The vinyl revival has brought back some of the best things from the past, allowing wicker, rattan, crochet and more to make their way back into homes across the country. We’re going to show you how you can take your home back to a simpler, stress-free time.
When we think back to the 1970’s, we think of really rich and warm colours. We think of earthy tones, and colours that contrast perfectly.
Let’s start with a rich and warm colour at the place everyone sees, whether visiting you or not, and that is the front door.
Normally, front doors are painted in shades of white, black and blue, but what if we told you that you could use a rich, burnt orange gloss to invite people into your 1970’s paradise?
That’s right!
Using Farrow and Ball Charlotte's Locks in full gloss, you can make your house stand out for all the right reasons with this deep and dramatic orange.
Did you know, this beautiful hue takes inspiration from the flame red hair of Farrow and Ball’s Head of Creative?
Back in the ‘70’s, after shimmying through the door, you’d be greeted by wooden panelling floor to ceiling. They say some things should remain in the past and panelling can be argued to be one of those things. That said, you can still bring the colour of the panelling into your home without the effort using Craig & Rose’s Cadmium.
By injecting the lasting sunlight of Cadmium into your scheme, you’re bringing the warm tone that has the power to capture light, even in shaded areas. This classic shade can create a vibrant statement when used on the lower half of a wall, with a bright, white contrast above.
Top tip: Using caulk in conjunction with masking tape can help you to produce sleek lines when painting! Click here to read our blog on using caulk when painting your home.
Skipping to the heart of the home, the kitchen is where you can really bring the ‘70’s back to life.
Zoffany has a beautiful yellow Elite Emulsion that truly brings the warmth and joy of sunshine, taking your kitchen back to the summer of ‘76.
Zoffany’s Vermeer Yellow is a precious gold toned yellow which remains both mellow and easy on the eye. Named after the Dutch genre painter resurrected from oblivion by the French avant-garde in the 19th century this exuberant yellow enlivens the interior and acts as the perfect tone to bring the past into the present.
Elite emulsion is an excellent choice for kitchens as it is stain resistant and washable as it has been especially designed for modern living.
Depending on how deep you want to delve into the 70’s, you could upcycle a wooden unit for your kitchen to hold your crockery instead of painting your walls this colour. Sanderson Active Emulsion Colours have a great range, with Papavera acting as a wood-friendly alternative.
For advice on upcycling, visit our blog on the subject here.
As the bathroom is the first place you go when you wake up in the morning, and the last place at night, that said, you want to see something that will help you feel positive and calm.
When we think of 1970’s bathrooms, we think of the avocado suites - and that should definitely remain in the past, however, the avocado should not.
To bring the 70’s back to your bathroom, you should consider Zoffany’s Acrylic Eggshell which is a premium quality, hardwearing, water-based paint that is suitable for interior walls, ceilings, metalwork and woodwork.
What colour should you go for?
We couldn’t decide between Aqua, Half Ice Floes and Duck Egg... Perhaps you could use all three!
We’ve just visited the bathroom where there was a tranquil green, let’s head to the living room where the fun can really begin.
In the 70’s, you’d find loud sofas, and even louder record players. Whilst the wild, floral upholstery should remain in the past, what’s stopping you bringing the vibrancy they brought to rooms into your home?
Consider adding a loud feature wall in Earthborn Claypaint in Daisy Chain, or again, Farrow and Ball’s Charlotte’s Locks in Estate Emulsion! These colours are loud, vivid and warm - brightening even the dullest days!
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