our clients on all types of projects that we undertake. Our tradesmen find the paint itself to be of a superior quality and very easy to work with. Our clients enjoy the colour palette on offer and the sustainability of it. A finish that looks beautiful on traditional surfaces Period surfaces are rarely perfect—and that’s part of their charm. Natural paints offer a depth, softness, and luminosity that modern acrylic paints simply cannot replicate. Our finishes soften imperfections rather than highlight them. They dry to a velvety, matte surface reminiscent of traditional distempers and reflect light with a gentle, authentic glow. The result is a room that feels true, full of atmosphere and cohesive, never plastic or artificially bright. Pea Green Bathroom. Credit: Max Rollitt A sustainable choice that aligns with traditional craft values Period properties are lasting examples of craftsmanship and ecological design. They were built to endure, using materials that were local, breathable, and repairable. We follow these same principles by using responsibly sourced natural ingredients. We create products that biodegrade safely and always minimise environmental impact across production. Choosing Edward Bulmer Natural Paint means supporting sustainable restoration rather than synthetic renovation. Celadon sitting room. Credit: Carlos Garcia Lavender Order a Sample Quaker Order a Sample Pea Green Order a Sample Celadon Order a Sample Trusted by craftsmen, conservationists & historic estates Our paints are used in some of Britain’s most treasured historic buildings, as well as by interior designers and homeowners who value authenticity. These professionals choose our products because they know natural paint offers performance and aesthetics that align with heritage standards. If you want a finish worthy of your home’s history, you’re in trusted hands. Preserving a period property begins with choosing materials that respect its history—and the right paint makes all the difference. Our expert colour consultants are on hand to guide you in selecting historically accurate shades tailored to your home’s architecture and story. For ongoing inspiration, behind-the-scenes insights, and beautifully curated projects, be sure to follow us on Pinterest and Instagram.
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.
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.
Responsibility Knocks: A column for House & Garden In the first of a new series of columns, Edward Bulmer, the winner of our Responsible Design Award (sponsored by Vinterior) in 2022, lays out why we should all pay attention to responsible design and consumption, and how to become more conscious in the process
How to: painting walls Wall colour sets the tone for everything in a space. Beautiful design starts with thoughtful execution. Our helpful flow chart talks you through the painting process, ensuring your finish is clean, smooth, and aligned with your vision.
The Power of Natural Pigments: Issue 3 It’s all about the ‘not so mellow’ Chrome Yellow. Discover its provenance and find out more about selecting the perfect yellows from our range.
