Celebrate rich colour to create a warm atmospheric environment this winter with Graphenstone

 Low-level lighting in winter does not mean a room needs to feel flat and dull. In fact, it's the perfect time to celebrate rich colour to create a warm atmospheric environment using Graphenstone eco paint, which combines CO2 absorption, air purification, extreme durability and washability. 

Graphenstone has created an edit that focuses on sophisticated darker shades – Blues: Cerulean and Indigo, Greens: Brunswick and Chateaux and Reds: Carnelian, Bordeaux, mixed with a touch of Miso brown.

“All these colours can take on multiple personalities; intriguing and mysterious - everchanging with differing lighting conditions. Painted in our rich mat finish, they have a luxurious velvet-like appearance due to the high concentration of natural pigment. This edit of colours will glisten gloriously in a winter ray of sunshine or flickering candlelight.” Betsy Smith, colour consultant, Graphenstone.

Colour: Earthy grown-up reds are intrinsically welcoming and reassuring – Graphenstone Carnelian, Tuscan Red and Old Lilac tonally blend with each other. Juxtapose with Cerulean – this vivid shade of turquoise will make red sing. Layer with plenty of pattern and texture to dilute this bold and characterful colour into a more liveable hue.  For a softer look, pale blues such as soft smoke or porpoise also balance well with reds & brown for a timeless, elegant combination.

Lighting recommendations: Pool light onto matt walls and enjoy the sumptuous graduation of tones these hues transmit.

Which area of the house:  A small accent of Cerulean is the key – the inside of a cupboard or back of the door, so you get a 'pop' of colour momentarily when the two meet or a painted piece of furniture.