Shop Paint and Papers Colours by Brand
Paint and Papers' colours include premium paint from leading designer paint brands, with Farrow & Ball paints, Little Greene paint, and Paint & Paper Library colours available in one place. This makes it easier to compare shade, finish, price and sample options before choosing paint for your home.
Browsing by brand is useful when you already know the type of look you want. Some brands are chosen for soft depth and traditional paint colours. Others are strong for modern room schemes, heritage paint colours or a more controlled contemporary paint palette.
Farrow & Ball paints are often chosen for their depth, softness and character. Their colours can shift as the light changes, which makes them popular for living rooms, bedrooms, kitchens and period homes. A shade that feels quiet in the morning can look richer by evening, so testing first is always worthwhile.
Little Greene paint offers a broad choice of classic, heritage and modern colours. It is a strong option when you want a scheme to flow from room to room, with paint suitable for walls, ceilings, woodwork, doors and cabinetry.
Paint & Paper Library colours work well for calm, balanced interiors. Their colour families make it easier to choose related shades for walls, trim, furniture and adjoining rooms. This is useful if you want a layered scheme rather than one flat colour throughout the home.
When comparing designer paint brands, look past the colour name and check the undertone, finish and how the shade behaves in your room. A warm white, soft grey or muted green can look different across Farrow & Ball, Little Greene and Paint & Paper Library, even when the shades appear similar online.
Check the following before you buy.
- Undertone
- Paint finish
- Room suitability
- Surface type
- Sample availability
- Natural and artificial light
- Paint coverage per litre
- Tin size, such as a 2.5L paint tin or a 5L paint tin
Order samples before full tins, especially when choosing between whites, neutrals, blues, greens or greys. These colour groups often change the most once they are tested in a real room.
Browse the Full Colour Range
The Paint and Papers colour library includes paint for walls, ceilings, woodwork, trim, doors, furniture, cabinets and exterior details. Use this page to compare the full paint colour range by colour, brand and finish before placing an order.
You can browse neutral paint colours, white paint shades, grey paint colours, green paint colours, blue paint colours, warmer pinks and reds, yellow paint and darker statement shades. This gives you a clear view of all the paint before you narrow your choice.
White and neutral paints are useful when you want a calm base. They work well in living rooms, bedrooms, hallways, kitchens and open plan spaces. The undertone matters here. Some whites feel crisp and clean, while others feel creamier, warmer or more shaded.
Grey paint can create a soft modern scheme or a stronger, more structured look. Pale grey keeps a room light, while deeper charcoal tones add contrast on doors, fireplaces, shelving, panelling and kitchen cabinets. Grey can lean blue, green, brown or violet, so it is worth testing more than one option.
Blue paint is a flexible choice for UK homes. Pale blue can feel fresh in bedrooms and bathrooms, while navy and inky blues work well in dining rooms, studies, kitchens and snug spaces where you want more depth.
Green paint is often used when a room needs warmth and calm. Sage, olive and earthy greens suit bedrooms, living rooms, kitchens and garden-facing rooms. Deeper green can look strong on cabinets, trim, panelling and feature walls.
Black paint and near-black shades are useful for definition. They work well on interior doors, skirting boards, fireplaces, shelves, cabinets and alcoves. Dark shades can add contrast without using a bright colour.
Pink, red and yellow paint colours can bring warmth and character to period homes, cloakrooms, hallways and smaller rooms. These colours work best when tested beside flooring, tiles, fabric, furniture and wallpaper.
The finish you choose is just as important as the colour. Matt emulsion gives a soft look to walls and ceilings. Modern emulsion paint is a good choice for everyday rooms, while durable, washable paint is better for busy spaces. Eggshell paint finish, satinwood paint and gloss paint are better suited to woodwork, doors, trim and furniture.
For kitchens and bathrooms, choose a finish that can cope with moisture, marks and regular cleaning. For bare surfaces, strong colour changes or repaired areas, primer and undercoat can help the final colour look better and last longer.
Many premium paint ranges now include water-based emulsion, low VOC paint and eco-friendly paint options. Check the product details before you order so the paint matches the room, the surface and the level of wear.
Not Sure Where to Start? Order a Colour Card
Choosing paint colours online is easier with a colour card. Screens can make colours look warmer, cooler, lighter or darker than they are, so a printed paint colour chart gives you a more reliable starting point before ordering samples.
Use paint colour cards to narrow your choice by brand, colour family, undertone and depth. Hold the card next to flooring, tiles, curtains, worktops, furniture, wallpaper and existing painted surfaces. These fixed details have a big effect on how a colour feels once it is on the wall.
Once you have a shortlist, order paint samples. Paint sample pots give you a better sense of how the colour behaves in your own room. You can test the shade on a card or directly on the wall, then move it around the space before buying full tins.
Check paint colour swatches in more than one part of the room. Look beside a window, in a darker corner, near furniture and close to artificial light. A colour can feel balanced in one area and too cool, too warm or too dark in another.
Light changes paint more than most people expect. North-facing rooms can make colours look cooler. South-facing rooms often make colours feel brighter. East-facing rooms can feel warmer in the morning and cooler later in the day. West-facing rooms may become warmer in the afternoon and evening.
Artificial light matters too. Warm bulbs can make whites and neutrals look creamier. Cooler bulbs can make colours feel sharper. This is why a paint sample should be checked during the day and again in the evening.
If you are decorating several rooms, compare your samples together. A hallway colour may need to work with a living room, kitchen and landing, so it helps to see the shades side by side before ordering full tins.
A colour card is also useful when choosing between Farrow & Ball, Little Greene and Paint & Paper Library. It helps you compare similar shades across each Paint and Papers paint library and choose the colour that works best in your own home.
If you need more support, a colour consultation can help narrow the options. This is useful if you are matching paint to wallpaper, choosing trim paint colours, planning a whole room scheme or looking for colour-matching paint advice.
Free UK Delivery on All Paint Orders Over £50
Paint and Papers offers free UK delivery on all paint orders over £50. This makes it simple to order paint colour cards, sample pots, primers and full tins together when planning a room update or larger decorating project.
As a UK paint shop, Paint and Papers helps you buy paint online UK-wide from leading paint brands without visiting several stores. You can compare colours, choose the right finish, add preparation products and place one order through the online paint store.
Before you place your order, check the surface you are painting and the finish you need. Walls and ceilings usually need emulsion. Busy areas may need a more durable finish. Woodwork, doors, cabinets and furniture usually need eggshell, satinwood or gloss.
You should also check whether you need primer and undercoat. Bare wood, new plaster, repaired surfaces, metal, stained areas and strong colour changes often need preparation before the final paint colour is applied.
Ordering everything together can save time once decorating starts. Add your paint colour card, sample pots, full tins, primer, undercoat and painting tools to your basket where needed, then check the order value before checkout.
Free delivery on orders over £50 is useful when buying for larger rooms, whole home projects or mixed orders with wall paint, woodwork paint and tools. It can also help when you want to test colours first, then order full tins once your paint samples have been checked in the room.
For time-sensitive projects, check the delivery information before ordering. Next day paint delivery may be available on selected items, stock and order timings. This is helpful when decorators are booked, rooms are being prepared, or a project needs to stay on schedule.
Paint and Papers paints help you compare premium colours, practical finishes and trusted brands in one place. Browse the full range, order a colour card, test samples in your room and buy full tins when you are ready to start.
FAQs
What does all paint of Paint and Papers include?
This collection includes Paint and Papers paints from Farrow and Ball, Little Greene and Paint and Paper Library. You can shop by colour, brand, finish and collection, with options for walls, ceilings, woodwork, furniture, cabinets, exterior details and preparation.
What is the best way to choose Paint and Papers colours online?
Start with the room and the light. Then compare undertones and finishes. Use a colour card to narrow your choice, then order sample pots before buying full tins. Check each sample in morning, afternoon and evening light.
What paint brands are available at Paint & Papers?
Paint & Papers stocks designer paint brands including Farrow & Ball, Little Greene, and Paint & Paper Library. You can browse all colours by brand, choose the right finish (e.g., emulsion, eggshell, satinwood, gloss), and order tins or samples online for UK delivery.
Can I compare Farrow & Ball, Little Greene, and Paint and Paper Library paints on this page?
Yes. Use the brand filters to compare Farrow and Ball, Little Greene and Paint and Paper Library paints. This helps you compare colour depth, finish options, sample availability and price before ordering.
Which paint finish should I choose for the walls?
For most interior walls, matt emulsion gives a soft finish. In busy areas, choose a durable matt for better resistance to marks. Kitchens, hallways and family rooms often benefit from a tougher finish.
Which paint finish should I choose for woodwork and doors?
Eggshell and satin are good choices for woodwork, doors, trim, cabinets and furniture. They are more durable than standard wall paint and easier to clean. Gloss can also work when you want a stronger shine.
Should I order samples before buying paint online?
Yes. Samples help you see how paint behaves in your own room. They reduce colour mistakes and make it easier to compare similar shades. This is especially important with whites, neutrals, greys, greens and blues.
Do Paint & Papers sell paint sample pots or colour cards?
Yes. You can order sample pots (where available by brand/finish) and colour cards to check shades in your lighting before buying full tins. Sampling helps confirm undertones and how the colour looks on different walls, woodwork, and at different times of day.
Is there next-day delivery and free delivery on paint orders?
Paint & Papers offers UK delivery, including next-day delivery on many paint orders. Free UK delivery is available on paint orders over £50 (subject to the store’s delivery terms and product availability). Check the cart/checkout for delivery options and cut-off times.
Paint and Papers help you compare premium colours, practical finishes and trusted brands in one place. Start with the shade you like, check the light in your room, order samples, then choose the right finish for the surface. Shop now, order sample pots, compare colours or contact us before buying full tins for your next project.
