Tilton – Chalk Paint by Annie Sloan

Description

Why Choose Tilton Chalk Paint?

• Deep, warm mustard yellow colour
• Inspired by Deep Cadmium Yellow pigments
• Rich, saturated and joyful appearance
• Ideal for statement furniture
• Excellent for vintage and traditional furniture
• Works beautifully on desks, dressers and cupboards
• Can be used on interior doors
• Pairs well with both neutral and contrasting colours
• Can be distressed for an aged appearance
• Available in 120ml tester pots and 1 litre tins

Tilton is an excellent choice if you’re looking for a warm mustard yellow furniture paint rather than a pale, pastel or bright lemon yellow.

How to Use Tilton Chalk Paint

For best results, apply Annie Sloan Tilton 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.

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

It works particularly well on dressers, desks, cupboards, tables and chairs. Because of its rich mustard tone, Tilton can turn an otherwise simple piece of furniture into a strong focal point.

Tilton can also be used on interior doors. Once painted, protect the surface with an appropriate Chalk Paint Lacquer to provide a durable finish suitable for everyday use.

For a vintage or aged 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 the furniture a more naturally aged appearance.

Once the paint has dried, protect your finished furniture with Annie Sloan Chalk Paint Wax or Lacquer. Clear Wax can maintain the colour while darker waxes can add depth and emphasise decorative details.

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 Tilton, we recommend using a hand-painted Annie Sloan colour card or a 120ml tester pot before starting your project.

Colours That Complement Tilton

Tilton works particularly well with Original, Chicago Grey, Graphite, Duck Egg Blue and Burgundy.

Original provides a warm, soft neutral that balances the richness of Tilton, while Chicago Grey creates a more sophisticated contemporary contrast.

Graphite creates a bold dark contrast that can make Tilton appear even richer and more vibrant.

Duck Egg Blue introduces a softer blue contrast and works particularly well for vintage and traditional furniture.

Burgundy creates a rich, warm colour combination that works beautifully on traditional and statement furniture.

Tilton can also be paired with natural wood and warm neutral shades when you want to soften the overall effect while retaining the character of the mustard yellow.

Burgundy

Amsterdam Green

Duck Egg Blue

Original

Chicago Grey

Graphite

Customer Examples Using Tilton Chalk Paint

Utility room painted with Annie Sloan in the colour 'Tilton'

Tilton chalk painted chest of drawers

Cabinet painted with Tilton chalk paint

Tilton Compared with Other Annie Sloan Yellow Colours

Tilton is the colour to choose when you want a deep, warm mustard yellow with a rich and joyful character.

Tilton is a warm, saturated mustard yellow inspired by Deep Cadmium Yellow pigments. It is deeper and richer than a bright traditional yellow.

English Yellow is brighter and more cheerful, making it particularly effective for colourful and 1950s-inspired furniture.

Arles is warmer and more golden, with an ochre-like quality that works beautifully on traditional and rustic furniture.

Old Ochre is much softer and more muted, with a faded cream and aged character inspired by antique French furniture.

Versailles is softer and greener, making it a better choice if you want a delicate yellow-green rather than a strong mustard yellow.

Cream is considerably lighter and softer, providing a warm cream finish rather than a statement yellow.

This makes Tilton particularly useful when you want a mustard yellow furniture paint that creates warmth, character and a strong focal point without becoming as bright as a pure yellow.

Frequently Asked Questions

What colour is Annie Sloan Tilton?

Tilton is a deep, warm mustard yellow inspired by Deep Cadmium Yellow pigments. It has a rich, saturated and joyful appearance.

Is Tilton Chalk Paint mustard yellow?

Yes. Tilton is best described as a deep, warm mustard yellow. Its rich colour makes it a particularly effective choice for statement furniture and colourful interiors.

Is Tilton Chalk Paint good for furniture?

Yes. Tilton is ideal for furniture including dressers, desks, cupboards, tables and chairs. Its rich yellow colour can turn a simple piece of furniture into a strong focal point.

Is Tilton good for vintage furniture?

Yes. Tilton works beautifully on vintage furniture and can be lightly distressed to create an aged appearance. It also combines particularly well with traditional blue, grey and neutral shades.

What colours go with Annie Sloan Tilton?

Tilton works particularly well with Original, Chicago Grey, Graphite, Duck Egg Blue and Burgundy.

Is Tilton a bright yellow?

Tilton is a rich mustard yellow rather than a bright lemon yellow. It has a deeper and warmer character that makes it particularly versatile on furniture.

Can Tilton Chalk Paint be distressed?

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

Can Tilton Chalk Paint be used on doors?

Yes. Tilton can be used on interior doors. Protect the finished surface with an appropriate Chalk Paint Lacquer for a durable finish.

Does Tilton work with blue?

Yes. Duck Egg Blue creates a softer vintage-style contrast with Tilton, while other Annie Sloan blue shades can be used to create stronger and more dramatic combinations.

Does Tilton work with grey?

Yes. Chicago Grey and Graphite provide attractive grey contrasts with Tilton. A darker grey can help emphasise the richness of the mustard yellow.

How much does 1 litre of Tilton 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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