As spring edges toward early summer and brighter days become more frequent, there’s something quietly powerful about the colour white taking centre stage, reflecting the season’s light and sense of renewal. For interior designers and homeowners, white has long been a go-to for painting walls. But as anyone who’s stood in front of a wall of swatches knows, not all whites are created equal. Our paints are renowned for their natural ingredients and they are added to our whites to create an enticing palette of varying tones. Take Milk White, a creamy, mellow tone that brings warmth without yellowing, Fair White, a soft, clean white that pairs beautifully with natural light and traditional interiors or Rose Tinted White, that has hints of red oxide and vermillion, creating a white with the subtlest hint of pink. Everywhere White from our Chatsworth Collection has warm grey undertones creating a versatile off white shade. Each shade is crafted with plant-based ingredients and natural pigments, giving depth and character that synthetic paints can’t recreate. Every colour tells a different story—and choosing the right one for your space is as much about emotion as it is about aesthetics. Milk White looks warm and welcoming in both this kitchen by Beauvamp, paired with Fawn on the woodwork, and in Edward’s study where he has drenched the room from top to toe. Everywhere White enhances the mouldings and brings calm to this high ceilinged room at Chatsworth. Order our Natural Paint Colour Chart Milk White. Credit: Edward Bulmer's home. Milk White and Fawn. Credit: Beauvamp Everywhere White. The Chatsworth Collection. Photo credit: Anna Batchelor Stylist Amy Bannerman met with our colour consultants to redecorate the master bedroom in her coastal home. The wall colour decided on was Portland. The history is in the name, a colour linked to Portland Stone, it uses earth and ore pigments to create a grown up neutral. Paired here with Clove on the mantelpiece and Invisible Green on the door for some added fun. Portland, Invisible Green and Clove. Credit: Amy Bannerman, photography: Euan Baker Milk White Order a Sample New Everywhere White Order a Sample Portland Order a Sample Clove Order a Sample Invisible Green Order a Sample Rose Tinted White’s subtlest hint of pink lends a gentle glow at sunrise and sunset, and can be used across all rooms in the house. It is very popular in bedrooms and bathrooms and offers warmth to an East facing room. Illustrated below is how great it can look in a kitchen and sitting room. Rose Tinted, Paris Grey Invisible Green. Credit: Katie Wilkinson, Sean Begley Rose Tinted White. Credit: Carlos Garcia Interiors Tessa Pound At last we found the perfect off white for our bedroom which we both love. Neither too pink nor too white Rose Tinted White goes perfectly with the rest of our decor. The paint was lovely, went on so easily with only two coats Painting your entire home in white might seem like a dream, or maybe too daunting. But in truth, it’s an expressive, thoughtful decision. Choosing white throughout allows each room to breathe, while offering a cohesive experience when moving from space to space. The images of a home in Silver White below illustrate how calming and seamless it can make a home feel. This tone gives off the subtlest hints of grey white, softening the overall tone to avoid starkness. Canova, from the Chatsworth Collection is a fresh white and another option to pick for a room that is predominantly or purely white. It also works with light to mid wall colours as seen below. Canova. Credit: The Chatsworth Collection Silver White. Credit: Hop Kiln Silver White. Credit: Hop Kiln If you are looking for a warmer white, try Chatsworth Cream, a creamy tone that includes a warm blend of earth pigments. Such a classic creamy colour suits every home, from cottages and castles to barn conversions, it is a truly timeless neutral. If you want to pair our whites and colours, be inspired by our two journals devoted to helping you with your tonal choices: Pairing natural colours and whites part one and part two. Chatsworth Cream. The Chatsworth Collection. Rose Tinted White Order a Sample Silver White Order a Sample New Canova Order a Sample New Chatsworth Cream Order a Sample Order The Chatsworth Collection Colour Chart White has always been a classic choice, but when you root it in natural materials and pigments, it becomes much more than just a background colour, our natural whites breathe. They evolve with light, age with grace, and create spaces that feel open, calm, and connected to the earth. For help with which white is right for you, get in touch with our colour consultants who will be happy to help. As the season shifts and homes fill with softer, longer light, embrace the understated elegance of white. Create a space that feels airy and restorative, the perfect setting for both everyday moments and quiet pauses.
Behind The Chatsworth Collection: 24 Exquisite New Paint Colours Learn the story behind The Chatsworth Collection, a range of 24 new paint colours inspired by the interiors, heritage, and landscapes of one of this country’s most significant country houses.
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 Van Gogh House Revived Livia Lang and her family have brought a piece of London history back to life with their restoration and conservation of the Van Gogh House in Stockwell, South London. At the age of 20, Vincent Van Gogh settled in this Grade II listed building between the years of 1873 to 1874. This was his first time living and working in a new country and his first foray into a foreign culture.
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How to paint furniture with natural paint Painting furniture is a great way to give an old piece a fresh new look, and it’s often easier than people think. To help, we’ve created a handy Furniture Painting Flow Chart that walks you through the process step by step.
Colour is King: Edward Bulmer’s first interior design book In his very first book published by Rizzoli, The Colourful past: Edward Bulmer and the English Country House, Edward takes readers through the keyhole into his most memorable work in some of Britain’s finest buildings, including: Althorp, Princess Diana’s childhood home, the Prime Minister’s official country residence, Chequers, Goodwood and Pitshill House, as well as his own Queen Anne House in Herefordshire.
