A Comprehensive Guide to Choosing the Right Paint Finish
Selecting the right paint finish can significantly impact the overall look and feel of a room. With plenty of options available, understanding the characteristics of each paint finish is vital in achieving your desired aesthetic. In the following post, we’ll help clarify paint finishes and guide you toward choosing the perfect formulation for your home. […]
Achieving a Timeless Look with Neutral Paints
In the world of interior design, trends come and go, but there’s a timeless aesthetic that transcends passing fads. Neutral paints, with their understated elegance and versatility, hold the key to creating spaces that exude sophistication and grace. The timelessness of neutrals: Neutral tones, such as soft whites, warm beiges, gentle greys, and earthy tones, […]
Five Creative Ways to Use Bold Colours in Small Spaces
Decorating small spaces can be a challenging endeavour, particularly when it comes to incorporating bold colours. While many people tend to believe that small spaces should stick to neutral walls, more vibrant hues can actually enhance—rather than overwhelm—a compact area. Here are ten creative ways to incorporate brighter, bolder shades into small spaces to transform […]
Five Paint Trends We’ll Be Trying in 2024
With 2024 upon us, the world of interior design is buzzing with anticipation for the new trends that will define our spaces. Among the most transformative elements in any decorator’s toolkit is paint. This year, we’re seeing a shift towards innovative uses of colour, texture, and technique that guarantee to breathe new life into our […]
Mixing and Matching: Combining paint colours like a pro
Combining paint colours like a professional in your home can transform ordinary rooms into extraordinary spaces of style. The art of colour combining is not just about choosing shades that you love; it’s about understanding the relationships between colours, the mood you want to create within your home, and how the colours you choose interact […]
Warming up interiors with earthy tones
With winter here, the desire to create a warm and inviting home becomes more pronounced. One way to achieve this is through the use of earthy tones in interior design. Warm, rich colours can help transform your space into a cosy retreat. These shades are known for their ability to create a feeling of comfort. […]
Ski lodge chic: Mountain-inspired winter interiors
Now that the winter season is upon us, our thoughts often turn to cosy mountain retreats. Ski lodges and mountain homes have a unique aesthetic, one that perfectly encapsulates the essence of winter comfort. Whether you’re fortunate enough to own a mountain getaway or simply want to bring a touch of this style to your […]
The ultimate guide to painting wood and metal (and more)!
If you’re gearing up to paint your doors, skirting boards, banisters, railings or window frames but your head is in a spin over what paint to use; whether to use a primer; if wood needs sanding or not; what the difference is between satin and eggshell; and what even is an undercoat? Don’t panic, we’re […]
Top Design Ideas for Hallways
Hallways often serve as transitional areas within our homes, but they shouldn’t be overlooked when it comes to design. These small but impactful spaces offer an opportunity to showcase your personal style, set the tone for the rest of your home, and make a lasting first impression on guests. In the following post, we’ll explore […]
Crown + QEST in Partnership
To celebrate the Coronation, and having proudly held the Royal Warrant for over seven decades , we’re delighted to launch a new partnership with the Queen Elizabeth Scholarship Trust (QEST) – a charity of the Royal Warrant Holders Association. We will be donating 10% of our proceeds from the CRAFTED ™ by Crown range of […]
