A protective olive green
This mid-century modern green is a darker version of the much loved archive colour, Olive. Perfect for those who want to embrace stronger colour in the home, its sober tone creates rooms that feel calm and serene - especially when combined with soft pinks and browns. Named after Japanese tea leaves, Bancha, like a cup of green tea, provides a feeling of security.
Recommended Primer & Undercoat: Dark Tones
Complementary white: Shaded White
Rated 4 out of
5
by
Douglas from
Super colour
I purchased this very recently for my hall, which has never looked satisfactory in a paler colour. Biancha is exactly right for it - not too dark, intimate and inviting, it has transformed a boring hall into a room. The Estate emulsion is, as ever, excellent for coverage and finish. I used Biancha Estate eggshell for architraves, skirting and delft rail. This was a bit disappointing: three coats were needed on appropriate primer, and it takes ages to dry. After several weeks it still has hints of tackiness, and it's not so much eggshell as silk sheen in finish. Sadly, this is not the old recipe that I remember from several years ago.
Date published: 2019-10-28
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Sancroft from
This colour looks fabulous
I was attracted to this colour by seeing it in the F&B 9 new colours publicity material. I have a very light kitchen with lots of windows/skylights and white ceiling etc so I was keen to try a bold colour. It has really worked. It took 3 coats for the painters to make sure it looked good. 5 litres was enough for the room. It really looks great against our oak windows - it's cosy and classy. There's one tiny patch that doesn't look perfect but I think that's more the problem with the plasterwork/wall than with the paint. We used Modern Emulsion.
Date published: 2019-01-28