Archive Paint Colours

Warm beige neutrals create a sense of peace and relaxation, perfect for adding a sense of comfort to your living space. Consider archive beige hues with visible pink undertones, like Mirage II or Whistle. Or use the earthy neutral, True Taupe, to provide a calming, restful backdrop for your home.  

These shades can be incorporated into classic and contemporary schemes, and they’re easy to coordinate with fabrics and soft furnishings for a timeless, harmonious interior.  

Blue is a colour that feels very reassuring in the home, a tranquil hue that reminds us of the relaxing blue shades that we see in our natural environments, in the sea and sky. Explore warm and inviting, contemporary blues such as Beach Hut and Lagoon, as well as gentle pale blues like Celestial White. 

Only available in Absolute Matt Emulsion, Ultra Blue is hand-mixed in small batches using the pigment, Ultramarine, for a striking shade of vibrant, sumptuous blue. 

Use rich, chocolate browns like Spanish Brown on all elements of your scheme to envelop your space with warmth. For a softer scheme, consider chalky red-brown shades such as Pot Red and Tan Tan which evoke an inviting Mediterranean ambience. 

These earthy tones are an elegant accompaniment to natural wood, stone and rattan finishes for a cosy, layered look.

The original colour of nature, greens create a soothing atmosphere. The green shades in our archive range from the fresh, calming pale mint greens like Tabernacle, to vibrant accent greens such as Sage & Onions and Brilliant Green. 

For a playful, contemporary look, consider a bright and beautiful shade of teal green, such as Jack-in-a-Box. 

Grey is a timeless shade, used in interior decoration for generations. Its ability to provide an elegant, understated backdrop means it has universal appeal for both traditional and contemporary homes. 

The Little Greene archive includes warm and complex mid-greys like Dolphin and North Brink Grey, which bring depth, cosiness and warmth to panelled walls and kitchen cabinetry. 

Lilac is a delicate paint colour with underlying warmth. Often associated with charming floral shades, lilacs can feel serene and inviting as a backdrop for your bedroom, or to bring softness and elegance to a dining scheme.  

Many of our archive lilac shades – such as Hortense and Mirage – contain a subtle hint of grey, which provides a beautiful, muted pastel hue. 

Off white shades provide a gentle alternative to brilliant white. Our archive includes the iconic off-white paint colour, 50s Magnolia, which offers a combination of brightness and warmth. 

You can also consider creamy, yellow-based off whites such as Sundial or Creamerie, which pair with the soft gold hues in our ‘Sweet Treats’ collection. 

Orange is a fabulous colour to lift the mood in a space, injecting warmth and creating a lively, positive atmosphere. Consider bright oranges for your kitchen or bedroom, to help you feel energised and motivated to start each day. 

Soft peachy tones like Rattan or Light Wicker can feel fresh and contemporary when embraced all over, or consider the vibrant orange, Crush, as a bold colour highlight.  

Our archive includes much-loved peach-pink hues such as Conche, Shrimp Pink and Angie. Embrace these contemporary pinks on the walls of your bedroom or living room to bring inviting, wraparound warmth.  

Or explore the Colour Scales of our elegant and timeless pink, Dorchester Pink, which can be used in combination for a harmonious pink living space.  

From romantic pink-purple hues to sumptuous deep violets, our archive purple shades are a luxurious choice for bedrooms, dining rooms and snugs. Purpleheart is a classic 1970s purple that can be embraced all over for an indulgent, immersive space. 

Consider using a striking accent shade like Popper on woodwork to add personality to an otherwise neutral scheme. 

Reds are excellent statement shades, adding impact, richness and luxury to any interior. Our archive includes sumptuous scarlet hues like Firefly and Totally Tom, perfect for introducing an alluring pop of red on your cabinetry and trim. 

For your dining room walls, consider a rich red-brown like Callaghan, which will deliver a truly opulent feel.  

White is one of the most versatile neutrals, whether it provides a timeless all-over backdrop, or features on your woodwork and ceiling to complement a stronger wall colour. 

Explore our collection of archive whites, such as the simple neutral white, Batsman, and the bright citrus white, Pique. 

Yellows can range from refreshing pale pastel shades to muted buff tones that exude warmth. Our archive encompasses a versatile selection of yellows that can be used in isolation, or paired with complementary shades for a harmonious interior. 

Standout yellows include the bright and vibrant Lemon Mivvi, which pairs wonderfully with other pastel tones for a charming kitchen scheme.