We are often asked how to choose the right blue and which hues to avoid; people are wary of them being cold and dull. Edward Bulmer’s blues are quite the opposite with warmer undertones thanks to being packed full of the finest earth & mineral pigments. Whether you go for a green blue or more grey blue we can help you find the perfect shade for your space which will come to life and flatter the colours, furnishings and art within it. In this blog we are going to look at rooms decorated in shades of blue from French to Cerullian, Navy to Turquoise, to show you that a true blue can be cosy and inviting. Blues in the bedroom Edward Bulmer Natural Paint in 'Ethereal Blue' bedroom design by Carlos Garcia Edward Bulmer Natural Paint in 'Ethereal Blue' bedroom design by Carlos Garcia This soft summer bedroom is just beautiful, with pops of soft pinks floral patterns and a frilly valance. Carlos Garcia always uses Edward Bulmer Natural Paint beautifully. ‘Ethereal Blue’ is a shade of blue that has been popular since the beginning of the 19th century, and it’s not hard to see why, the way it hovers between a green, grey and blue and can appear as any one of these tones depending on the aspect of your room. Edward Bulmer Natural Paint, bedroom in 'Verdigris' and 'Sea Green', photography by Paul Whitbread Bedroom in 'Sea Green', design by Kate Guinness, headboard by Namay Samay, photography by James Mcdonald Sea Green Order a Sample 100 60 40 20 Verdigris Order a Sample Ethereal Blue Order a Sample 100 60 40 20 Aerial Tint Order a Sample 100 60 40 20 These blues are more on the green side and a fresh and vibrant idea for a bedroom, ‘Sea Green’ a wonderful blue that can just as easily be called green, just like the sea! The clarity of this colour are met with it’s balancing undertones which makes it relaxing enough for a bedroom and lively enough for a living room, a great all rounder. It works beautifully with most colours, both complementary and contrasting, and not surprisingly with red accents. ‘Verdigris’ takes its inspiration from the oxidising surface of copper which creates this wonderful colour during the natural aging process. A perfect Prussian blue with wonderful earthy tones, this is literally Spring in a tin and a truly happy hue. 'Ariel Tint' in the home of designer Sarah Peake, photography by Alexander James ‘Aeriel Tint’ is a favourite of Sarah from Studio Peake who has used this wonderfully grey blue shade in her bedroom and study. With similarities to a rather English skyline (not a bad thing) this beautiful blue is anchored with yellow ochre to keep it welcoming and stop it from being cold. Blues in the kitchen Kitchen of House & Garden's editor Hatta Bing in 'Azurite' Kitchen in 'Cerullian Blue' by Beauvamp Blues are a great choice for the kitchen as they suit so many different styles from farmhouse to shaker. Working in harmony with materials such as terracotta, wood and even marble. We have so many favourite blue kitchens, here are some of our timeless favourites. The home of Edward Bulmer painted in 'Vert de Mer' photography by Paul Whitbread Cerullian Blue Order a Sample Fair Blue Order a Sample Azurite Order a Sample 'Sky Blue' and 'Etruscan Brown' in the kitchen in this country cottage Light and bright! 'Bleu Turc' on the cabinetry, design by Leonora Birts, photography by Jonathan Bond Sky Blue Order a Sample Bleu Turc Order a Sample Blues in the bathroom Bathrooms have more than one job, from when we wake up in the morning and need to feel energised, to getting home from a long day and want to unwind. A blue bathroom can provide a peaceful haven for you to decompress. Sometimes left until last, we want to celebrate all of the beautiful blue bathrooms that are decorated in our natural paint. White goods in a bathroom can be quite frankly, an eye sore. Make sure you choose lighting you love, different textures and finishes on your joinery and hardware and most importantly a colour you will want to wake up to…oh and we always love a sink skirt! If you need advice on which finish to choose, emulsion or water based eggshell, we are just a phone call away and are happy to help with any questions you might have. Vert de Mer Order a Sample Ethereal Blue Order a Sample 100 60 40 20 Sea Green Order a Sample 100 60 40 20 'Ethereal Blue' paired with 'Pea Green' in Kingfisher Cottage 'Azurite' and 'Washstop' used here on the woodwork by Otta Design 'Vert de Mer' on the walls at Langdon Court complemented by 'Red Ochre' on the iron bath tub. Design by Geraldine Apponyi, project by Donna Ida. The best of blue by Elizabeth Hay Interiors, 'Azurite' on the walls with wallapaper from Soane Britain Bathroom design by Otta Design, painted in 'Sea Green', photography by Jonathan Bond Pops of blue around the house Not quite ready to embrace a fully blue room? Ease yourself in with some wonderful blue woodwork. We have got some chic examples of how to introduce blue into your home in a way that won’t overwhelm you. Sarah Brown interiors with 'Garter Blue' on this bookshelf paired with textiles in Robert Kime fabric 'Azurite' by Johnstone Park Interiors as the beautiful Leonard Lee House, photography by Mark Bolton 'Azurite' and 'Chocolate' pairing so perfectly on this bookcase by Carlos Garcia, photography by Christopher Horwood 'French Blue' here by Matilda Goad, paired with her 'Paridiset' wallpaper, such a fun combination and a perfect introduction to a blue room French Blue Order a Sample Navy Blue Order a Sample Azurite Order a Sample
Constance Spry and The Fashion for Flowers This summer the Garden Museum will be celebrating the doyenne of flowers, the 20th century’s most influential floral decorator, Constance Spry. Guest curated by floral designer and writer Shane Connolly, this new exhibition will explore Spry’s exceptional life, achievements and legacy, with exclusive access to her archive at the RHS Lindley Library.
Using soft greens in a dual aspect room Pomona is a fantastic colour if you want to use it where you have dual aspect rooms of East and South light and that’s because it carries a little bit of yellow and a little bit of blue and can balance the light as it transitions from the morning through to the midday. Find out more in this series..
Child and Baby Safe Paints | 4 Nursery and Playroom schemes Your Nursery is so precious to you and your baby, a place for quiet moments, a place for playfulness. Natural paint is the safe and beautiful choice for painting your nursery or child’s bedroom, no unpleasant smells, no emissions, no harmful VOC’s, we’ve got nothing to hide.
In Conversation with Seedlip & EBNP Watch the full interview with Ben Branson (founder of Seedlip) and Edward Bulmer as they discuss all things nature, flavour, design and sustainability!
