HERO HALLWAY
This hardworking space demands the toughest of finishes and savvy shade choices to keep it looking good for longer. Choose washable or even scrubbable-quality paint, using a satin finish for woodwork; if gloominess is an issue, go for silk to reflect light. For colour, a neutral shade makes the space feel larger, while using the same paint for walls and doors brings a unified feel.
For a similar colour, try Honed Slate matt emulsion, £42 for 2.5ltr, Neptune
Statement shades
PAINT CABINETRY A BOLD COLOUR AND STYLE YOUR ROOM AROUND IT
HELEN SHAW, UK DIRECTOR AT BENJAMIN MOORE
FEATURE FURNITURE
Cabinetry or shelving is a readymade canvas for colour. Begin with one-coat chalk paint for an easy makeover. More confident? Try satin or matt. Earthy colours inspired by nature create a warm look all year.
Unit in Advance Matte New LondonBurgundy;wall in Aura Matte Seapearl, both from £26 for 0.94ltr, Benjamin Moore
IN THE ZONE
Paint can be applied in a block of colour to define a desk area or to carve out a work space. Here, a bold band creates a faux splashback to demarcate worktop activities in a narrow kitchen, adding a splash of cheerful colour and a designer look to plain surfaces.
This story is from the February 2022 edition of Country Homes & Interiors.
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