INTERIORS: The joy of plaster pink
Nothing says rustic neutral like the tones of bare plaster. Whether used in furnishings or painted on walls, these subtle shades bring a warmth unlike any other. From the peachy hues of a Mediterranean casa to the newly plastered walls of a modern semi, there’s a tone to suit all.
Create a cosy atmosphere by combining a putty-coloured palette with rustic touches
Joa Studholme, the creator of Farrow & Ball’s bestselling Setting Plaster paint shade, explains, ‘Any room painted in this colour somehow feels like it’s giving you a great big hug. It really embraces you. It’s perfect in north-facing spaces because it warms them up. There’s a yellow undertone in the pink, so it feels very soft.’
Farrow & Ball’s iconic shade Setting Plaster on the walls works beautifully with the inky blue of this kitchen island
The ideal plaster shade will hover between a dusky pink and a yellowy beige, making it a wonderful backdrop for a period property as well as a modern home. It also works well with many other colours and patterns.
Inspired by a medieval European motif, these artisan tiles (from £115.42 per sq m, capietra.com) with their claret detail perfectly complement the raw plaster walls
The key to a successful scheme is layering textures. Pair with Moorish-inspired tiles and decorative ceramic flooring for a bathroom, or blend with rustic beams, wooden furniture and linen upholstery for a relaxed, country-inspired living room.
The plaster-coloured walls and whitewash finish to the oak give this traditional kitchen island (£1,250, cotswoldco.com) a modern air
If you want to make an impact and add drama, drench the walls and ceiling in a neutral pinky-plaster shade, then add a contrasting border in dark burgundy or beet, a deep earthy red with brown undertones.
If you’re not convinced by pinky tones, choose a muted lime-plaster hue and pair it with a deep claret or beet colour. Double duvet set, £55, and throw, £45, marksandspencer.com
Nicola Harding, interior designer and founder of lifestyle brand Nix, says, ‘Plaster shades are some of the most flattering colours you can use in a home. They work well with any light level at any time of the day or year, giving skin a soft warmth and illuminating the complexion.’ What’s not to love?
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Cushion, £150, coloursofarley.com
Sheepskin rug, £89, cultfurniture.com
Dessert plate, £45 for four, laredoute.co.uk
Setting Plaster paint, £57.50 for 2.5 litres, farrow-ball.com
Rug, £150, frenchbedroom.co.uk
