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. Let’s take one of our best-selling whites, Spanish White. This is a pale, warm white and is created with a slight yellow ochre tone of natural chalk which responds to light in a way which synthetic paints cannot recreate. Whereas Pearl Colour uses hints of Prussian blue, black, ochre and even Indian red to create its beautifully radiant tone. For the delicate Rose Tinted White, a little red earth and madder root pigment (Red Oxide and Vermilion) is used to create the very subtle hint of pink. We are here to help you work out which is the best white to go with the colours you are choosing. To get you started, we’ve created a simple guide to pairing whites and colours. PINKS Jonquil and Fair White. Credit: Beauvamp Explore Jonquil Pinks can be any tone from soft and calming, like Jonquil, to strong and striking, like our Nicaragua. Whatever the tone the right white will anchor the colour and make all the difference to the feel in the finished room. Fair White and Whiting are clearer, ‘whiter’ whites, whereas Pearl Colour and Silver White have a little more pigment and tone. Fair White Order a Sample Whiting Order a Sample Silver White Order a Sample Pearl Colour Order a Sample GREENS Fine Green and Spanish White. Credit: Amy Eld Pomona and Fine White. Nicaragua Bath. Credit: Lisa Kay, Cowshed Explore Fine Green With eighteen greens to choose from, and three of them available in shades, Edward Bulmer Natural Paint loves to bring nature indoors. Softer greens, such as Eau de Nile or Celadon work well for a serene vibe, while deeper greens, such as Invisible Green or Fine Green add richness and depth. Pair the softer greens with Rose Tinted White or Spanish White for a warming glow, and Fine White or White Lead with deeper colours. Spanish White Order a Sample White Lead Order a Sample Fine White Order a Sample Rose Tinted White Order a Sample BLUES Indigo and White Lead Explore Indigo We love to bust the myth that blues make a room cold. It’s all about the ingredients in the paint, and by adding warm earth pigments, such as yellow ochre, warmth and softness will prevail. The whites we have chosen to pair with blues are all at the warmer end of the spectrum and will keep that feeling of warmth running through the entire space. White Lead Order a Sample Creami Colour Order a Sample Stone White Order a Sample Milk White Order a Sample 100 60 40 20 The Edward Bulmer array of paint hues are our recommended foundation to residential and commercial projects providing an unrivalled depth and backdrop to our interiors commissions. Moreover, the natural qualities allow rooms to ‘breathe’, particularly important to those Clients with period properties. Our go-to colours include ‘Water Glass’ for a cool contemporary feel, together with the likes of Creami Colour and Milk White for more of a traditional atmosphere. Antony Olivier-Duthie, AD of Edinburgh NEW NEUTRALS Fawn and Fair White. Credit: Beauvamp Explore Fawn From Clay to French Grey and Tawny, our natural neutral paint colours pair beautifully with timber, details and traditional architecture. Our selected colours help take the difficulty out of choosing the right colours. Add a clean and delicate finish to your walls and ceilings with our truly natural neutral shades. Pair them with any of the below whites and your home will be an oasis of peace and tranquility. Plain White Order a Sample Fair White Order a Sample Rose Tinted White Order a Sample Pearl Colour Order a Sample Look out for part two of this blog where pairing white with yellows, browns, reds and greys will be explored. Because our colours are only made from twelve pigments, all combinations will look beautiful, it’s simply a matter of taste. We love to help our customers with their colour conundrums, so if you need any help, our colour consultants are always on hand to help.
A Winter Warmer: WIN with Classic Cottages and Edward Bulmer Natural Paint As it gets a little colder, this is your chance to win a cosy stay at one of Classic Cottages many beautiful countryside homes, plus the chance to decorate your own in our tonal palette, taking a little slice of Classic Cottages home with you!
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.
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.
Through the Keyhole – House & Garden Festival 2018 Our decorated space at this year’s House & Garden Festival was all about collaboration. Edward’s idea for the decorated space was to link old and new, at the physical juxtaposition between the Interiors Art & Antiques Fair and the House & Garden Festival.
Kitchen Colourways with Emma Diaz and Jim Lawrence Jim Lawrence has created a superior collection of hand crafted home furnishings including lighting, curtain poles and more, in the most exquisite finishes. We played a small part in their collaboration on finding the perfect finish for your Kitchen, with our colour consultant Emma Diaz.
Why the design world needs to cut its carbon footprint The industrial revolution, or what you might call ‘the dawn of commercial design’ relied on the use of a new energy source – fossil fuels. From coal, to coal tar, to crude oil, to natural gas, their use began to alter the dynamic and the planet increasingly had to store the resultant carbon emissions in the atmosphere rather than in its vegetation, soils and oceans.
