British Colonial style combines refined British interiors with exotic and natural finds from Africa, India, Asia, and the Caribbean.
The colour palette is heavily characterised by the contrast of light and dark neutrals, with a backdrop of various shades of white, making it cool in warmer climates. These include soft cream, light grey, tan, brown, walnut, coconut husk, copper, and burnt umber.
British Colonial-style interiors also feature dark-stained timbers, teak, bamboo, natural cane, and rich brown rattan providing contrast against the white walls, and billowing white drapes.
For energy and personality, darker blues, various shades of greens, and muted red and yellow accents are reflected in the soft furnishings, decor, lush foliage, and botanical prints.
For depth and dimension, interweave touches of deep ebony and rich mahogany alongside animal and botanical prints, stripes, and other tropical prints.
As an Annie Sloan chalk paint stockist, there are so many ways to re-purpose your existing furniture and decor to achieve your desired look, such as the British Colonial style.
Here are our top 10 Chalk paint recommendations for this style:
Chalk Paint | Pure White
$64.95
Perfect for modern interiors, this cool, clean white makes a crisp contrast with strong colours. Please note: this pure white has the least covering power of all the colours so may require more than one coat or is best applied… read more
Chalk Paint | Old Ochre
$19.95
Old Ochre is the faded darkened cream colour seen on old French painted furniture, woodwork and door exteriors. Apply Dark Chalk Paint® Wax to make the colour more intense and evocative of Paris, or keep it clean as a neutral foil… read more
Chalk Paint | Amsterdam Green
$19.95
This strong, deep green takes inspiration from the painted shutters and doors of Amsterdam. It works particularly well with whites and creams and botanical imagery and plants, as well as looking brilliant with earthy yellows and reds. Materials: 100% Chalk… read more
Chalk Paint | Olive
$19.95
This traditional green is found in fine classically painted and lacquered furniture, as well as rustic country pieces. This versatile decorative paint can be applied to most surfaces with little preparation like sanding or priming. Materials: 100% Chalk Paint Colour:… read more
Chalk Paint | Athenian Black
$64.95
Athenian Black is a true, deep black developed to reflect the opaque figures and dramatic silhouetted shapes painted on Ancient Greek ceramics. Materials: 100% Chalk Paint Colour: Athenian Black Features: This versatile decorative paint can be applied to most… read more
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