Choosing the right paint colour is often the hardest part of a furniture makeover. With 40 chalk finish shades and 46 mineral paint colours in the Artisan Paint Company range, there's a colour for every style, every room and every piece — but knowing where to start can feel overwhelming.
This guide breaks down the best Artisan Paint Company colours for Australian homes by style, room and finish, with practical advice on pairing colours with hardware to get the most out of your makeover.
Quick note on the two ranges: Artisan chalk finish paint dries to a flat matte finish and is ideal for decorative and vintage-style pieces. Artisan Mineral Paint dries to a smooth eggshell finish, is self-sealing, UV-resistant and water-resistant — making it the better choice for high-use pieces and outdoor furniture. Read our full comparison here.
Best Whites & Neutrals
Whites and neutrals are the most popular colours for Australian furniture makeovers — versatile, timeless and suited to almost any interior style. If you're painting a white piece and worried about yellowing, see our guide to painting furniture white without it going yellow.
Chalk Finish
- Arctic White — crisp, clean white with no yellow undertone. Perfect for coastal and Hamptons interiors. Pairs beautifully with rattan or brass hardware.
- Parchment — warm, creamy white with a soft antique quality. Suits French provincial and vintage pieces. One of the most popular colours in the range.
- Crème Brulée — rich, warm cream with depth. Beautiful on carved or detailed furniture.
- Travertine — warm stone neutral, neither white nor grey. Suits contemporary and organic interiors.
- Normandy Stone — sophisticated warm greige. Works in almost any room and pairs well with both timber and brass hardware.
Mineral Paint
- Cotton — a pure, soft white. The go-to for kitchen cabinets and high-use pieces. See our guide to white kitchen cabinet colours for the full comparison.
- Magnolia — a warm, creamy white. Suits Hamptons and coastal interiors beautifully.
- Canvas — a warm off-white with a natural, linen quality. Versatile and timeless.
- Fleece — a soft, warm white with a cosy quality. Suits farmhouse and relaxed Australian interiors.
- Natural Linen — a warm linen neutral. One of the most popular mineral paint colours for Australian homes.
- Moleskin — a sophisticated warm greige. Suits contemporary and organic interiors.
Best Greys & Charcoals
Chalk Finish
- Winter Grey — soft, cool grey with a slight blue undertone. Suits Scandi and contemporary interiors. Pair with matte black or brushed nickel hardware.
- Cobblestone — mid-tone warm grey with a slight brown undertone. Versatile and works in most interior styles.
- Slate — deeper, cooler grey with real presence. Striking on a chest of drawers with matte black hardware.
- Charcoal — deep, rich charcoal. One of the most popular colours for furniture flippers. Pairs beautifully with brass or timber hardware.
- Noir — true, deep black. Bold, graphic and modern. For technique tips on dark colours, see our guide to painting furniture black.
Mineral Paint
- Ghost Gum — a soft, warm grey with an Australian bush quality. Beautiful on bedroom furniture.
- Pewter — a mid-tone grey with warmth. Versatile and works in most styles.
- Dolphin — a soft blue-grey with a coastal quality. Suits Hamptons and coastal interiors.
- Iron Gate — a deep, dark grey-black. Dramatic and sophisticated on statement pieces.
- Jet — a true, graphic black. Bold and modern.
Best Greens for Australian Homes
Green has become one of the most popular furniture colours in Australia, reflecting the natural landscape and the appetite for organic, nature-inspired interiors. For a full guide to the coastal Australian palette, see our Coastal Interior Style guide.
Chalk Finish
- Sage — soft, muted sage green that perfectly captures the Australian bush palette. One of the most versatile colours in the range. Pairs beautifully with timber or rattan hardware.
- Olive Leaf — deeper, richer olive green with warmth and earthiness. Suits Japandi and organic interiors.
- Courgette — mid-tone green with a fresh, garden quality. Works well on smaller decorative pieces.
- Provencal — warm, slightly dusty green with a French country quality. Beautiful on kitchen furniture and French provincial pieces.
Mineral Paint
- Gumleaf — a soft, muted Australian green. One of the most distinctly Australian colours in the range. Beautiful on bedroom and living room furniture.
- Eucalypt — a cool, silvery green inspired by the Australian bush. Suits coastal and organic interiors.
- Acacia — a warm, golden green. Suits organic and Japandi interiors.
- Highlands — a deep, moody green with drama. Stunning on a feature sideboard or wardrobe.
- Emerald — a rich, jewel-toned green. Bold and luxurious on statement pieces.
- Hunter — a deep, classic hunter green. Suits traditional and contemporary interiors.
Best Blues
For the full Hamptons blue palette and hardware pairings, see our Hamptons Style guide.
Chalk Finish
- Duck Egg — soft, muted blue-green with a vintage quality. One of the most iconic chalk paint colours. Suits coastal and French provincial interiors.
- Riviera Haze — soft, hazy blue-grey with a dreamy quality. Suits coastal and Hamptons interiors.
- French Blue — classic, mid-tone French blue with warmth. Beautiful on a dresser with antique brass hardware.
- Navy — deep, rich and timeless. Navy with brass hardware is one of the most popular furniture combinations in Australia right now.
- Monaco — deep, jewel-toned blue with real drama. For those who want to make a bold statement.
Mineral Paint
- Sea Spray — a soft, fresh coastal blue. Suits Hamptons and beach-inspired interiors.
- Seaglass — a soft blue-green with a coastal, organic quality. Beautiful on bedroom and living room furniture.
- Byron — a relaxed, sun-bleached blue inspired by the Australian coast. One of the most distinctly Australian colours in the mineral range.
- Hampton Blue — a classic Hamptons blue. Crisp, fresh and timeless.
- Regatta — a deep, rich navy. Durable enough for kitchen cabinets and outdoor furniture.
- Peacock — a rich, jewel-toned teal. Luxurious and dramatic.
Best Warm Tones & Browns
Chalk Finish
- Café Au Lait — warm, milky coffee tone. Sophisticated and versatile. Pairs well with brass or timber hardware.
- Truffle — deep, warm taupe-brown. Suits contemporary and organic interiors.
- Coffee Bean — deep, rich chocolate brown. Stunning with brass or gold hardware.
Mineral Paint
- Latte — a warm, creamy coffee tone. Versatile and suits most interior styles.
- Stringy Bark — a warm, earthy Australian tan. Suits organic and coastal interiors.
- Espresso — a deep, rich brown. Bold and warm on statement pieces.
- Golden Sand — a warm, sandy gold. Suits coastal and Hamptons interiors beautifully.
Statement & Accent Colours
Chalk Finish
- Moulin Rouge — deep, rich red with a vintage French quality. Stunning on a feature piece.
- Merlot — deep wine red with sophistication. Beautiful with gold or brass hardware.
- Peony — soft, dusty pink with a romantic quality. Beautiful on bedroom furniture.
- Rosé — warm blush pink with a modern quality. Beautiful on smaller decorative pieces.
- Lavender Field — soft, muted lavender. Unique and memorable on a feature piece.
Mineral Paint
- Iced Vovo — a soft, nostalgic pink inspired by the classic Australian biscuit. Playful and charming.
- Jacaranda — a soft, muted purple inspired by Australia's iconic jacaranda trees. Beautiful and distinctly Australian.
- Daffodil — a bright, cheerful yellow. Perfect for children's furniture and accent pieces.
Colour by Style
Looking for colours for a specific interior style? Our dedicated style guides cover the exact palette, hardware and technique for each look:
- Hamptons Style: The Complete Paint and Hardware Guide
- French Provincial Style: Paint Colours and Hardware Guide
- Coastal Interior Style Australia: Furniture and Colour Guide
- Japandi Style: Paint and Hardware Guide
Colour by Room
- Best colours for bedroom furniture
- Best whites for kitchen cabinets
- Best colours for dining furniture
Colour Mixing
Can't find exactly the right shade? Artisan chalk finish colours can be mixed to create custom shades. Our colour mixing guide covers the technique and popular custom combinations.
Most Popular Colour Combinations
- Navy (chalk) + brass hardware — the classic Hamptons combination. Timeless and always impressive.
- Sage (chalk) + timber or rattan hardware — the coastal Australian combination. Natural, relaxed and beautiful.
- Charcoal (chalk) + brass hardware — sophisticated and dramatic.
- Regatta (mineral) + brass hardware — durable Hamptons blue for kitchen cabinets and high-use pieces.
- Gumleaf (mineral) + timber hardware — distinctly Australian. Beautiful on bedroom and living room furniture.
- Cotton (mineral) + matte black hardware — clean, graphic and modern. Perfect for kitchen cabinets.
- Parchment (chalk) + antique brass — the French provincial classic. Warm, romantic and timeless.
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Related Reading
- Chalk Paint Colour Mixing: How to Create Custom Colours
- How to Paint Furniture White Without It Going Yellow
- How to Paint Furniture Black: Tips for a Perfect Dark Finish
- Mineral Paint vs Chalk Paint: Which Is Better?
- How to Choose Cabinet Handles and Knobs
- Furniture Paint Australia: The Complete Buyer's Guide
