Provence – Chalk Paint by Annie Sloan

Description

Annie Sloan Provence Chalk Paint is a beautiful turquoise blue-green inspired by the shutters and doors found throughout the South of France. These colours range from bright painted blue-greens to softer, faded shades, giving Provence its distinctive Mediterranean character.

Provence is a versatile furniture paint that works particularly well on French-style, vintage and rustic furniture, but its clean turquoise tone can also be used to create a fresh, modern look.

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Why Choose Provence Chalk Paint?

• Beautiful turquoise blue-green
• Inspired by the South of France
• Ideal for French-style furniture
• Excellent for vintage and rustic furniture
• Works well on modern furniture too
• Great for furniture painting and upcycling
• Can be used as a top coat over darker colours
• Works beautifully with both warm and cool shades
• Can be distressed for an aged appearance
• Available in 120ml and 1 litre tins

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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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Colours That Complement Provence

Provence works particularly well with Country Grey, Honfleur, Barcelona Orange, Florence and Aubusson Blue. These are the colours Annie Sloan currently recommends alongside Provence.

Country Grey creates a softer, more understated combination, while Honfleur and Barcelona Orange provide warmer contrast. Aubusson Blue creates a deeper blue-green scheme, while Florence can be used to build a richer, colourful palette.

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Customer Examples using Provence Chalk Paint:

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Provence Compared with Other Annie Sloan Blue Colours

Provence is the colour to choose when you want a turquoise blue-green rather than a traditional blue.

Provence is a light-to-medium turquoise inspired by the blue-green shutters and doors of the South of France.

Giverny is a brighter, cleaner blue with subtle green undertones.

Greek Blue is a stronger Mediterranean blue with a more intense blue appearance.

Aubusson Blue is considerably darker, with a rich teal-blue character.

Louis Blue is much softer and paler, making it better suited to delicate pastel schemes.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What colour is Annie Sloan Provence?

Provence is a turquoise blue-green inspired by the shutters and doors of the South of France.

Is Provence blue or green?

Provence sits between blue and green. It is best described as a turquoise or blue-green, with enough blue to distinguish it from Annie Sloan’s stronger green shades.

Is Provence Chalk Paint good for furniture?

Yes. Provence is particularly well suited to furniture painting and upcycling, including French-style, vintage, rustic and modern furniture.

What colours go with Annie Sloan Provence?

Annie Sloan recommends Country Grey, Honfleur, Barcelona Orange, Florence and Aubusson Blue with Provence.

Is Provence good for French-style furniture?

Yes. Its inspiration comes directly from the blue-green shutters and doors of the South of France, making it a natural choice for French-inspired furniture.

Can Provence Chalk Paint be distressed?

Yes. Once dry, Provence can be lightly sanded to create a distressed or aged appearance. We recommend sanding to smooth the finish or create an aged effect.

Can Provence be used over a darker colour?

Yes. Provence can be used as a top coat over a darker Chalk Paint colour to create a layered or decorative finish.

How much does 1 litre of Chalk Paint cover?

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

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