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Barcelona Orange – Chalk Paint by Annie Sloan

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Annie Sloan Barcelona Orange Chalk Paint is a lively, dark orange inspired by the bold orange colours used by the Impressionists, in early advertising and in 1960s decoration.

  • Inspired by colours used in mid century decoration
  • By adding a coat of Black Chalk Paint Wax you can create a burnt orange shade, similar to Chinese lacquer
  • This can work extremely well on top of a red shade and worn through to create a rustic feel with vibrancy
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Annie Sloan Barcelona Orange Chalk Paint is a lively, dark orange inspired by the bold orange colours used by the Impressionists, in early advertising and in 1960s decoration. Its vibrant character makes it an excellent choice for statement furniture and colourful interiors.

Barcelona Orange is a distinctive dark orange furniture paint with a warm, energetic appearance. It is much richer than a pale or pastel orange, making it ideal when you want painted furniture to become a real focal point.

The colour works particularly well on cupboards, dressers, tables, chairs, sideboards and other furniture. Use it on its own for a vivid finish or combine it with other Chalk Paint colours to create a more layered and decorative look.

Why Choose Barcelona Orange Chalk Paint?

  • Lively, dark orange colour
  • Warm and vibrant appearance
  • Inspired by Impressionist colour
  • Influenced by early advertising and 1960s decoration
  • Ideal for statement furniture
  • Excellent for vintage and mid-century-inspired interiors
  • Works particularly well with dark and neutral colours
  • Can be transformed into a burnt orange effect with Black Wax
  • Can be distressed for a rustic or aged appearance
  • Available in 120ml tester pots and 1 litre tins

Barcelona Orange is an excellent choice if you’re looking for a dark orange Chalk Paint or vibrant orange furniture paint that brings warmth, energy and personality to a piece.

How to Use Barcelona Orange Chalk Paint

For best results, apply Annie Sloan Barcelona Orange Chalk Paint with a Chalk Paint Brush or Flat Brush. Chalk Paint is designed for furniture painting and can be applied to a wide range of surfaces without extensive preparation.

Barcelona Orange can be used as a single colour to create a bold statement piece or combined with other Chalk Paint colours for a more decorative finish.

For a vintage or rustic appearance, allow the paint to dry and then lightly sand selected areas around edges, corners and decorative details. This creates gentle wear and can give furniture a naturally aged appearance.

One of the most distinctive ways to finish Barcelona Orange is with Black Chalk Paint Wax. Applying Black Wax over the orange paint can deepen the colour and create a rich burnt orange appearance reminiscent of Chinese lacquer.

Barcelona Orange can also be painted over a red base and then lightly distressed to allow some of the underlying colour to show through. This can create a vibrant, layered and rustic effect.

Once the paint has dried, protect your finished furniture with Annie Sloan Chalk Paint Wax or Lacquer. Clear Wax will maintain a brighter orange appearance, while Black Wax can be used when you want a deeper, more aged finish.

One litre of Annie Sloan Chalk Paint covers approximately 13 square metres. Actual coverage will vary depending on the surface and application.

Please be aware that colours can appear differently on screen. For the most accurate representation of Barcelona Orange, we recommend using a hand-painted Annie Sloan colour card or a 120ml tester pot before starting your project.

Barcelona Orange Compared with Other Annie Sloan Colours

Barcelona Orange is the colour to choose when you want a bold, warm dark orange with a strong vintage and decorative character.

Barcelona Orange is a lively dark orange inspired by Impressionist colour, early advertising and 1960s decoration. It has a vivid and energetic appearance that makes it particularly effective on statement furniture.

Arles is much more earthy and ochre, making it a better choice when you want a warm yellow-orange with a rustic and natural character.

English Yellow is brighter and more distinctly yellow, while Barcelona Orange has a stronger red-orange character.

Emperors Silk is a rich, vibrant red and can be used beneath Barcelona Orange to create a layered and distressed finish.

Antoinette is considerably softer and more delicate, providing a muted pink contrast rather than a strong orange statement.

This makes Barcelona Orange particularly useful when you want a vibrant orange furniture paint for vintage, mid-century, eclectic or statement interiors.

Frequently Asked Questions

What colour is Annie Sloan Barcelona Orange?

Barcelona Orange is a lively, dark orange with a warm and vibrant character. It was inspired by orange colours used by the Impressionists, in early advertising and in 1960s decoration.

Is Barcelona Orange a bright orange?

Barcelona Orange is a vivid orange, but it has enough depth to be described as a dark orange rather than a pale or pastel shade.

Is Barcelona Orange Chalk Paint good for furniture?

Yes. Barcelona Orange is ideal for cupboards, dressers, tables, chairs, sideboards and other furniture where you want to create a colourful statement piece.

Is Barcelona Orange good for vintage furniture?

Yes. Its links with 1960s decoration make it particularly effective for vintage and mid-century-inspired furniture. It can also be distressed to create a rustic or aged appearance.

What colours go with Annie Sloan Barcelona Orange?

Barcelona Orange works particularly well with Old White, Paris Grey, Antoinette, Louis Blue and Greek Blue.

Can I use Black Wax over Barcelona Orange?

Yes. Black Chalk Paint Wax can be applied over Barcelona Orange to deepen the colour and create a rich burnt orange effect similar to Chinese lacquer.

Can Barcelona Orange be used over red paint?

Yes. Barcelona Orange can be layered over a red shade and then lightly distressed to reveal some of the underlying red, creating a vibrant and rustic painted finish.

Can Barcelona Orange Chalk Paint be distressed?

Yes. Once dry, Barcelona Orange can be lightly sanded around edges, corners and decorative details to create a distressed or aged appearance.

Does Barcelona Orange work with blue?

Yes. Louis Blue provides a softer contrast, while Greek Blue creates a stronger and more vibrant colour combination.

Does Barcelona Orange work with grey?

Yes. Paris Grey creates a sophisticated neutral contrast with Barcelona Orange and can help balance its vibrant colour.

Is Barcelona Orange suitable for mid-century furniture?

Yes. The colour was inspired partly by the orange used in 1960s decoration, making it an excellent choice for mid-century-inspired furniture and interiors.

How much does 1 litre of Barcelona Orange Chalk Paint cover?

One litre of Annie Sloan Chalk Paint covers approximately 13 square metres, although actual coverage will depend on the surface and how the paint is applied.

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Prompt delivery. Good paint for purpose. Lovely colour

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