Neptune

Saffron Paint

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Saffron is our ‘true’ yellow – less orange than autumn 2016’s Mustard (which you’ll now find in our archive collection). It’s still richly-pigmented though: a grounded and warming yellow, rather than a very bright or pastel-toned one. Try pairing it with Salt for a fresh feel, or even Ink to create a dramatic contrast.
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Where to use it

Make Saffron your palette’s foundation – all over your walls or across kitchen cabinetry – and it’ll feel undoubtedly sunny, bringing welcoming warmth and optimism. Or feature it in smaller ways – on furniture or in a cabinet’s interior.

Our palettes

To make choosing paint a bit easier, we have an edited collection of 28 shades. They’re split into seven nature-inspired palettes, each with four hues that work together particularly well. Then we have a new seasonal shade twice a year that moves into our archive afterwards – you can still order these whenever you like though.

The finishes

Like all our paints, this one comes as matt emulsion or eggshell. The emulsion’s shine-free and gives walls a velvety look. And the eggshell’s like its namesake – there’s just a hint of sheen. Both are water-based, so all you’ll need to clean your brushes (and yourself!) is warm water and perhaps a little soap.

How to use it: emulsion

Matte emulsion’s generally best for walls as the flat finish blurs any imperfections in the plaster. But there’s nothing stopping you from using it on woodwork and metal if you’re looking for a slightly chalky character.

How to use it: eggshell

Our eggshell’s got a 10-20% sheen level. It’s best over the top of our primer on woodwork (like furniture, skirting boards and doorframes) or metal (like radiators). And because it’s a bit more durable, it suits walls in higher traffic areas (like hallways) or where you’re likely to need to wipe them (such as kitchens). It’s great in a bathroom too where it’s likely to be steamy.

About our paints

Our paint formulas are made with both people and planet in mind. They’re just about as low in VOCs (volatile organic compounds, which release harmful chemicals and unpleasant odours) as is possible to be, and are both suitable for vegan lifestyles and never tested on animals. They’re made in the UK by our trusted partners who have been mixing paint since 1740, and they’ve also got great coverage – depending on the colour, just two coats should be all you need.

    Delivery

    • If your order is over £150 (or €250 in Ireland), your delivery will be free.
    • For orders under £150 (or €250 in Ireland), it’s £6.95 (or €30 in Ireland).
    • If your order is available now for UK mainland delivery, we'll deliver it within 5-10 working days. Otherwise, it’ll arrive in the estimated time frame stated above and at checkout. 
    • Furniture orders to mainland UK or Northern Ireland will arrive via our white glove service. We’ll unbox and position your items, assemble anything that’s needed and take away the packaging for recycling. 
    • If you’re ordering outside mainland UK or Northern Ireland, items will be sent through our international delivery partners.

    Read our full delivery policy here.

    Returns

    • You can return most items within 28 days of delivery, but you may be charged for a courier or collection service.
    • If you cancel your order within 24 hours, you will be fully refunded
    • You are unable to amend, cancel or return made to order and painted to order designs

    Read our full returns policy here.