Paris Grey – Chalk Paint by Annie Sloan

Description

Annie Sloan Paris Grey Chalk Paint is a soft, gentle grey with a subtle blue undertone. Inspired by antique painted furniture found in French châteaux and old Swedish manor houses, Paris Grey is a versatile colour for creating a timeless, elegant finish.

Paris Grey is particularly well suited to vintage, traditional and French-style furniture, but its understated grey tone also works beautifully in more contemporary interiors. It is an excellent choice for furniture upcycling and decorative painting projects.

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Why Choose Paris Grey Chalk Paint?

• Soft, muted grey with a subtle blue undertone
• Inspired by French and Swedish antique furniture
• Ideal for vintage and traditional furniture
• Excellent for French-style and country interiors
• Suitable for furniture upcycling projects
• Can be distressed to create an aged, characterful finish
• Works beautifully with both neutral and stronger colours
• Available in 120ml tester pots and 1 litre tins

Paris Grey works particularly well with Annie Sloan colours such as Old White, Original, Cream and Antoinette. It can also be combined with darker shades to create contrast and depth.

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How to Use Chalk Paint

• For best results apply the paint with either a chalk paint brush or flat brush.
• Once you have finished painting, we always recommend using either an Annie Sloan Chalk Paint Wax or chalk paint Lacquer to seal and finish. Apply with a wax brush or soft cloth.
• You can use a Sanding pad to smooth the paint or create an aged effect.
• Please be aware that the colour shades may look different on your computer screen to real life. For a true representative we strongly advise to use the hand painted colour card.
• We offer all paints in either a 120 ml tester pot or 1 litre tins.
• A one litre tin will cover approximately 13 square metres.
• For hints and tips please see our article on ‘how to chalk paint furniture’

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Paris Grey Compared with Other Grey Chalk Paint Colours

Paris Grey is a soft, muted grey with a subtle blue undertone. If you’re choosing between Annie Sloan’s grey Chalk Paint colours, the differences in tone can help you decide which is right for your furniture.

Paris Grey is a soft, elegant grey with a slight blue tone and is particularly suited to French, Swedish and traditional furniture styles.

Whistler Grey is a warmer, gentler grey that sits between Paris Grey and Graphite in tone and works particularly well with lighter colours and pastels.

Chicago Grey is a more contemporary grey with a subtle blue undertone, making it a good choice for modern, industrial and Scandinavian interiors.

Graphite is a much deeper charcoal grey, ideal when you want a stronger and more dramatic finish.

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Colours that complement Paris Grey Chalk Paint:

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Customer Examples using Paris Grey Chalk Paint:

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Frequently Asked Questions

What colour is Annie Sloan Paris Grey?

Paris Grey is a soft, muted grey with a very slight blue undertone. It has a gentle, understated appearance that works particularly well with traditional and vintage furniture.

Is Paris Grey a warm or cool grey?

Paris Grey has a slightly cool appearance because of its subtle blue undertone. However, the overall effect is soft rather than stark, making it a versatile colour for furniture.

Is Paris Grey Chalk Paint good for furniture?

Yes. Paris Grey is particularly well suited to vintage, traditional and French-style furniture. It is also a popular choice for furniture upcycling projects.

What colours go with Paris Grey Chalk Paint?

Paris Grey works beautifully with soft neutrals such as Old White, Original and Cream. It can also be paired with colours such as Antoinette for a softer decorative scheme.

What is the difference between Paris Grey and Whistler Grey?

Paris Grey is a softer grey with a subtle blue tone, while Whistler Grey is warmer and gentler. Whistler Grey sits between Paris Grey and Graphite in tone.

How much does 1 litre of Chalk Paint cover?

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

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