Blue has been in vogue for as long as there’s been a word for it. Fun fact: because blue pigments rarely exist naturally, as humanity was developing we didn’t really use it as a colour. It was the last colour to be given its own name in most languages. So when blue pigments were discovered in rare materials they were madly expensive and so usually only used by the very wealthy. Beat those winter blues and order our light blue sample pack to brighten your mood (and home) No elitism here though. We’re strong believers that blue is now for...

Do you know what paint types to use and when? Or which finish you should use in which room? If you said yes, high-five. But don’t worry if you’re not sure. We’re here to break down the different types of paint. So, what do we mean by paint types? This is the base - one of its key ingredients. As for the finish, that’s how it appears (e.g. flat matt paint is non-reflective whereas soft sheen paint is shiny). Before you buy anything, consider the different types of painting projects you’re planning. For example, ceilings shouldn’t reflect light whereas dark...

With so many paint companies out there, it can be hard to know which one to go for when it comes to choosing your next pot of paint. How can you tell whether a paint brand really knows their stuff or whether they're just winging it with over-blown claims and well-staged Instagram shots? 🤷‍♀️ To get to the heart of the matter, we sat down for a chat with Rob Green, co-founder of our co. and all-round decorating geek expert 🤓 Here, he gives us the lowdown on the expertise, industry know-how and love (yes, we do mean love ❤️)...

Colour plays an important part in designing a space, for sure. But there are a few other intrinsic senses that are less apparent, and we shouldn’t forget. Scent, sound, touch and even taste can all contribute to the overall feeling of our interior spaces. By understanding and consciously considering more of the human senses, we can create spaces that feel deeply ‘right’ for what we want to achieve. It makes sense right (pun intended)? Sight is only one of the five human senses, but it’s dominant above all others when it comes to interior design. We scroll Instagram looking at...

More of us than ever are enjoying the benefits of the great outdoors. Whether that's hopping on your bike, having a little trot around the block, or setting off on your daily walk (thanks, lockdown 🙄) spending time in nature can reduce stress levels and improve your mood ✨ When it comes to interiors, it's no wonder the trend for ‘bringing the outside in’ has become hugely popular. Bringing natural colours and materials into our homes connects us with nature and helps to create a soothing, restful space. Sounds good, right? 🍃 So how do you go about bringing a...

Here at COAT, we're hell-bent on taking the headache out of choosing paint. Just take a look through our carefully-curated palette of gorgeous shades and take your pick. Whether you go for an on-trend yellow like Ziggy's Yellow or something dark and moody like the ever-dramatic David Rose the perfect colour is here waiting for you. But when it comes to choosing your paint company, does it matter whether the people behind the brand make sound ethical and environmental decisions? We think it does, which is why we thought we'd sum up our approach when it comes to creating eco-friendly...