most upstairs
walls were painted
white, except the
bathroom where
the unusual,
built-in bath is set
off by pale green
gregory’s Den.
Donkey ride was the colour of choice for downstairs walls and kitchen
units, while chair backs feature a soft green sunday stroll.
Photos: Lime stuFF
internAl refurb FoR Listed cottage
the ReFuRbishment oF a 16th centuRy Listed cottage in
Hursley, Hampshire, involved integrating original beams into the
interior design and renewing lime plaster in several rooms.
A selection of Earthborn wall paints and timber finishes was
used to create an understated style in keeping with the age of
the property. Earthborn products were specified because of their
breathability, important for lime plaster and timber.
Claypaint was used on all walls and ceilings. The walls inside the
built-in wardrobes had a first coat of Earthborn Isolating Primer to
prevent smoke stains bleeding through from the chimney breast.
Claypaint is a unique, clay based emulsion. It contains no oils
or acrylics, so is virtually VOC free. It’s a high performance paint
that covers exceptionally well and gives a distinctive, ultra matt
finish. Painted timberwork was given a silk sheen with Earthborn’s
flexible, hardwearing Eggshell 1 . Like Claypaint, it is totally oil and
acrylic free.
The kitchen’s wooden furniture gained a matt finish from Eco Chic
Claypaint, topped with a clear protective coating of breathable
Earthborn Furniture Wax.
Both Claypaint and Earthborn Eggshell are Ecolabel approved
and available in 72 shades. Bespoke colours can be developed
through Earthborn stockists such as Lime Stuff which supplied this
project.
www.earthbornpaints.co.uk
www.limestuff.co.uk
1. Since this refurbishment project Earthborn has introduced a new product called
Eggshell No.17. The original Eggshell is still available if you have projects you wish to
use it for. Please contact your local stockist.